Sharon Barry Obituary
Sharon E. Barry, nee McCormick, age 80 of Saranac Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a long battle with dementia on Sunday January 4, 2026, which she endured with dignity and grace.
Sharon owned and operated DJs Rustic Restaurant for many years cooking alongside her daughter. She was beloved by her customers for her cooking, kindness, warmth, humor and wit. She showed all who came through those doors. "Mama always said to clean your plate".
Sharon was born on May 9, 1945, the daughter of the late Joe “Shorty” McCormick and Rose Rule McCormick.
She is 1 of 12 children, and now the McCormick dozen is complete. She is pre deceased by Helen, Vivian, Sonny, Kathleen, Mary, John D, Elieen, Joyce (Ducky), Richard, Patrick and Donna. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Richard of Saranac Lake, daughter Lauralee Kunath (Ken) of Saranac Lake, John of Central Islip, Jim (Bonnie) of Saranac Lake. She is survived by 7 grandchildren, Nikki, Amanda Rose, John, Jackie, Josh, Alex, Matthew and Elizabeth. 9 great grandchildren, Darrin, Cayden, Charlotte Rose, Aline Rose, Ami, Tidus, Eliza Rose, Xander and Chloe. Two step grandchildren, Judd Krasher and Garrett Krasher. 2 step great grandchildren, Peyton and Noah.
Calling hours will take place at the Fortune-Keough Funeral Home in Saranac Lake from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday January 10, 2026. A funeral service will immediately follow at the funeral home at 2:00 PM with Rev. Paul Kelly officiating.
Friends wishing to remember Sharon may make memorial contributions to Saranac Lake Interfaith Food Pantry or Holiday Helpers in care of the funeral home. Family and friends can also share their condolences and memories at fortunekeoughfuernalhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
20 Church Street, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
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