With deep sadness our family announces the passing of Barry on Monday, March 8, 2021 at the age of 90. Faithful husband to Margaret for 64 years, beloved Dad to Wayne (Kathryn) and foster Dad to David Monahan. Cherished Grandpa to Tyler and Alice Kennington and Tyler and Elysia Monahan. Loving Great Grandpa to Blake and Paige Cote and Colton Dyck. Predeceased by his brother Douglas Kennington and his grandson Michael Monahan. Barry was a proud 24 year veteran of the Royal Canadian Airforce. After retirement he worked as a caretaker at the Royal Botanical Gardens and later for the Commissionaires in Hamilton. He was also a proud member of the Odd Fellows Lodge and thoroughly enjoyed their dedication to community outreach. Barry was a kind and gentle man who grew up in Port Dover. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved the outdoors. He always enjoyed tending to his gardens and going for long walks. He was a simple man with simple needs and didn't appreciate extravagance. Barry will be missed by all who knew him. He was truly the definition of a gentleman. In keeping with local Covid restrictions a private family funeral has taken place. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Barry's favourite charity The Salvation Army in Hamilton would be appreciated
Published in The Hamilton Spectator on Mar. 13, 2021.