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Barry Fleming Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 8, 2010.

FLEMING, Barry Patrick April 29, 1947 - October 5, 2010 We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, Grandad and friend. Barry lived life to the fullest filling the room with his unforgettable laughter. He was passionate about his family - the glue that held us all together. An avid sportsman - he loved golf (was a Past-President of the Red Deer Golf & Country Club), hockey (especially the Oilers), curling and coaching his sons' teams. Barry loved being a dentist and was rewarded by the many long-term relationships formed with his patients. He was proud to serve his profession as a board member and then President of the Alberta Dental Association & College. Barry was a key organizer in the DOORS Clinic in Red Deer providing dentistry to less fortunate children, a past member of the Red Deer Kiwanis & Rotary Clubs, and for several years the dentist for the Red Deer College Kings Hockey team. Continuing his legacy are his wife of thirty-eight years - Maureen; his sons Ryan (Cari) and Craig; his daughter Heather (John) Merrett; his four grandchildren: Ty, Cole, Claire and Taylor; and his sisters Brenda Horiachka and Debra (Vic) Michalchuk and their families. Barry, you will be in our hearts forever. A Celebration of Barry's Life will be held at Sunnybrook United Church, 12 Stanton Street, Red Deer at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 12. In lieu of flowers donations may be made either to Cancer Research or the Red Deer Hospice Society.

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Mark Evans

February 7, 2011

To Barry's wife and family:

I was reading the UofA NewTrails tonight, and saw Barry's obituary. This was the first I had heard about Barry's passing, and I felt such sorrow. I sat right next to Barry all the way through dental school at the UofA, due to our proximity in the alphabetized seating plan. He was always happy and cheerful and made his classmates feel comfortable to be with him. He gave so much to his profession and community, and we will all miss him.
I looked for Barry in our dental courses and meetings, and he was always so gracious to visit with me. We golfed together a few times at the dental golf tournaments, and I was impressed with his ability to play golf and still maintain that happy and pleasing personality. I feel as though I have lost a portion of my life with Barry gone. Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences, and may you find peace in the coming months. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sincerely, Mark Evans.

October 13, 2010

Maureen, Ryan and rest of Barry's family: Please accept our condolances on Barry's passing. We are Nancy's mom and dad and were patients' of Barry. He was a wonderful man and I can't help but mention how kind and considerate he's always been to Nancy. It dawned on me this week that she spent more time with Barry than she has with her family. I know he'll be missed and I want you to know that our prayers and thoughts have been with all your family. We had every intention of being at the funeral, but a dear friend's mother passed away to same day as Barry and her service was also the same day as Barry's, but I was certainly thinking of all of you yesterday.

Darlene and Jim Anderson, Nanton, AB

Carol Gillis

October 13, 2010

Dear Maureen, Ryan, Heather & Craig
I am so saddened to hear of Barrys passing. I have so many fond memories of our days in Drayton Valley together; curling, holidaying in Hawaii, weekends at Half Moon Bay and so many more. Barry always had a smile on his face and a contagious laugh and was one of the kindest people I've ever known. He will never be forgotten.
Sincerely Carol

Lorraine Poth

October 12, 2010

Dear Maureen, Ryan, Heather
We are so very sorry to hear about Barry's recent death. There are no words that could begin to express how much he will be missed by all of us and how fortunate we have been to have known him! Our thoughts are with all of you.
Sincerely. Reimar, Lorraine, Trevor and Jennifer

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October 12, 2010

Dear Maureen, Ryan, Craig, Heather, and families:
We are very saddened to hear of your loss of Barry who was such an active member of our lives and community. We will treasure our times together in Dentistry and life. He led by an example all of us are proud to follow. Our most sincere condolances, Brian and Elena Kucey and family.

October 10, 2010

Dear Maureen, Ryan, Heather, Craig
Dave and I are shocked to hear of Barry's untimely passing. As neighbours and friends in Drayton Valley, we remember his warmth and engaging personality. May your loving memories of Barry support and comfort each of you. Maureen, sending you a big virtual hug. Love, Ann & Dave Beattie

Millie Little

October 9, 2010

So very sorry to hear of Barry's passing. I will always remember you as neighbors in Half Moon bay, also the fun water sking summers. Maureen it is not easy, hang in there. You have wonderful family and friends for support. Sincerely Millie Little.

Hilda, Clayton & Amber Boisvert

October 8, 2010

Barry was our dentist from 1985 to 1997, he took very good care of Clayton, Amber and myself for all those years. I remember the time I took Clayton and Amber skiing at Lake Louise and guess who we met at the top, Barry. We share with the Fleming Family in their loss of a great man. We wish you peace in this time of great sorrow.

Emmy Stuebing

October 8, 2010

Having the pleasure of knowing Barry my entire life, I am so very sorry to hear of his untimely passing. He was a wonderful man who often made me smile (even during my dental exams!). I'm proud to have known him and I wish Maureen, Ryan, Heather, Craig and your families peace and comfort as you mourn this significant loss.

Don and Janice Finch

October 8, 2010

Our hearts and prayers are with all of you! Barry was a special man and we considered him not only our dentist but our friend. Know that he will always be remembered for his kindness and humour.
God Bless

Brian Taylor

October 8, 2010

A great loss. Besides being a superb dentist, he was a compassionate human being.
My sympathy to all the family.

Brian Taylor
Winfield AB

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