Barry James Roberts, 79, passed away on October 4th, 2025. Barry was born in Painesville, Ohio on April 16th, 1946. Preceded in death by parents Donald and Martha Roberts and brother, Rex Roberts and the love of his life, Joanne Towner Roberts. He is survived by his Sons Eric(Patricia) Roberts and Scott Roberts, Stepchildren – Becky (Gary) Everly, Chuck (Debbie) Towner, Randy (Ava)Towner and several loved Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Barry loved and supported his family and enjoyed spending time, cracking jokes, making people smile and spending his Sundays screaming at the Cleveland Browns. He was always willing to help and fight for veterans and working people like him. He will be missed by all who met him. To leave the family a special message of condolence please visit www.newcomercolumbus.com.
Friends may call at the NEWCOMER SOUTHWEST CHAPEL 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio 43123 on Friday, October 10, 2025 from 11:00am until time of funeral service at 1:00pm. Interment to follow at Sunset Cemetery, Galloway, Ohio.
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3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123

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