BARRY PICKERING

I first knew Barry when he lived along the road from us at Southlands, in Hexham. His parents and mine played golf and bridge together. He was always mending/ restoring some vehicle out on the street when I came out to play. I can remember that he introduced me to the skill of ironing; I can even remember the item - a gentleman's handkerchief! God Bless Barry...

Barry attended my father's (Henry Smith)funeral and said some very kind words. Dad will be waiting to say Hello again to Barry and help him settle in "up there". God Bless.

Hello Darling!!
Those words will remain with me for ever and I miss them like blazes now. Will never forget you - neither will Tonykins. Hope you have a Rolls Royce in heaven.

I have known Barry and Tony for many years through my parents and the RREC. Although I didn't keep up a regular dialogue with him, it was always a fascinating and delightful experience to keep up with Barrys' news and, often outrageous, exploits. He and Tony have shown much kindness and generosity to my family over the years, and we thank you for this. You will be greatly missed, Barry, one of lifes most generous Gentlemen.

Wherever you now are Barry, I sincerely hope you're having a ball!

My thoughts at this time are with Tony and the family. God Bless.

You were always kind to me and my mates when we camped many times at your campsite in hexham as kids,it's the end of an era for me.Thank you for your kindness and generousity but more important thanks for being you.

God Bless My friend x

Barry was a great supporter of Changing Attitude. He was a friend to many and he will be missed greatly. Rest in peace.

Convenor for Changing Attitude
Newcastle/Durham Dioocese

Barry touched our lives and will
remain in our hearts, as an honest,
caring and considerate giant among
men.
Hexham has lost a person who will be remembered in many ways, but to us he was "Barry our friend"
Our thoughts are with Tony.

I am glad i had the pleasure of knowing you . You did a lot for me Barry and i thank you . You will be sadly missed .
sweet dreams xx

Althought I only new Barry a few years, he was always full of life and always had time for everyone.
I will his him.
Sleep well.

Barry was a colourful character. His commitment, efforts and achievement as a Councillor and particularly his 2 year stint as Mayor were impressive. Hexham has lost a big personality

So many of my happy memories of being a journalist in Hexham include Barry, he always had a tale to tell and a joke to share. One of the strangests moments in my career was conducting an interview with him over the phone when he was on holiday in Thailand, even when he was miles away he would always spare a moment for you. He will be a real miss around the town, one of life's great characters.

I knew Barry since his days in Newcastle and we met in 1989. He was a loyal, passionate. friend and would always help in any way he could. He will be sadly missed.