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Sean Barrett Obituary

Sean Patrick Barrett of Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania died suddenly on February 25th, 2018. He was 49 years of age. He will be terribly missed by his loving wife Becky (nee Ralph), his children, Ryan, Brendan and Lyndsey (all at home), his parents Maryanne and Michael Barrett, his grandmother, Anne (MaMere) Lawless and his sister Colleen Barrett. In addition to his immediate family, he will be greatly missed by his parents in-law George and MaryAnna Ralph and his sister in-law Stephanie Kager (Chris) and by a large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who have come to love Sean for his gentle humor and unfailing loyalty. Sean grew up in the Schuylkill section of Philadelphia, attended Waldron Academy, St. Joseph’s Prep (Class of 1986) and St. Joseph’s University (Class of 1990). He was an avid athlete growing up in South Philly and upon moving to Chadds Ford in 1997, he quickly became a fixture as a coach and volunteer for his children’s basketball, soccer and baseball teams with KAU, URA and St. Cornelius CYO. He was a devoted father and was wistful in the knowledge that this spring was the first in over 20 years that he would not be in the dugout or in the outfield watching his children’s games. Even after living in Chadds Ford for twenty years, he still maintained a very close relationship with his circle of friends from his childhood neighborhood and enjoyed getting together in South Philly or at the Jersey shore. In addition to summers at the beach, he loved to vacation with his family hiking and biking in Bar Harbor, ME and skiing in Jackson Hole, WY. He was employed by AWE of Chester, Pa. for 10 years. We will miss his wonderful storytelling, his charming smile, his approachable and welcoming way, his playfulness and quizzical nature, and most especially, his love for his family. Relatives and friends are invited to a Visitation: Thursday, March 1st 6-8:30 P.M. and Friday, March 2nd 9-10:30 A.M. at St. Cornelius Church, 160 Ridge Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317. Funeral Mass: Friday, March 2nd at St. Cornelius Church also. Interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Kennett Square, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to KAU Little League, 873 East Baltimore Pike, PMB #472, Kennett Square, PA 19348 to support a scholarship in Sean’s name. www.loganfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Daily Local News from Feb. 27 to Feb. 28, 2018.

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August 11, 2019

Hey Sean, I had my 49th birthday on the 2nd as you know. It made me want to vomit. You just had yours a short while ago. This is just too hard to do, being here without you. Life is cruel. We were supposed to become old people together. I miss you everyday. I love you everyday. xoxo

May 29, 2019

Hey Sean people say time heals, better days will come, etc. Its not true. It only gets worse. I miss you everyday. I never imagined being in this world without you. It stinks. I hate it. I love you everyday...xoxo Colleen

Colleen

March 12, 2019

Hey Sean, it's me again. I just can't help myself. I just have so much to tell you and this is the only place I can talk to you since I can't drive out to see you whenever I want due to work. Weird I know. This past year so many people have told me how much we look alike and it happened again today at work. We haven't been told that since we were little so I never really thought much about it when we got older. A few people even said we could be twins! That made be feel good, made me happy. I would have been cool with that. Geez, we went to the same schools, had the same friends, liked the same sports n went to lots of games together, liked the same music, liked the same bands, shared our clothes, you went with me when I bought my first car, you were my first friend, my first enemy (haha), my first teammate, first opponent, my first and only brother. Hmmm, are we twins?!?!?! Hehehehehe!!! One thing I can thank mommy and daddy for is that they gave us each other. But we still had lots of stuff to do and it's tough being here without you. I'm so sorry this happened, that you left too soon, I'd do anything to bring you back to us. As always I will forever believe you should be here. I love you everyday. I miss you more my dear brother, xoxo.....Colleen

Colleen

February 25, 2019

Hi Sean, its me again. Not sure if this is last time I get to talk to u or not but its one year since you left. It feels like only yesterday. I still havent been able to understand how this happened n probably never will but what I do know is that you were everything to everyone n you are terribly missed. And if what they say is true I hope u are having a catch w Eric n hanging out. I love you everyday n will forever believe you should be here. Your sister Colleen xoxo

