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Barry Gultanoff Obituary

BARRY F. GULTANOFF, 60, OF LAFAYETTE HILL Barry F. Gultanoff, 60, of Lafayette Hill, PA, formerly of Pottstown, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2013 at his home. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Charles and Miriam (Weinstock) Gultanoff. Barry was a 1970 graduate of Pottstown High School, 1974 graduate of Ursinus College and received his Juris Doctorate in 1977 from Delaware Law School. He was an attorney from 1977 until his retirement in 2012. He was a former member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, various legal fraternities and the Norristown F.O.P. Survivors include two daughters, Alexis, wife of Michael Schostak, and Betsy, wife of Jeffrey Widelitz; one son, Matthew Gultanoff and his fiancé, Jessica Shor, and three grandchildren, Jacob Widelitz, Hayley Schostak and Max Widelitz. Also surviving is Jane Gultanoff. Funeral services will be held 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at the Houck & Gofus Funeral Home, Inc., 955 N. Charlotte Street, Pottstown. Rabbi Daniel Zucker will officiate. Interment will be in Congregation Mercy & Truth Cemetery, N. Hanover and Prospect Sts., Pottstown. Friends may call from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 480 Norristown Road, Suite 150, Blue Bell, PA 19422. Shiva will be observed at the residence of Betsy and Jeffrey Widelitz.

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Published by The Mercury from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2013.

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josie GencoJ

March 25, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Maribeth Santiago

March 2, 2019

Barry. You are one of a kind boss!! No one like you. You are truly missed Rest in Paradise my friend.

Neil Raden

May 19, 2017

I left Pottstown in 1970 for college and never came back, so I've been out of touch with Barry for quite a long time. A month ago, I visited the cemetery where my parents and other relatives are resting, and I saw Barry's grave marker and I was stunned. I did not know. I lingered a bit and thought about Barry growing up, and his beer sign collection of course. Barry went to Wyndcroft and I went to public schools, but we were mates in Hebrew school and he came to junior and senior high for grades 9-12. We were in all the same classes, we were friends. He was a gentle soul, driven to excel in school, and never had an unkind word for anyone.

Todd Richman

September 4, 2013

Just found out today. I worked with Barry in 2006-07. He was a good man with a big heart. Condolences to the entire family. Rest now Barry.

Gary Linde

August 9, 2013

Barry was a very likeable person besides a caring lawyer, he will be missed by my wife and myself

Gary Linde

August 9, 2013

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Charlie Barr

June 19, 2013

Barry always treated me well. I just learned of his passing and am deeply saddened. I prayed for him right away. My sympathy to his loved ones.

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Barbara Taxis Yatrousis '74

June 15, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Gultanoff family. I have just learned of your loss as I was an Ursinus classmate of Barry's. My prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

mae oasquale

May 7, 2013

my cindilenses

neil pasquale

May 7, 2013

my condlenses to the family .a great lawyer and friend

maribeth santiago

March 19, 2013

To my friend, Barry

March 13, 2013

To the family of Mr Gultanoff, God Bless You.

Sharon (Smith) Shulby

March 10, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Barry's family. I'm so sorry for your loss. We were in PHS Class of '70 together.

March 9, 2013

Betsy and Family...We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
The Kesslers

March 9, 2013

We will miss you big guy. Rest my friend rest

Emma Watts

March 8, 2013

Betsy and family, we're so very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Neil, Em & Olly x

Dana and Brad Scioli

March 8, 2013

Lexie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Wendy Black

March 7, 2013

Betsy and family - my thoughts are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Lisette Medina

March 7, 2013

Rest in Paradise Barry, You were always a good man at heart, and you were the reason I have the opportunities today. Prayers and condolences to Jnne, Betsy, and matthew...

Dave Muscarella

March 7, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Robert Glisson

March 7, 2013

This is sad news. Barry & I were fraternity brothers at Ursinus College.
"May the Almighty comfort you among those who mourn for Zion and Jerusalem."

Vince Shervin

March 6, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Gultanoff family. May all the good memories of Barry help you at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Sherry Balber

March 6, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Gultanoff family. Cousins of Alexis and Michael

John Burnetski John Sergovic

March 6, 2013

Our Condolences to the family. The two of us have lost a great friend and council.

Bill Litvin

March 6, 2013

My condolenses to the Gultanoff family. I knew Barry way back in the 1960s. I hope you find comfort in remembering good times and good feelings together.
Bill Litvin

Marvin (Jayare) Williams

March 6, 2013

A true friend indeed whom will be greatly missed. UWMA.

Suzie Gerson

March 6, 2013

I am sorry for your loss

Hedy (Lerner) Dash

March 6, 2013

Sorry to hear of Barry's passing. We went to high school together and worship at Congregation Mercy and Truth. My condolences to his family.

March 6, 2013

With deepest sympathy.
Rhonda and Mark Dolchin

March 6, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of Barry's passing. The Gultanoff family has my deepest sympathies.
Sheila Castor. Lafayette Hill, PA

Somerman Family

March 6, 2013

So sorry to hear of Barry's passing. Our thoughts are with you. May his memory be a blessing.

Bruce Kerr

March 6, 2013

RIP from another frat brother.

March 6, 2013

Sad to hear of Barry's passing. We were fraternity brothers in Beta Sigma Lambda at Ursinus College. He will be missed. Tim Clemens

Robin Gray

March 6, 2013

I am very saddened to hear about Barry's passing. May he rest in peace.

olleague and boss.

March 6, 2013

We have lost not only one of our favorite members, but also a dear friend, RIP Barry, Sheila, and KathyO, from brookside!

March 6, 2013

Please accept my deepest sympathy to your family. Denise Bruno (Formally of Hair Concepts Plus)

Sloane family

March 6, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to all.

Donna Puskar-Becker

March 6, 2013

May you rest in peace.

Sharyn Benninger

March 6, 2013

Our cousin, Barry, will be sorely missed by all those who had the honor of having him in their lives. May he rest in peace. Our love to Jane, Lexie, Michael, Hayley, Betsy, Jeff, Jacob, Max, Matthew and Jessie. GOD bless you.
With deep and sincere sympathy,
Sharyn, Dennis, and Family

Cousin Betsy Kimberling

March 6, 2013

We are so saddened by Barry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

March 6, 2013

So sorry for your loss.
Love Debbi,Kenny,Brian and Jay Kravitz

Ray Abdallah

March 5, 2013

Barry, my friend. May you rest in peace.

Fred & Sheri Rubin

March 5, 2013

Please accept our most sincere condolences for your loss.

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