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John Barry Obituary
Red was born on Dec. 26, 1934, in Hartford, to Edward and Edna (Danielson) Barry. Red was a 1953 graduate of Ellsworth High School in South Windsor. A man of integrity and pride, he was employed by the W.C. Bonner Co. (Diversey Co.). After his retirement in 1999, he found joy in woodworking, spending time with his grandchildren, traveling to the coast of Maine, and vacationing with his dear friends in South Carolina. With his immaculate driving record and gift of gab, he enjoyed his time in retirement as a service driver for Lia Honda of Enfield. He was an avid Red Sox and UConn Huskies basketball fan.
He will be dearly missed by his children, Lynn Daniel and her husband, Michael, of Windsor Locks, Laurie Charette and her husband, Kevin, of South Windsor, Karen LeBlanc and her husband, Jerry, of Enfield; Tony Gadola and his wife, Karen, of Vernon; his grandchildren, Jamie Daniel and her husband, Ryan Nilsson, Nicole Daniel, Joe Charette, Josh Daniel, Steph LeBlanc, Jake Charette, Victoria LeBlanc, Jared Charette, Mike and Cameron Gadola; and great-grandchildren, Owen and Hadley Nilsson, whom he adored. He is also survived by his sister, Thelma Pease. He also leaves special friends Tony and Audie Daniel. Red also leaves to mourn his loss a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends, including his high school friends that he met with once a month. Red was predeceased by siblings Aileen Brown and husband, Robert, Edward Barry and wife, Joan, Betty Wheelock and husband, Edward, Ann (Nancy) Madsen and husband, Edward (Red), and brother-in-law Jack Pease.
Calling hours will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by a funeral home service at noon on Saturday, March 7, at the Bassinger & Dowd Funeral Home, 37 Gardner St., East Windsor. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Legion Barry-Poulter Post 40, 7 Gardner St., East Windsor, CT 06088.
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Jon Alaimo
March 7, 2020
My condolences to Red's family and friends. Having worked with him for many years at Lia Honda, He was an amazing man and true friends. He always kept us smiling and laughing with his wit and knowledge. I always wanted to just stop by and share a couple beers with him and listen to his stories. I'll miss you, you old reprobate!
March 7, 2020
I send my sincere condolences during this very difficult time. May you all find comfort 1 Thessalonins 4:14.
Patty Pond
March 6, 2020
There were so many happy things to remember about our years together as brother an sister-in-law but the most important one is how caring you were. A real example for all.
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