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Fred Barry Obituary
Fred Barry, age 73, died in his home in Austin, Texas on September 28th with family and his doggies by his side.
Fred worked as a radio journalist for 40+ years. For over 30 years, he was employed by WOMT radio in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. While working for radio stations in Minnesota and Wisconsin, Fred reported on many political legends including: Hubert Humphrey, Eugene McCarthy, Walter Mondale, Lee Dreyfus and Tommy Thompson. Over his career in journalism, Fred won many awards from the Associated Press, Wisconsin Broadcasters Association, NBNA and more.
Fred retired in 2008, and set out on a five year RV adventure with his wife, Nancy. He continued throughout his life to be an avid Milwaukee Brewers fan.
Fred is survived by: wife of 51 years Nancy, son Glen and daughter Julie of New York City, son Dan of Austin Texas and granddaughter Talita of Hilo, Hawaii - And, his two beloved doggies, Leo and Fletcher.
The Barry family would like to thank all of the family and friends who supported us through Fred's illness the past several years.
In lieu of flowers, the family would request that donations be made in Fred's name to "Friends of Austin Animal Center" : www.friendsofaustinanimalcenter.com/foaac/donate-5/
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Mary Thomsen
October 4, 2016
My deepest condolences to Fred's family. As a young reporter for the Valders Journal, I spent many hours sitting next to him at government meetings, trials and other events. I learned the craft just by watching him and got a lot of support and laughs, too. I will always remember him fondly.
Mark Heller
October 4, 2016
Simply one of the best in the radio industry. Sadly missed by all who knew him.
Mickey Shea
October 4, 2016
This is the absolute best obituary photo I've ever seen! Thanks for sharing his real spirit with everyone by using this photo! So neat! :-)
Rita Pribyl
October 4, 2016
Our sympathy goes out to you, Nancy, Glen and Dan, for the loss of Fred. He will be missed by all who knew him.
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