Colleen Barrett

December 14, 2018

Hi Sean it's me again. We visited u for your 50th birthday yesterday. It wasn't the place I wanted to go to see you to wish u a happy birthday but I guess I had no choice. If there's truth to what we learned I hope u had the best birthday ever. I love you everyday. I miss you so much. I wish everyday we had u back here w us. I'll forever say, you should be here xoxo....your sister Colleen

Colleen

August 6, 2018

Hey Sean...I just had my first birthday without you. It was a tough one. I wanted that early morning happy birthday from you, my brother so badly. I miss you more and more with each passing day. I'll never understand why you are no longer here and I hope what they say is true. I hope I see you again. I have so much to tell you and I just want to give you a hug. And if there is a radio, listen to Bruce and pretend we are at concert like all the times we went when mommy and daddy got us tickets then when we got older you got them for us and Becky. Oh geez, my dear brother, you should be here. I love you always. xoxo xoxo xoxo

March 8, 2018

I recently had a conversation with Sean during a girls basketball game. We talked sports, like we usually did, and spoke of family. Sean glowed as he brought me up to date about Ryan, Brendan and Lindsey. He never once talked about himself....a true measure of a man.
We are profoundly saddened with the loss of Sean Barrett...

The Carlow family

Steve Carlow

March 8, 2018

I recently had a conversation with Sean during a basketball game...we talked sports, like we always did, we talked about our families...
Sean glowed as he began to tell me about Ryan, Brendan and Lindsey...he never talked about himself, just family.....a true measure of a man.
The Carlow's are profoundly saddened by the loss of Sean....our condolences to the Barrett and Ralph families.....

Dave Lazzeri

March 7, 2018

To the Barrett Family,
We were so sorry to hear the sad news about Sean and send along our prayers and condolences.
We are happy that we had the chance to meet you through Unionville baseball and experience the happiness Sean instilled in your family.
May God bless all of you at this difficult time.
Our best wishes,
Dave & Sue Lazzeri

March 5, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nikki Ferrell

March 5, 2018

I am deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. I offer my deepest sympathies to the bereaved family. May God Our Father, Give You Peace and Comfort as Sean enjoys Everlasting Life.

Connie Campbell Wolsko

March 2, 2018

Prayers for you are being sent for you, and your beautiful family.

February 28, 2018

When someone you love becomes a memory the memory becomes a treasure. May your wonderful treasures fill your heart with love and bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Hosea 13:14

February 28, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family at this very difficult time

John Griffith

February 28, 2018

My condolences and prayers to the Barrett family, sitting here remembering the good times we had in Pathmark and seeing him on beach in Wildwood.

Mrs. Lynch

February 28, 2018

My sincere condolences to family and friends. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn, sustain your family during this difficult time - Isaiah 61:1, 2.

February 28, 2018

We are so saddened to hear of Sean's passing. He coached our son, Ryan, in baseball and basketball. Sean was always encouraging and was a great role model for him, and the the many children he coached over the years. We will always remember how proud he was of his family. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Miles and Joanne Mettenheimer, Landenberg, PA

K C

February 28, 2018

May you have peace and comfort as you mourn the loss of your loved one. The God of comfort is ready to comfort those broken in heart. My deepest sympathies to the family. 2 Thess. 2:16-17

am

February 28, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Hopefully reflecting on all the good times you've shared together will help ease the pain that you feel. May "the God of all comfort" strengthen you at this time of sadness and may His promise for the future bring you peace. Hosea 13:14

February 28, 2018

My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4

JD

February 28, 2018

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the wonderful memories of your loved one continue to provide your family a small measure of comfort until God's promises are fulfilled. Matthew 5:5

Dennis Sheehy & Family

February 28, 2018

So sorry for your loss...Sean was one of the kindest, friendliest and nicest persons we've known as part of our many years at KAU. He was a great coach and untiring supporter for my son Jack and all of his teammates. Our prayers go out to all of you...he will be deeply missed.

Desiree Jeremenko

February 27, 2018

Though words, however gentle, cannot take your loss away, please know that Sean will be greatly missed. Working with Sean, I only knew him as a spectacular husband and devoted father. I will miss how Sean always spoke of his family with admiration & affection. Sending healing thoughts and prayers and comforting hugs to you all.

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