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George Barbuty Obituary
AGE: 77 • formerly of Bridgewater
George F. Barbuty Jr., 77 of Delray Beach, Florida formerly of Bridgewater, NJ passed away at his home on April 20, 2011 surrounded by his loved ones. George was born on July 19, 1933 in Plainfield NJ. He is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George and Mary (neeQuick) Barbuty. George served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was a journeyman plumber with Local #24 retiring in 1995. George had been a long time member of Plainfield Local #103 NJ, where he served terms as financial secretary and president. He was a founding member of the Bridgewater United Methodist Church, serving on the building committee. In retirement George volunteered with Habitat for Humanity South Palm Beach County Chapter, and was the recipient of the 2008 Humanitarian Award for his passion, dedication, and service to others. George was a member of local Orchid and Rose Societies. He loved spending time with wife Susan out in their garden. He was never far away from his tools, either remodeling his florida home or making repairs to the Mt Lake house they loved so much each summer. George enjoyed traveling, an avid reader and history buff, he attended many Elderhostel Programs with Susan. He loved sailing and most of all being with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife Susan Ricards Barbuty having just celebrated their 56 wedding anniversary. His children, Cynthia and husband Joseph Fulton of Lebanon NJ, Edward Barbuty of Mt Lake NJ, Donna and husband Michael Wright of Palm Beach Gardens FL, Robert Barbuty of Bedminster NJ, and Karen and husband Daniel Aversa of Bridgewater NJ. Also his loving grandchildren Allison and Andrew Fulton, Megan and Devan Barbuty and Emily, Erin, and Ethan Aversa.
Funeral Services will be held Friday April 29, 2011, 11AM in the DeVoe Funeral Service 136 Washington Ave Washington NJ. Family and friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment in the Buttzville Cemetery, Buttzville NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George's name to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave.,West Palm Beach, FL 33407, The Cancer Hope Network, 2 North Road Suite A, Chester, NJ 07930 or the Mt Lake Fire Company, 99 Tamarack Road, Belvidere, NJ 07823. Online condoloences may be expressed at www.devoefuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Barbuty
May 2, 2011
To the Barbuty family. God needed another plumber in heaven. He will be missed but not forgotten. Your old friend -----Brian Mullen
May 1, 2011
Mrs. Barbuty and Family,
With Deepest Sympathy.
Nu Sigma Phi Fraternity
Brother Cuz
Keith Stone
April 27, 2011
To the Barbuty Family,
My deepest condolences. Remember the times spent with George. His memory, heart and sole live on within all of you.
Keith Stone
Nu Sigma Phi Fraternity
April 26, 2011
Dearest Susan and your family,
We all know George was such a special person. You are very lucky to have had him as a partner for so many years. Now he's in gods hands and will be well taken care of. Our hope is that you and the family will heal quickly from the pain of losing a dear one. Our prayers are with you.
Love, Beverly Williams & Elwood Ricards
April 26, 2011
Bert-
My heart goes out to you and your family at the loss of your father. Please let me know if there is anything I might be able to do for you.
Always-
Paul D Prisco
Nu Sigma Phi Fraternity
Alpha Zeta 1982
Chris Mariani
April 26, 2011
Robert, Best wishes to you and all your family, at this sad time, of the death of your Father. We will keep you all in our prayers. NU SIGMA PHI
Yours in brotherhood,
Chris & Susan Mariani
Dan DeWeever
April 26, 2011
To the Barbuty Family,
My condolances on the passing of George. I have know Bert since college and have seen the greatlegacy he instilled in Bert.
My prayers are with you all
Dan DeWeever
Michael Haber
April 26, 2011
Bert I am really sorry for your loss.
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