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Barry Larkin Obituary
1951-2013 DALTON Barry Edward Larkin, 62, of 115 Warren Avenue, Dalton, died Thursday, June 20, 2013, at Berkshire Medical Center.
Born in Pittsfield on June 4, 1951, a son of the late Edward P. and Elizabeth Sullivan Larkin, he was educated in Dalton schools.
He had been employed by Eaton Paper Company and General Electric Company, and had done contracting work.
Mr. Larkin had been manager of The Hard Hat in Dalton for the past ten years. He had been a musician with The Hard Hat Quartet for many years.
He enjoyed Balentine and other good ales, and spending time with his family.
He was an avid motorcyclist and an avid Red Sox fan.
Mr. Larkin is survived by two daughters, Alice Barry Larkin of Dalton and her significant other, Jason Marby, and Chandra Aylor of Dalton; two sons, Colin Thomas Larkin of Dalton and his significant other, Shenna Connors of Dalton, and Sean J. Larkin of Dalton; three brothers, Peter J. Larkin and his wife, Nina, of Westerly, Rhode Island, and Jamie W. Larkin and his wife, Jane Lennon Larkin, of the Town of Washington, and Jake Larkin of Dalton; two sisters, Mary Ellen Palmer of Dalton and Alice E. Everhart and her husband, Chris, of Pittsfield; three grandchildren, Hunter Gallagher, Bella Larkin, and Robert Marby; as well as nieces and nephews, T.J., Liz, Matt, Erick, Lily, Ryan, Claire, and Ian; and his former wife, Debra Sorensen Larkin.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Calling hours for Barry Edward Larkin will be held Wednesday, June 26, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at DERY FUNERAL HOME in PITTSFIELD. A prayer service will follow at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care in The Berkshires in care of the Funeral Home, 54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barry Larkin
joanne pelkey
April 20, 2014
hey bay, I think about you often. I would love to hear what you have to say about cranes right now! I CAN hear you saying to us All we should have listened to you about a Union and then I think you could have retired like me. Your sister is watching over your family and doing a wonderful job and I know that pleases you so. So rest in peace my friend. We all Miss You ! Love, Jo
Alice Barry Larkin
April 19, 2014
I miss you every single day, Dad.
April 12, 2014
We miss you
Bev Green Cummings
July 21, 2013
RIP my friend. I'm glad you were my friend. I miss you. I'm glad I visited you in May. Loved our chat. I know you are always with us all. Til we meet again. Love you, Barry.
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Joseph Hatch
June 30, 2013
To the Larkin Family,
My sincerest condolences. Ran into Barry on my last visit to the Berkshires a few years back. We got caught up on each others lives. Recalled the old times. Had some laughs. Had a good time together. He was a good true friend to many.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Kellie Harris Porter
June 29, 2013
Alice & Maryellen-
I was very sad to hear about Barry-
My thoughts & prayers are with you both -
Porter Family
June 29, 2013
Colin, Alice, Sean,& Family-
We were so sad to hear about your Dad-He was a great guy and will be missed -
With Heartfelt Sympathy-Kellie, Chuck, Matt, Jeff, & Chelsea-
June 29, 2013
Alice, MaryEllen and family, I'm so saddened by your loss. I never knew any of your brothers, but heard lots of great things about them. I am the baby girl like you too with 4 big brothers. Brothers are the best! I worry about mine that are 58-67 and I greive with you in your loss of Barry. Life is so busy and I miss my old friends. Alice and MaryEllen, you have always been special to me, since our St.Agnes days. And it's so cool that my kids became friends with Ian in High School. Love you guys
Mary Keegan-Cantarella
Joe Tatro
June 28, 2013
Thoughts going out to all of Barry's family and friends. With his passing, all who knew him have lost a piece of their past. He did however, in his own unique way, leave his mark on all of us, and will always be a part of our future, through all those memories he's left with us. R.I.P. Barry.
Terry Higgins
June 27, 2013
Will miss you old friend
Brian & Stephanie Sayers
June 27, 2013
We are very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a good man.
john chisum
June 27, 2013
my thoughts are with you
Jolene
June 27, 2013
thoughts and prayers are with you Mary Ellen and your family at this time. May he rest in peace. much love
Victoria Hassan
June 27, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
June 26, 2013
Larkin Family,
May you find comfort knowing that caring thoughts are with you now.
With deepest Sympathy, Jerry & Carol Vella
John,Michael, Erin,Bridget,Devon,Jesse, Molly, Tina, Kayty,Sara The Brown Family
June 26, 2013
There are so many good memories , may they fill your hearts forever Larkin Family . With love from The Browns
Joe Gomes
June 26, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all the Larkin family members, we will surely miss you Barry. We sure had some great times together over the years. I wish you peace old friend.
Art Miller
June 26, 2013
To the Larkin family
I like all of us have fond memories of Barry, great guy, great musician.
