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Barry Gelman Obituary

Published by McCafferty Sweeney Slabinski Barnes Funerals and Cremations from May 18 to May 19, 2020.

Barry Gelman passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020 surrounded by his wife and children. He was born on January 27, 1954 in Philadelphia, PA to Jacqueline Gelman (nee Shapiro) and the late Harry Gelman. Barry was survived by his loving wife, Donna Gelman, his children Wendy Gelman, Randy Gelman (and their mother Oscarine), Kimberly Curran, Jessica Gericke (Bill), and four grandchildren James Haworth, Haley Gelman, Emma Curran, and Lukas Curran, his brother-in-law Daniel Furio and sister-in-law Denise Parmer, Aunt Ann, and a host of family and friends. Barry was a proud graduate of Samuel Fels High School. He worked at Veterans Stadium with his father selling Eagles and Phillies novelties. This fostered Barry's love for Philadelphia Sports. Barry worked a number of years at PizzaRoma. He and Donna met during his time working there. Barry was a longtime employee of Peerless Pest Control, working there for over 25 years before retiring for health reasons. Barry and Donna loved to travel, taking many trips to Las Vegas, as well as going on multiple cruises in the Caribbean. They loved to spend time at the casino and frequently made trips to Atlantic City. He was a resident at the Roosevelt Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center for the last 3 years where he ran the snack shop and was a friend to all. A private service will be held on Friday, May 22, 2020 for immediate family with a burial following at Har Nebo Cemetery and Monuments. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the service will be streamed on Facebook at 1030 AM on McCafferty Sweeney Slabinski Barnes Funerals and Cremations Facebook Page and on some of the family members' FB pages. (More details to follow) Barry was a grateful recipient of a liver donation in 2011. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Gift of Life Donor Foundation at Donors1.org and click on "Get Involved" on the Menu tab Arrangements by McCafferty Sweeney Slabinski Barnes Funerals and Cremations of Torresdale Avenue, John J. Barnes Supervisor, 215-333-0500 For further information or to share your fondest memories of Barry please visit PhillyFunerals.com

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joel rasper

July 26, 2024

A Nice Guy I Used to know RIP Barry

VIRGINIA KINTZ

May 14, 2023

Thinking of Barry and his loved ones on the third anniversary of his passing. xox

VIRGINIA KINTZ

May 12, 2022

I am very sure Barry is watching over his loved ones on Earth. I will never forget him wanting a child to get a kidney before he did. xox

Lynette Goode

June 17, 2020

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of my pest control expert!!! He was always so kind to me when I came into the store. I missed him when he left 62nd St and will forever keep his memory close to my heart.

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May 25, 2020

Donna,

Very sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

Donna M (former neighbor)

May 21, 2020

My Uncle Barry was one of a kind. The best. Not a day goes bye that I don't think of him. He will always have a special place in my heart. I know he is watching over me. And I know he is up in heaven waiting for me with a deck of cards in his hand ready to play 500 rummy. Love you always and forever. Milton

Marie Barnett

May 21, 2020

sorry for your loss, donna, take care marie and bruce

Steven Gelman

May 20, 2020

My cousin Barry was the best guy you would want to meet .He literally would give you the shirt off his back . He was very close to my dad. Barry was with my dad when he past away. That has given me great comfort.You will surely be missed by everyone who loved you.RIP

Althea Stepps

May 20, 2020

I wish I could of ment you. You have a wonderful family and as I hear you were one of a kind. A great guy with a Big Heart and Now may you rest in peace.

May 19, 2020

Hey Dad
I miss you so much but I know you are at peace.. I will always miss your phone calls and you yelling at me leave Jimmy and Haley alone. Stop yelling at them I would say ok dad. Dont you worry about Donna because I can hear you saying make sure she eats and takes her medicine.. your son well you know hes gonna continue to play football pool and that wont be the same for us because he would make sure I called you to get the teams you wanted to play but lets face it you would always say I would love to see the eagles beat whatever team they were playing but I know they wont win. Dad you left a void in my heart especially your Haley girl please guide us and watch over us all... I love you dad and I will always be your little girl
Love always your daughter Wendy

Kosempel Family

May 19, 2020

We are deeply saddened to hear of Barry's passing. He was very special to us and we will miss him greatly. Barry worked for us at Peerless Pest Control for 25 years, but was so much more than an employee; he was our friend, and we always though of him as part of our family. He ran our store in West Philadelphia and we attribute much of its success to the fact that he cared and took pride in his work. He knew how to treat people with respect and kindness and brought a smile to everyone's face. His customers still ask for him to this day and he will be deeply missed by all of them. Nothing was ever too much for Barry; he was there for everyone and you never had to ask. He just knew how to brighten your day! We are so blessed that he touched our lives and will always remain in our hearts. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of his family.

Michelle Janet

May 19, 2020

May you rest in peace, Uncle Barry.

Rita Lyons

May 18, 2020

RIP. A friend Rita Lyons......

Oscarine Gelman

May 18, 2020

Condolences to Donna Gelman his wife and to her Daughters Kimberly, Jessica and her grandchildren Emma and Lukas. Remember and cherish all of the memories that you shared with Barry through out his lifetime. There are no words that can be said or spoken to help during this difficult time. Time will heal your broken hearts. ☮❤

Oscarine Gelman

May 18, 2020

Prayers for your dad Wendy and Randy Gelman. He is now at peace. No more suffering and pain. God has lifted this burden and provided him with angel wings so he could watch over his children and his grandson Jimmy and granddaughter Haley. Forever in your hearts and memories. Love to all Mom and Mom Mom.☮❤

Jennifer Dearie

May 18, 2020

May you rest easy and continue watching over us...

May 18, 2020

We all are sad to hear of Barry's passing. He sure loved his children and wife. He had a very loving wife in Donna. The best way to honor his memory is very easy - just live a good life and be good to others in his memory.

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