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Born on September 6, 1949, he is the son of the late Jerome H. and Mildred (Kratzer) Leister. On July 1, 1972, he married the love of his life, Gloria J. (Haubert) Leister, with whom he was blessed to share over 52 years of marriage before his passing.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Pamela Kerstetter and her husband Brian of Mount Pleasant Mills and Crystal Crissman and her husband Chantz of Richfield; a sister in law, Winnie Leister of Richfield; seven grandchildren, Bridget Swartz and her husband Tyler, Paige Grove and her husband Ethan, Mya Crissman, Jordan Brown and her husband Tyler, Darian Bolig and her husband Aaron, Bryce Kerstetter and her husband James, Caleb Kerstetter and his companion Rebecca Harbaugh; seven great grandchildren and one expected in September; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Lorraine Kantz and a brother, David Leister, Sr.
Barry attended East Juniata High School and attended St. Thomas Independent Church.
He proudly served in the United States Army as a SP4 Airplane Mechanic and an Aircraft Repairman and was also a marksman.
He was a self employed Truck Driver for 25 years and was also employed by National Limestone as a Mechanic before he retired. After retirement, he drove school van for Weikel Bussing.
Barry enjoyed hunting, spending time at the races with his nephew Terry Leister, and going for supper with his nephew, Curt Haubert, and his special friend, Darryl Arndt; however, his greatest joy came from spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
All Services will be private.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mr. Leister's memory can be made to the Richfield Fire Company No. 9, 38146 Route 35 North, Richfield, PA 17086.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 111 Westfall St., McAlisterville.
Online condolences and tributes can be shared with the family at www.brownfuneralhomesinc.com.
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Kim Harpster and Brian
April 28, 2025
Our deepest sympathies to you Gloria and the girls and family. Brian and I are heartbroken over the loss of Barry. We dearly loved him. He was the nicest and kindest man and friend. He dearly loved his family. He was a hard worker. He had a good sense of humor and a kind heart. We will truly miss him, as many others will. Heaven truly received a wonderful man!
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Ruth Ann Helwig
April 12, 2025
So many wonderful memories with Barry Shane and I considered him as family
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