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George Barrell Obituary
George S. Barrell, 60, of Kutztown, died suddenly, March 17, 2012 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, surrounded by his loving wife, two sons, family and friends.
He was the husband of Deborah A. (Heffner) Barrell. They were married June 11, 1977.
Born in Reading, PA, he was the son of the late George N. Barrell and Betty J. (Bissey) Barrell Hill.
He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Kutztown, where he currently served on the Finance Committee. He was U.S. Marine Corps veteran. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Albright College in 1978. He joined Long, Barrell & Co., St. Lawrence in 1979.
He was a member of Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs and the American Institute of CPAs, and he held a Series 7 accounting license. He was a past president of Kutztown Rotary Club and received the Paul Harris Fellow Award, and was currently serving as the treasurer of the Kutztown Rotary Charitable Foundation.
George was a member of the Kutztown Fire Company and Kutztown Rod & Gun Club. He was a former Little League coach. George's life revolved around his wife and two sons. He was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. He was an enthusiast in all sports; skiing, golfing, tennis, hunting, fishing, and clamming with his family in Delaware. George was a helper to all. He will be deeply missed by his family who relied on him for his strength, wisdom and guidance. He was our rock.
Survivors include his wife, sons, Matthew N. Barrell, Kutztown, and Nicholas A., husband of Shannon L. (Rackers) Barrell, Hatboro, PA; brothers, Steven L. Barrell, Temple, and Scott A., husband of Toni Barrell, Fleetwood; sisters, Elaine S. (Barrell), widow of Randall C. Miller, Kutztown, and Beth Ann (Barrell), wife of Kevin M. Breisch, Fleetwood; uncle, George L., husband of Gertrude Bissey, Milton, DE; and aunt, Catherine (Bissey) Endy, Temple; seven nieces and eight nephews.
He was predeceased by a brother, David B. Barrell.
Funeral services will be held today, March 22, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. from St. John's Lutheran Church, 201 E. Main Street, Kutztown, with the Rev. Carl A. Wenzel officiating. Interment in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown, with military honors provided by Ray A. Master Post #217, American Legion, Topton. Friends may call this morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the church.
The family requests contributions be made to the George S. Barrell Memorial Fund, c/o Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., P.O. Box 292, Kutztown, PA 19530-0292. Online condolences may be recorded at www.ludwickfh.com.
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for George Barrell
Wendy Tamandl
March 28, 2012
Debbie ,
So sorry for the sudden loss of George. You and your family are in my prayers. Thinking of you.
Jennifer LaRose
March 28, 2012
Debbie...I am so sorry to hear of George's passing. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. Love, Jen
sandi cavalli
March 28, 2012
Deb,
Just found out about George's sudden passing. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
jessie and michael haberle
March 27, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to your family. We did not know George but he was in our thoughts and prayers that day.
Nancy Sawruk
March 24, 2012
Debbie,
So sorry to hear of George's sudden passing. I will miss all the good times we had on the cruise's together with you guys.Thinking of you and your family with deepest sympathy, so sorry.
March 23, 2012
Sorry for your loss! You are all in our prayers and thoughts! Brian and Kelly (Barrell) Rothenberger
Doug Wood
March 22, 2012
Keystone Businessmen Club regrets the passing of one of our active members and a good friend of the Club. Our condolences go out to George's family and all his colleagues at Long, Barrell & Co. His smile and genuine camaraderie will be missed.
Doug Wood - Treas. & Op. Mgr.
March 21, 2012
Dear Debbie, Matt , Nick and extended family,
I was so sorry to hear of George's passing. I remember him so vividly loving life and sports.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I'm thinking of all of you.
Love,
Sue Cottone
Debbie (Henry) Zaharick
March 21, 2012
Debbie,boys and Barrell family, I just found out about George's passing and am deeply saddened. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I'm sorry I can't be there at this time.
Mary Hess
March 21, 2012
Debbie and family,
I'm sorry to hear of George's sudden passing. I worked for him at LBC for 5 1/2 years. He was a great guy! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peter Mullenberg
March 21, 2012
Truly a Man's Man! We will miss him both personally & professionally...!
Roaine (Ro) Steblai
March 21, 2012
Thinking of you at this time. I may not have known George for a long time but I was lucky to know him at all. I have great and fun memories of George. God Bless your whole family.
March 21, 2012
Debbie, boys and family ~ I am ever so sorry to learn of the passing of George. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Schaeffer
Mark Diefenderfer
March 20, 2012
The folks @ LYNX Computer Technologies really loved this guy. He was the best both as a friend and as an advisor. He was our rock also and will be missed greatly!
Charlie Knoll
March 20, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of George's sudden passing. I have fond memories of growing up as George's neighbor and friend to his younger brother Dave. Dave and I looked up to George. He was a great role model. Debbie, Elaine , Steve , and Scott and the rest of George's family I pray that God will comfort you all in your time of sorrow. With Deepest Sympathy , Charlie Knoll and family.
Amy Breisch Ricks
March 20, 2012
May the light of God shine in your hearts to help ease your pain.
Jeff and Diane Barrell
March 20, 2012
Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
March 20, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about George. He was such a dedicated and honest person. George made income taxes look like a fun activity...what knowledge and expertise he had. My deepest sympathy goes out to Debbie and her family(her mom too)!
~Christine Beck, Allentown. PA
March 20, 2012
The previous message was and is from Barry & Charlene Miller I forgot to sign
March 20, 2012
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family. We have dealt with George for many many years always being a big help and support with all our CPA ques. He was a wonderful and helpful gentleman.
Diane Schmeck
March 20, 2012
My deepest sympathy is extended to Debbie, sons and the entire Barrell family. George was one of the good guys - he loved his family and community and will be deeply missed by all. He was a trusworthy advisor to me and is gone much too soon. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael & Joan Homcha
March 20, 2012
Joan and I extend our most heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and co-workers. He will be missed by all those whose life he touched.
Debbie Barrell
March 20, 2012
Debbie, Matt and Nick,
There are no words to express my deepest sympathy for you. He was a wonderful guy and will be sorely missed but always in our cherished memories. Love you guys, call if you need anything.
Gail Hawkins Hess
March 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. So sorry to hear of your loss.
March 20, 2012
Deborah, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. I worked with George when the local Chamber was formed and always respected his judgment we will miss him. Paul Lilienthal
Ron Lewis
March 20, 2012
Deborah and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with George when I directed the "B&I" Campaign at KU. He was always friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic about supporting the University. I am glad I had the chance to get to know him.
Susan Mangold
March 20, 2012
George was a good man who left us much too soon. My heart aches for you, Debbie, and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and the boys.
March 20, 2012
Deb, My deepest sympathy to you & your family. -Briana
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