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Barry Whaley Obituary
West Lafayette - Barry E. Whaley, 52, of West Lafayette, Indiana passed away Thursday September 28, 2017 at Rosewalk Village with his family by his side. He was born in Brook, Indiana to Marilyn Fowler Whaley and the late Rex E Whaley. He was a graduate of South Newton High School and Purdue University in Mechanical Engineering in 1987 and Nursing in 2008.On November 28, 1992, he married Patricia Whitacre in Elida, Ohio and she survives. Barry was employed by Sony Corporation in Pennsylvania and Clarian Arnett Hospital in Lafayette Indiana.Music was always a part of Barry's life, as a member of the Purdue Glee Club and the worship team at Covenant Church. Golf was also a passion. Barry was an avid Purdue and Chicago Bulls fan but his favorite sports were the ones in which his daughters were participating.Surviving with his wife are his daughters, Jordyn and Aleah Whaley, of West Lafayette Indiana. Also surviving are his Mother, Marilyn Fowler Whaley of West Lafayette and his brother Brian (Jill) Whaley of Brook, Indiana. Barry was preceded in death by his father Rex E. Whaley.Visitation will be Monday October 2, 2017 from 4-8pm Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Lafayette, IN 47909. Memorial Service Tuesday at 1:30pm at Covenant Church 211 Knox Dr. West Lafayette. Officiating Rev. David Henderson. Private inurnment at a later date.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cure Alzheimer's Fund (curealz.org) or The West Lafayette Schools Education Foundation (wlsef.org). You may sign the guest book and leave memories at www.soller-baker.com
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Dean Ott
March 14, 2018
At Purdue I was a pledge brother with Barry in the Alpha Sig house. At a time when young men find many distractions I remember Barry as a stand up guy always in positive spirits. My prayers are with his family.
Dave Howard
October 4, 2017
Barry was a fraternity brother while at Purdue. Please accept the heartfelt condolences to the family from the men of Alpha Pi Chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity on the passing of our dear Brother.
Andrew Searle
October 4, 2017
I will always be grateful to Barry for coming to the assistance of my mother and father after my mother fell in the garage of her home, across the street from Barry's residence.
Nancy Davis
October 4, 2017
My deepest sympathy to Patty and her daughters, Jordyn and Aleah. My heart breaks for all of you. May God give you comfort.
Nancy Davis & Family
Crawford Family
October 2, 2017
We are saddened by his passing. Our prayers to Barry's entire family.
DeDe Mantock
October 2, 2017
My deepest sympathies to Barry's mother Marilyn; wife Patricia and children Jordyn and Aleah. You are all in my every prayer during this difficult time. I knew Barry through his time in the Purdue Glee Club as I had the pleasure to accompany the group during some of his participation. I remember a fine young man whose faith was leading his way even then...and he led others to theirs. Intelligent, polite, talented and handsome. A perfect fit for the Glee Club. Now...he leads another choir of angels. God bless, Barry. Until we all meet again..."Lord, have mercy on such as we. Baa, baa, baa." The Whiffenpoof Song
Marsha (Deaton) Angstadt
October 2, 2017
I am so sorry for you loss! My deepest sympathy!
Mark & Dina Opsitnick
October 1, 2017
Our deepest sympathy and prayers
Tom & Mary Ann Applegate
October 1, 2017
Our prayers are with Barry and the Whaley family. Remember watching him singing with the Purdue Glee Club
Tom & Mary Ann Applegate
October 1, 2017
Our prayers are with the Whaley family. Remember seeing Barry singing with the Purdue Glee Club.
Sandy and Donnie smith
October 1, 2017
We knew Barry from his high school days at South Newton. He was such an active participant in so many school activities, Fom the arts to athletics, he always performed with a passion. May God's blessings help his family in the days to come
Dale Shores
October 1, 2017
For your loss.May God provide tender comfort through his word the Bible during this most difficult time. 2 Cor. I :3-4,
Sheila Malott - Korsmo
September 30, 2017
So Very sorry for your loss. You and your family will remain in my daily thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Hall
September 30, 2017
Barry was one of my best buds and classmates at South Newton HS. So many tremendous, life enriching memories through sports, theater productions and all the "hanging around" and cruising in the Mercury. So much laughter and good times. I've never met any anyone so utterly brilliant and talented who could simply play any song by ear and zing you with his infectious smile. Barry, you were an incredible human being and you're gone far too soon, but your light will shine forever through your beautiful family and the lives of your countless friends whose hearts you touched forever. Rest in eternal peace my friend.
Lori Collins
September 30, 2017
God bless
Lori Collins (fabri)
September 30, 2017
My sympathies to Barry's family, I knew him from Sony, he always had a smile. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Rose [Castongia, Plunkett]
September 30, 2017
I only knew Barry from High School when we gave him my son's Memorial award as a graduating senior. He sent the nicest Thank You and told me how his parents had told him of Steve and he felt honored to receive his award. So sorry to read of his passing. My Deepest Sympathy's to all of his Family.
Hannah Kudadze
September 30, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad for the time I was able to have with Barry and your family. I am also confident that we will meet again in heaven. Barry lived out his life as a testimony to his faith. I will continue to keep you and the girls in my prayers during this time of grief.
Maureen Stefancin
September 30, 2017
My sympathies to the Whaley family. I worked with Barry at Sony, he was a incredible man!!
God Bless
Lori and Michael Bartok
September 30, 2017
Barry was the consummate nice guy. In my experience, his upbeat friendly demeanor never wavered. Earth is a little less bright with his passing, but heaven surely welcomed him with open arms.
My husband and I both worked with Barry at Sony. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Lynda Madigan
September 30, 2017
I am so truly sorry to hear of Barry's passing. My deepest sympathies to his family. He was an amazing man and an inspiration to us all at the Sony Corp. I have so many wonderful memories of him and some of his funny little habits. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
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