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Barry RIMER Obituary
March 19, 1947 - January 19, 2013
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Barry Rimer of Calgary, AB on January 19, 2013. He left us suddenly while living his Mexican dream in La Manzanilla, Mexico. His best friend and wife of 37 years, Susan, was by his side. Along with Susan, Barry is remembered by their four children, Adam, Lucas (Michelle), Cole and Lacey (Stephen) and his first grandchild, Aviva. He will also be greatly missed by his father Val Rimer and two brothers Alan (Shirley) and Miles (Susan). Barry was predeceased by his mother, Doris. Barry loved his ranch, his horses, his dogs and everything cowboy. He and Susan put together a great life and celebrated it on a daily basis. He always had a project on the go and lived by the belief that a lot can be accomplished when you do not care who gets the credit. He quietly left his mark on everyone and everything that he touched. A piece of all of us died when Barry suddenly left us, two months before his 66th birthday. How lucky we are to have known someone who is so hard to say goodbye to. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, February 1, 2013 at Temple B'nai Tikvah (900 - 47 Avenue S.W.). A celebration of Barry's life will follow at 4:00 p.m. at The Kensington Legion (1910 Kensington Road N.W.).
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Jim and Lori Carleton
April 17, 2013
So very sorry to hear of your loss. We just found out through Linda. We would surely have come to pay our respects. God Bless to all the family.
Mike & Jayne McLeod
February 11, 2013
Barry was such a wonderful and kind man. He was very generous to us and a wonderful neighbour. We were deeply saddened when Luc told us that he had lost his Dad and with heavy hearts we knew we had lost a special friend. Unfortunately we were up north on a project and could not attend the memorial service but please know our prayers are with your family and the ongoing success of your company. We will miss him and think of him often. Luc, please know we are here for you if you need assistance in any way in the future.
February 8, 2013
Susan, I too am shocked, and so sad. I know how much you will all miss him. I would love to be at the memorial but NZ is a long way away. Keep the faith. I have a bunch of pictures that are about 45 years old now, unbelievable, if you would like, I'll put them on a disk and send them to you. (You'll have to give me your mailing address though.)
Cydney
February 8, 2013
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Ron Makkinga
February 5, 2013
thinking of you all at this time,I am so greatful to have been a part in his life and the times we all shared sincerely,love and prayers for you all.
Helen Hayes
February 4, 2013
Susan, my love to you and your family.
Roderick strike
February 4, 2013
To you Susan and your family I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Barry was a true cow poke. A wonderful, kind and gentle soul. Memories of riding cattle drives, branding,sitting around the dining room table at Hidden Valley, listening to funny stories while being force fed your fresh delicious baked cookies with a nip of dark rum.It was a privilege to have known him. I'm sure he will be invited to the Jack Palance John Wayne Club up stairs. Kind regards to all of your family.
Lorraine Gray
February 3, 2013
although miles apart, my precious memories
of you from our early years will remain in my heart forever. Your aunt from Toronto,
Herb & Maria Vanderzwaag
February 3, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of your families loss.
Terri Urovitz
February 3, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family from your Toronto connection. It is with regret that we have missed out on getting to know our west coast cousins. We hope that future Simcha's bring us together.
Joe & Fanny Urovitz, Sidney (Corina) & Terri (Greg).
John Makkinga
February 2, 2013
Susan and family, my deepest condolences, I am still finding it hard to believe Barry has passed. Kind of expected Barry to ride up to the pearly gates, lean over the saddle horn and work a deal to be sent back, guessing a bargain could not be struck. Barry never seemed to get too down when things did not go his way, always dusted himself off and carried on, I hope he is still doing that, wherever he has gone, hope we can do the same. Happy trails old friend.
Denny Deren
February 2, 2013
Susan we so sad to hear of Barry's passing. Words fall short of expressing our sorrow for your loss.
Denny & Sandy Deren
Steve & Suzanne Robertson
February 2, 2013
Words do not express how sad we are. It is too soon, too hard and too sad. We will miss him. He was a great person. You are all in our prayers.
February 2, 2013
Barry, You and I rode together and laughed together. Thank you.
February 1, 2013
Dear Val,
I was saddened to hear about the death of your son, Barry. Please accept my sincere condolences. Doris Fishman
February 1, 2013
Susan and Family - we are so so sad to hear of Barry's passing. Our fondest memories are of your beautiful ranch and the amazing times we had had at the calf brandings years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Geoff and Janice Vachon and family
Edith Takaoka
February 1, 2013
Susan, Val and family,
We are both shocked and saddened with the news of Barry's passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult period.
Takaoka family
Calvin & Angela Boze
February 1, 2013
Dear Susan, we were so sad to hear of Barry's passing...all too soon! Sending Love and Healing energy to you and your family. Time did not wait for us...
Fred and Irena Ketter
February 1, 2013
Dearest Susan,
Our deepest sympathies to you. We hope that you and your family find peace and comfort in knowing how well-loved and respected Barry was. Please know you are in our thoughts.
Jackie Hickey
February 1, 2013
Thinking of your entire family during this time. Our sincerest condolences and fondest wishes to you all.
Yul Roe
February 1, 2013
So sorry to hear of Barry's passing. The great memories help span the years since I spent time with him. My condolences to Susan and the rest of the family.
