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Barry Hancock Obituary
He was born in Meriden on Feb. 12, 1947, a son of the late Allen and Ethel (Meloney) Hancock.
He worked as an auto salesman for many years until retiring. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, and enjoyed playing the guitar and shooting pool.
He is survived by his siblings, Warren Hancock and his wife, Mary Jane, Robin Ganley, Charles Hancock and his wife, Karen, and Kimberly Childs and her husband, Peter; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Melanie.
There are no calling hours and funeral services will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St., Ext., Wallingford.
For online condolences, visit www.wallingfordfh.com.
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Janet Denison
May 2, 2018
My condolences to the Hancock family for your loss. I will remember Barry's searches for the perfect silk threads as a world class bamboo rod restorer lured by Orvis to lead fly fishing tours, a runner in Boston Marathons, and being a giving, generous, and special friend. Peace be with you Hanes.
Larry Goldfarb
April 18, 2018
You were a true friend, with a heart of gold, enjoyed all our times together, will be greatly missed ... See you in heaven one day, hope there is good fishing ... Larry Goldfarb
April 17, 2018
Sincere sympathy to the family. I remember him from growing up in Yalesville and living next to his grandparents.
Diane Hintz
April 16, 2018
Our sympathies the Barry's family. We were neighbors on mountain view road. Peggy Sousa Fellegy
Chet Mrazik
April 16, 2018
He was such a nice guy always enjoyed a good party. Sorry to hear this sad news RIP
Phil Wielgosh
April 15, 2018
Barry and I fished together as kids, and long time friends. I'll miss his laugh.
Cynthia Pomerleau
April 15, 2018
Kim, I am so very sorry to see that your father has passed. I am sending prayers to you and your family for strength and comfort in the days ahead...
Franz Kremzar
April 14, 2018
It was sad news hearing of Barry's passing but am sure Dave and Sarah greeted him into eternity R.I.P. old friend and find us some great fishing holes in the life after!!!
Martha Brown
April 14, 2018
My deepest sympathy and prayers to Barry's family. May he RIP.
Jackie DelGreggo Fritz
April 13, 2018
My sincere thoughts and sympathy to Barry's family An old childhood friend who I had many laughs and good times with. Seems like yesterday I danced with him at a class reunion! Rest in peace. Fond memories...
Pat Tower
April 13, 2018
Love your humor always made me laugh rest in peace you will be missed
Judy Inguaggiato
April 13, 2018
Barry you were a great guy shared many laughs over the years. Rest in Peace
Wayne Wood
April 13, 2018
Kim, Chuck, Warren, Robin, our sincerest condolences to you all. May he rest in peace.
Georgette Streeter-Benson
April 13, 2018
condolences to Barry's family. He was a great classmate.
James L. Barnes
April 13, 2018
so sorry. Another class mate gone. Class of 65
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