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1950
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2012
Barrett Nefores Obituary
MANSFIELD: Barrett "Greek" Nefores, 62, passed away Sunday afternoon, July 22, 2012 at MedCentral Mansfield Hospital. He was born May 26, 1950 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Ashland College with a B.S. in Education. Barrett was the former Director of Case Management at Richland Newhope Center and recently retired from Medina County Board of MRDD. He was a very social person who loved being around people and sharing his time with family and friends. He was an avid golfer and especially enjoyed playing at Pebble Creek. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing in golf outings throughout the state. Golfing was a very big part of Greek's life. Barrett was an accomplished guitar player and was a member of several bands throughout his lifetime. He enjoyed dining with his friends at Skyway, Red Fox and China Town. Barrett was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.
Barrett is survived by his wife, Pat Huffman Nefores; sons, Jason B. Nefores and Nikolas P. Nefores; grandchildren, Gia Jade, Sunshine Anne and Amara June Nefores; mother, Mercine Nesotas Nefores of Pittsburgh, PA; a sister, Maggie Nefores of Pittsburgh, PA; a brother, Jason (Terri) Nefores of CA; two nephews, Travis and Spencer, both of California; and Liz DeHaan, who was like a sister to Greek. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Nefores.
A celebration of Barrett's life will be held at the Red Fox Tavern, Friday, August 3, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Wappner Funeral Directors is privileged to serve the family of Mr. Nefores. The family wishes to thank the many close friends and golf buddies of "Greek" for sharing their lives with him and creating wonderful memories that will be treasured for years to come.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barrett Nefores
Gary & Barbara Baehr
August 23, 2012
Patty,
Still cannot believe he is gone. Every time I pull into a golf course, I expect to see him waiting to join us. The weekends during the summer will never be the same. He will be remembered always for who he was to all friends.
Sarah Cooper-Gaffney
August 2, 2012
Pat and all of the Nefores family,
I am so truly sorry for the loss of such a special family member. Lots of good memories with "Grandpa Greek" and all of your family. With love in my heart for all of you always, may God help you through all your sadness.
Diane Molyet
August 2, 2012
Pat, Jason, Nik, and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mother Merce and her baby.
barrett nefores
July 29, 2012
The Greek working his way thru college at Dillons in Ashland.
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July 29, 2012
Barry at his 41-year Wilkinsburg High School reunion in October 2009
Keith Cantwell
July 29, 2012
Sandy Hartman Dyche
July 28, 2012
Sorry for your loss I knew Barry in Wilkinsburg High He was 2 yrs ahead of me but we had study halls together very nice guy ! May God give you all peace at this time
Philip Skiles
July 28, 2012
Nick, Pat, and Jason I'm sorry for your loss. I know it's been a longtime since I've seen all of you, but Barrett was a good person to me. God bless you all.
This is pretty much how I'll remember "Barry". Glad we reconnected and exchanged a few words at a reunion a few years ago. R.I.P, Barry.
Keith Cantwell
July 27, 2012
Sara Thompson
July 27, 2012
Patty and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.I graduated with Barry from WHS in 1968. My maiden name was Dixon in our yearbook.I didn't know he was called "Greek" I haven't had any contact since then. He was a really great guy and it brings tears to my eyes to hear he has passed. My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this time.
Chris Fontaine
July 26, 2012
Pat
I am so sorry for your loss of Greek. I still remember with a smile on my face his laugh. I also remember him as a dedicated professional from whom I learned a lot when I first started working in the field. My husband Dave and I send you and your family our prayers and sympathy
sam
July 26, 2012
Patty and family,
I am very sorry for the loss of greek in your lives, it makes my heart ache to know a good man has passed on. I have great memories of my times with you both.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
July 26, 2012
Patty,
Gary and I will remember Greek always. We are so sorry for your loss. Hopefully the memories will help ease the pain of losing such a wonderful gentle man.
Barbara and Gary
Joe Sansalone
July 25, 2012
Pat
Tracy and I are so sorry to for your loss. Even though it has been a long time Greek was a good person always a smile on his face.
Jack Flowers
July 25, 2012
Pat, Betty and I are so sorry for the loss of Greek. our thoughts ant prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerly,
Jack and Betty Flowers
Deb Cornell-Brizzi
July 25, 2012
Pat and family, so very sorry for your loss. Lifting prayers....
Donna Herr
July 25, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you, Pat, and your family. I am very sorry for your loss and have sent a prayer out to the universe for peaceful memories to give you comfort.
Carol Brill
July 25, 2012
Barrett was truly a good friend and the loss of him will be with me always. It is my blessing that he came into my life. We shared so many experiences professionally and personally; the hundreds of conversations we had regarding our profession, services we provided, about family and friends. I will always remember his laughter, (the bad jokes), his warmth and compassion. My prayers are with Pat, his sons and extended family during this very difficult time. I know he is at peace.
Bob Nicholson
July 25, 2012
Barrett was a stalwart in our field! His knowledge base and pragmatic approach indeed made our services to individuals with disabilities better and increased their quality of life. Barrett's passing is a huge loss to our service industry. Be assured of my prayers for the family during this difficult time.
Bob Nicholson
Coshocton County Board of DD
Toni and Rick Kaufman
July 25, 2012
Greek was a wonderful friend and will always be in our hearts and memories. Our love and sympathy to Patty and the boys. Toni and Rick Kaufman
Karen Crawford
July 25, 2012
Greek came in to see me about once a week. He was always so happy and pleasant. just last week he came in with his grand daughter Gia and her friend from florida and they had dinner.The three of them had a wonderful time. Greek will be truly missed. God bless all of you. Karen Crawford, Bar Manager of The Skyway East
Linda Reece
July 25, 2012
I am truly sorry to have heard the news of Barrett's passing. He was a great man who enjoyed life. He was so dedicated to his work and the people he served. We all had a great many laughs and serious conversations too!!! He shall be missed by everyone in the DD field.
Mike Miller
July 25, 2012
I wasn't a close friend of Barrett's but knew him through his field of work and through his good friend Mo Devaulder. He was a good man willing to help anyone. I am truly sorry for his passing and wish the best for his family.
Patricia L Capen
July 25, 2012
I was blessed to know Barrett through his playing in our Hospice of North Central Ohio golf outing every year. . . . always looked for his smiling face in the crowd! He possessed a kind and generous spirit and will be missed by many. Thank you for sharing him with all of us golfers!
Soni Collins
July 25, 2012
Pat and Family We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our Prayers and if there is anything I can do for you Please let me know.
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