February 1, 2013
Susan and family, we were so sad to hear of your loss. We have some great memories of both you and Barry many years ago in San Diego, our prayers are with you Lynne & Everett Putman
Los Angeles Ca.
Dan and Eden Pearson
February 1, 2013
So sorry to hear about Barry's passing. Our condolences to the Rimer family. I will always remember fondly the times our family spent with Barry, Susan, Adam, Luke, Cole and Lacey at the Ranch.
February 1, 2013
Phil and I are so sorry for your loss - our hearts go out to all of you. Barry touched so many hearts in his life. All our love, Lorraine and Phil Pearson
cub wright
January 31, 2013
Susan and family
I was shocked when I read of Barry's passing. It didn't seem all that long a go we had a great time with Phil and Lorraine. I will always remember his laugh and smile. Although my knowing you has been short in comparison to others he will be fondly remembered.
Brenda Seymour
January 31, 2013
Susan,Adam,Jucas,Cole and Lacey.So sad to hear of your loss. I am remembering all the good times we had as the family was growing up. I will miss his good sence of humour,and his quick wit.
Colleen Teters
January 31, 2013
Words can't say how much my heart goes out to all of you!
A wonderful man, a wonderful couple, a wonderful family!
Take care of yourselves.
Tojo Goshinmon
January 31, 2013
May you the Rimer family walk the path of life with pride and remember" dad" the man who gave you strength and understanding to handle lifes needs.I'll miss him,he always had the way to bring a smile and laugh whenever he was around.Susan he is with you always and may you be blessed.Tj
January 31, 2013
Susan and family, please accept our condolences on the loss of Barry. He will be sorely missed. Keith and Joanne Michel
Jim Sibthorpe
January 30, 2013
my deepest sympathy to the Rimer family barry was a great guy good friend will miss his unique outlook on life and problem solving and our lunches
Peter and Roxanna Bevilacqua
January 30, 2013
Lacey and the Rimer family, Roxanna and I send our condolences. Our thoughts are with you during this time.
Anita Lachner
January 30, 2013
My dear Susan, I am so very sorry and sad. I will always remember Barry for his quick, dry humor and incredible warmth. My sincerest regrets, Anita
Morgan and Julie Rutley
January 30, 2013
Sue,
Please accept our Condolences and Deepest Sympathy at the passing of your life partner Barry.
Kirk Cameron
January 30, 2013
Truly a sad day when I heard the news of Barry passing. To all the Rimer family and friends our Condolences from the Cameron's.
Liz Green
January 30, 2013
Susan,Adam,Luke,Cole,Lacey.
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad. He was a Great Cowboy, Susan
and he will be very much missed
Liz Green
AKA Betty Arnott
Herb Betschart
January 30, 2013
I was speechless when I heard about Barry's departure. Barry and I had lunch just before he left for Mexico and we were supposed to meet in Vegas on April 2nd 2013. I will miss the old pal, our monthly lunches and his friendship.
Tim Truran
January 30, 2013
It is with great sadness that I have to say good bye to my friend of 48 years.I will miss you. My thoughts are with Susan and the family. Rest in Peace Barry.
Janet Seymour
January 30, 2013
Barry was a wonderful person and a good friend to so many. His sense of humor and quick wit will be missed. My thoughts are with you all.
Lorraine, Lynette, & Karin Krause
January 30, 2013
Susan and Family: We are very saddened by your great loss. We often spoke of Barry and the ranch and the great times we had there with all of you. He was a very special man! We will never forget him.
Randy McDonald
January 30, 2013
Sorry about your loss from your brother Randy and the entire McDonald family
Daryl and Dysie
January 30, 2013
Our hearts are filled with so much sadness - we will never forget him
January 30, 2013
We are shocked and saddened to hear of "Rimer the Rumour"s passing. Barry was a real character and a true "Mensch".Our deepest sympathies to your whole family at this difficult time.
- Gunther and Cindy Kruger
Alex & Simone Kamis
January 30, 2013
?Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. The Kamis family and many others knew "Barry Rimer".
He is a great man",great friend, he will be missed by all.
Sam Kamis
January 30, 2013
I am deeply saddened by the loss of my very good friend. I will miss your friendship, your humor, but most of all, I will miss you.
January 30, 2013
Words can't express our sadness and we send prayers of comfort and peace to Susan and family. Love Terry and Ute
Gary Rutley
January 30, 2013
The loss of my old friend "the Patron" has overwhelmed me with a sense of loss, but knowing he is surrounded by such a loving family, and a very large circle of friends gives renewed strength. Barry I will miss you every day!
Ella Hay
January 30, 2013
May God comfort and give you strength.
Bev Hood
January 30, 2013
I was deeply saddened and shocked to learn of Barry's passing. My deepest sympathies to the whole Rimer family during this most difficult.
Deborah Bramham
January 30, 2013
Barry was a very special person who will be missed by countless friends and ofcourse his family. My heart goes out to all of you with his untimely passing.
January 30, 2013
Shocked and very saddened to hear of Barry's' passing. John and I send our condolences to you Susan and your family. We are in Grenada so are unable to attend the memorial but we send hugs and are thinking of you all.
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