I am sorry for your loss.
martin frusciente
June 26, 2013
sorry to hear of Barry's passing.He will be missed.
June 26, 2013
Sorry we couldn't make it to the service. Travis is getting married Thursday in Minnesota and Jackie and I will be there. You know he was my brother in every way except for a few missing genes. I will miss him forever. Love to all. Butch and Jackie.
Paul & Lisa Hebert
June 26, 2013
To the Larkin family Sorry for your loss ..
Jim & Kathy Bacon
June 26, 2013
Jake , Jamie & the Larkins , Sorry for your loss.
June 26, 2013
To the Larkin family Barry was great guy and a lot of fun he will be missed Tom Higgins Becket,Ma.
Steve Fitzgerald
June 26, 2013
My sincere condolences go out to the Larkin family. It seems like such a long time ago,living across the street on Chamberlain Ave. Always a great guy to be around. Barry will truly be missed.
Leah
June 26, 2013
such a great guy so sorry for your loss, rest easy Barry.
Deb Wellspeak
June 26, 2013
Saddened to hear of your loss. My heartfelt sympathies go out to the Larkin family. I remember as a kid there was always music being played on the porch. Keep playing, Barry.
Ron Hughes
June 26, 2013
To Jamie, Jake and the Larkin family,
Please accept my condolences. Barry was a good guy may he rest in peace.
David & Eva bonney
June 25, 2013
Larkin family we are so sorry to hear about Barry our thoughts and prayers are with you,Barry will be miss by many friends He was a great man he is now at peace!!
Barry McCormick
June 25, 2013
Very sorry to hear this. Condolences to the entire Larkin family.
June 25, 2013
Absent from the body, present with the Lord.
Jay Quinn
June 25, 2013
We'll miss you always Barr. You always took care of us all. I am so glad I had you in my life. Our love and thoughts to all the family. I can still hear your laugh when I close my eyes. Wish I could be there to celebrate your life which we all should do.
Jay Quinn
June 25, 2013
We'll miss you Barry, you took care of us all. I am happy to have spent my life with you in it. My truly best wishes for your family. I wish I could be there to celebrate your life, cause that is what we should do. LOVE YOU MAN!
June 25, 2013
So Sorry for his passing ! He was a great guy and was love by everyone and a great friend! God Bless. Your friend Harry Chandler
Pete White
June 25, 2013
Tough read. 54 years of laughing with Barry's humor and his friendship I'll never forget.
See you on the other side.
joanne pelkey
June 25, 2013
Dear Barry, I recall skipping school with you and the gang so many moons ago. My first and last time being a chicken, I'm pretty sure it wasn't the only time you all did it.
Hope Your Playing Music Up there, we all enjoyed listening to you here and will again someday. I'll always remember our visit on Warren Ave. I got you to chuckle which warmed my heart. God Bless You Darlin Love, Jo
Nancy Colvin
June 25, 2013
I was shocked and saddened to read of Barry's passing. Barry was a big teddy bear and always ready to give a hug just when it was needed, you knew at that point that everything was going to be alright. I had not seen Barry for many years but his smile was etched into my heart. All of the Larkin crew have the same loving quality about them. My sincerer condolences to all of the Larkin family and all of Barry's friends, he had many. RIP my friend.
Barry is Walking the Sunlight of the spirit.
Tammy Hunt
June 25, 2013
My sincere condolences to you all,may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
paulette briggs
June 25, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
June 25, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Penny Horrocks
June 25, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Heather Lemaire
June 25, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I'm.so glad i had the chance to meet Barry & witness the amazing relationships he had with his family. I love you Alice & know he has not left ur side!
Heather Lemaire
June 25, 2013
RIP
Laura Morrison
June 25, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to the entire Larkin family. Barry brought light and laughter to so many lives. He will forever be missed.
Denise Shampang Messana
June 25, 2013
My sincere condolences to the Larkin family. Barry was always smiling and a wonderful person who will be greatly missed by many.
Kathy Mullins
June 25, 2013
To the Larkin Family: So many fond memories of Barry ~ he was a beloved friend. My prayers are with Barry and you all.
Diane Wieland
June 25, 2013
Sing with the angels Barry,will miss you ...
Diane Wialand
June 25, 2013
Sing with the angels Barry,will miss you...
Diane Wieland
June 25, 2013
Sing with the angels Barry,will miss you...
Judy Roy
June 25, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sarah Suriner
June 25, 2013
My heart aches for your whole family and all Barry's friends. I have many great memories as a kid and as an adult. May all the wonderful happy memories make you smile everyday! I hope he & my mom cause some trouble up there.
Love,
Sarah xx
Maureen Henault
June 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Larkin family. My prayers and thoughts are with you during these difficult days. I think of you all often and remember the good times.
Michelle St Marie
June 25, 2013
To the Larkin Family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Barry was such an awesome man. RIP Barry.
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