Barry Simon

Barry Simon

Barry Simon Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2011.
SIMON, Barry 1959 - 2011 Barry Simon passed away from cancer on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 surrounded by loved ones. He is missed, mourned and always remembered by his loving husband Rob Sutherland, by his parents Max and Margaret Simon of Wawa, his siblings Dan (Kate) of M'Chigeeng, John (Linda) of Wawa, Gordie of Wikwemikong, Theresa (Bill Dawyd) of Sault Ste. Marie, Rudy (predeceased), Gina (Viola) of Tiverton (Ottawa), Sandy (Darlene) of Wawa, Donna of Thunder Bay, Darlene, also of Thunder Bay, and by Rob's daughter Grace MacDonald of Kingston. He is also loved and missed by many, many nephews, nieces, cousins and wonderful friends across this great land of ours. Barry had a wonderful and full life in his 52 years. He was a worker at Lake Superior Provincial Park, a public service employee, worked and ran the resource centre for the Assembly of First Nations, and helped run a Bed and Breakfast before his illness slowed him down. Even then he lived life to its fullest - and he had a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face right until the end. A memorial funeral mass will be held at Holy Name of Mary Church, 134 Bridge Street, Almonte, on Monday, September 12th at 5:00 p.m. He had asked to be cremated with ashes going to places he loved. Barry was so very, very special. We are privileged that he was in our lives, and that we all felt the warm glow of his pure love. In lieu of Flowers, contributions should be made to Wabano Aboriginal Healing Centre in Ottawa.

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Steve bransfield

May 15, 2012

I'm not sure if this will be read so many months after Barry's passing. Funny, I thought of him today and so many times over the years and had wondered where life had taken him. Barry and I shared tenancy in a rooming house 30 years ago in Ottawa and I thank him for his kind and gentle spirit that helped me to adjust in my first year away from home and family. He had come to Newmarket Ontario sometime later to join me on a retreat weekend where I could see his pain and joy expressed like none I had witnessed before. He was truly a special person who I wished I had known much longer in life. My condolences to family, friends and his partner in life, Rob. sincerely,

December 1, 2011

I didn't know him very well, but did meet him on one of my visits home to Wiki. I'm sorry for your loss, Aunt Margaret, Uncle Max. Cherie Peltier, FL

John Brack

September 14, 2011

I feel it was a privilege to know Barry and it has been years since we were in touch. I only just learned of his passing on Tuesday, Sept. 13th. I remember him as a very nice and friendly lad. He is now commenced a wonderful journey into the Spirit World. You can now meet up with Deak. R.I.P. Barry.

Ray Grenon

September 12, 2011

God bless you Barry Simon, rest in peace my friend, you were a great man.

Mike Grimes

September 12, 2011

I was honoured to have known such a pure hearted spirit. Good thoughts to Rob and Barry's family.

September 11, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with Rob, Auntie Marg, Uncle Max, and all his brothers and sisters. Barry was a kind, gentle man and will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Blake, Margaret, & Family

Lorrie Ferguson

September 11, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with Barry and all those who loved him.

AMK AMK

September 11, 2011

I did not know either Barry or Rob. I had read Barry and Rob's beautiful marriage story in the Ottawa Citizen and was very touched. I am so sorry to hear of Barry's passing. May Barry's spirit live on in the hearts of people he has touched.

My sincere condolences to both families, and friends.

Helene Pawlikowski

September 11, 2011

So sorry to hear of Barry's illness and passing. My deepest condolences to Rob and Barry's family and friends. He was a gentle and kind individual. He will be missed by all who knew all loved him. RIP Barry. God bless you all

Bev and Doug Johnston

September 11, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of Barry's illness and subsequent death.
He was a very fine individual and good friend and will be missed. We extend our sincere sympathy to his family.

Keven Allen

September 11, 2011

To Rob, and all who loved Barry, I send heartfelt condolences.

His flame may no longer burn, but the glow of his spirit continues in each of us.

With love,

Sheila and Bruce Macdonald

September 10, 2011

We are so very sorry to hear of Barry's passing. Our thoughts go to his family and friends with deep condolences to his husband Rob and Rob's daughter, Grace.
Sheila and Bruce Macdonald
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