Name: Visitation for Robert Reid Barron Jr.
Start: 2019-09-12T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-09-13T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Upper Moreland High School Auditorium

Robert Reid "Bob" Barron Jr., born Aug. 27, 1955, died Sept. 9, 2019.

He was the son of the late Robert Sr. and Dolores C. Barron.

He is survived by his wife, Donna, his daughter, Lindsay, and dog, Luna. Other survivors include brothers, Jim (Mary Lou) and Rich (Kelly), and multiple nieces and nephews.

Bob received his Bachelor's degree in Music Education and a Master's degree in Music Performance from West Chester University. He became a music educator in the Upper Moreland School District where he taught for 35 years. He instilled a love for music and a passion for life in thousands of students and adults alike.

Following his retirement in 2012, he renewed his passion of playing trumpet and pursued his greatest love all, bass fishing.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with his family from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Upper Moreland High School Auditorium, 3000 Terwood Rd., Willow Grove, PA 19090.

Wetzel and Son Funeral Home,

Willow Grove

www.wetzelandson.com

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Published by The Intelligencer on Sep. 11, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Barron

Sponsored by Wetzel and Son Funeral Home - Willow Grove.

17 Entries

September 19, 2019

I was saddened to hear the news about the passing of one of the greatest guys I have even known. Always willing to help anyone from a kid to an adult. Only the fish tried to stay away from him. He will be missed and leave a space in our hearts which will never be filled.

Elizabeth Kates

September 13, 2019

I am so truly sorry to have heard about the passing of Bob. I got to know Bob and Donna through the marching band years of my son, and Hatboro Horsham HS.
Although, I have been away from those Band years as a band parent for many years now, I still think of all the staff and Bob, and many great friends we had whenever I pass the High School. I hold so many fun and wonderful memories from those years very close to my heart.

Donna, words cannot nearly be enough to express the sorrow and sadness your family now feels.
Unfortunately, I know too well.
I am thinking of you Donna and your family, and my prayers are that the great memories you have of Bob in your heart, will help you through this very sad time!
Liz Kates

Jennifer Bellantoni i (Munther)

September 12, 2019

I was so sorry to hear about the death of Bob. Sadly our paths didn't cross after I moved away. Think of you often.

Tammy (Dull) Boyd

September 12, 2019

With the fondest of memories and so much love. Mr. B gave his whole heart to UMMU. Thank you for sharing him with all of us, Mrs. Baron. I know you were often present at the UMHS when he missed so much time at home with family for his students. Hearing of his passing has been so sad for so many, but I hope the smiles and laughs of resurfaced memories brings you comfort.

Stephanie Grasso

September 12, 2019

We are all so fortunate to have had this jovial, influential and Music Man in our lives. I'll always treasure the youthful years we shared with him and our peers. Those were the good 'ole days of countless (pun intended) hours with our leader whether on a field with an instrument of many kinds in hand, or in a classroom, he set the stage so to speak, for all of us to shine, always encouraging us to express and channel our inner voices and talents and always give it our best. Truly Mr. B was destined to be a leader, while incorporating his strategy into an ongoing family event. How awesome it was to have his lovely parents, his brother Rich Barron (my fellow class/bandmate of '82 and friend), and Bob's wife Donna and daughter join in the fun. Mr. B., thank you for all the countless and variety of lessons and entertainment you've given to our community. You've left an indelible "pawprint" and legacy we will be forever grateful for.

Danzo Perry

September 11, 2019

We can never adequately express our gratitude to Bob for the positive impact he had on so many of our children's lives. He cared about improving them as students, musicians and most importantly, as people. He sought to help each student grow and blossom, to find it within him or herself to become the best they could be. As a teacher, he combined excellence, humility, passion and sensitivity. As a friend he offered advice, kindness, loyalty and compassion.
His departure leaves a huge hole in our community but as long as we carry his memory in our hearts his presence and influence will always be felt. To Lindsay and Donna, we offer our heartfelt condolences but also our gratitude for sharing this gentle, beautiful and generous man with us this.

Hap Brookshire

September 11, 2019

As a past president of Music Patrons I spent a lot of time with Bob. My husband and I always enjoyed watching him with his students. He was so good with them whether it was pushing them, in hot weather, at band camp or watching them take first place at States. He will always be first in our hearts when we think of the music program at Upper Moreland.

Carrie Toto (Saalfrank)

September 11, 2019

As so many have said, Mr. B inspired his students...to march forward...between hash marks and through life. I had the pleasure of starting with him in 4th grade on clarinet and flute, in high school flute and piccolo, and then switching gears my senior year to tuba. I knew I could learn a new instrument because he needed me to and because he told me I could. He had confidence in me when I didn't...truly awesome. Lots of love to his family through this though time. Rest Easy Mr. B.

Kathy Moser

September 11, 2019

As I just said to a few high school friends, this is so sad! Bob was always so up, smiling and joking with people. An incredibly talented musician, just a great guy - we can't believe he's gone!! Know that we will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers. We are blessed to have known him.

Chris Macaulay

September 10, 2019

Memories of my dear cousin will remain forever in my heart. I especially remember seeing him upon his Mother's death and his gift of playing his trumpet at her memorial. Wished we had more time with him in his retirement but blessed to have had that last big hug REst in Peace dearest cousin

Chris Macaulay

Sent Flowers

Kim Nowicki

September 10, 2019

What an amazingly man! He touched so many people. Heaven gained another angel!

Jim Selman

September 10, 2019

I knew Bob back in high school. He was a great trumpeter and was a year younger than I. I saw him again 45 years later at a wedding in Elizabethtown PA. totally not expecting to see him as I now live in Elizabethtown which is about 2 hrs drive from Willow Grove. A wonderfully genuine and funny man who will be missed by me and many others.

Scott Geiger

September 10, 2019

After the regular drum teacher left Round Meadow in ~1976-1977, Bob Barron, who played wind instruments and wasn't a drummer, was asked to be the drum teacher for many of us young and aspiring drummers. To say that Bob was unique would be an understatement. Still today, at 52, I remember how Bob taught us to remember various drum beats by using mnemonic devices like Blueberry, Mississippi, Tee Tee, and Telephone...etc. It was quite comical, to say the least, but it helped us and obviously I still remember decades later. Bob was a friend to us all and loved to joke around. His smile is what you first notice about him and it's what I will always remember for the rest of my life. Words cannot express the sadness that I feel for his family and every student's life that was touched by him. Our loss is heaven's gain. Rest in peace, Mr. Barron. -Scott Geiger (Class of 1985)

Bobby Buckwalter

September 10, 2019

What do you say about someone who shaped such a large portion of your youth through early adulthood? My first memory of Mr. Barron was sitting with Brian Leonard in the Round Meadow gym and Brian said "My dad knows him!". Little did I know I would have the great fortune to get to know Mr. Barron over the next 30+ years. He mentored me through music and life. He was always there to brighten up our days. Sadness isn't the right word for what we feel right now at his loss. With tears streaming down my eyes I am "happy" he's not in discomfort anymore, but the sorrow I feel for the loss of his presence is undeniable. UM events won't be the same without him. I'll miss the cackle/chuckle that I keep hearing in my head. Mrs. B, Lindsay, friends and family, we grieve together......this one hurts......

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