Thomas M. Barbarish Sr.

Thomas M. Barbarish Sr. obituary, Honey Brook, PA

Thomas M. Barbarish Sr.

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2835 Manor Road, Coatesville, PA 19320

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Thomas Barbarish Obituary

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Thomas M. Barbarish Sr., 67, of Honey Brook, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Chester County Hospital, West Chester.

Born in Wilkes Barre, PA, Thomas was the son of the late Michael J. and Helen T. (Starzecki) Barbarish. He was the beloved husband of Maryellen (Gledhill) Barbarish. The couple shared 46 years of marriage.

Thomas was a member of St. Peter Parish, West Brandywine Township. He enjoyed eating out with friends from the neighborhood, which was lovingly dubbed the "ROMEO" breakfast (Retired Old Men Eating Out) of Knob Hill Farms. Thomas was a loyal, devoted and avid Eagles fan. He enjoyed golfing and loved NASCAR too. He enjoyed riding his Harley and driving his Camaro. Thomas also loved helping his neighbors every chance he could.

In addition to his wife, Thomas is survived by his children: Nicole Sayers (Brian) of Avondale, PA, and Thomas M. Barbarish Jr. (Paula Taylor) of Kinzers, PA; grandchildren: Cheyenne Taylor, Haley Barbarish, Dylan Sayers, and Landon Sayers; sister: Joann Barbarish; 2 brothers-in-law; 3 sisters-in-law; many nieces, nephews, and other extended family; his 2 dogs: Sassy and Winnie.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 9:45-10:45 AM at St. Peter Catholic Church: 2835 Manor Rd., West Brandywine Twp., PA 19320. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM at the church. Inurnment will be conducted privately at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Thomas' name may be made to Gift of Life.
James J. Terry Funeral Home - Valley Township - Coatesville

1060 W. Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA 19320

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Dec

17

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9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

St. Peter Catholic Church

2835 Manor Road, Coatesville, PA 19320

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Dec

17

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Peter Catholic Church

2835 Manor Road, Coatesville, PA 19320

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