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Barry Smith Obituary
He was born Aug. 20, 1955 in Wilson Borough, Pa., a son of the late Robert and Edith Sterner Smith.
Barry was a 1974 graduate of Delaware Valley High School and served in the U.S. Marines during the time of the Vietnam War. After being discharged from the Marines, Barry worked at various jobs. He was last employed by Crossroads Harley Davidson in Coopersburg, Pa., where he worked in the service department until becoming disabled due to a motorcycle accident.
Barry was past commander of American Legion Post #399, Ferndale, Pa., and a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America, Doylestown, Pa. He was a member of the Riegelsville Kiwanis Club and the Lopatcong, Milford and Ottsville Fire Companies. He was a member of the Chapel of the Four Chaplains in Philadelphia and St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Ferndale, where he served on the council and as a Sunday School teacher.
Barry loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He enjoyed coaching all of his son, Sean's, sports teams and playing Santa in all different capacities including motorcycle Santa.
He will be missed by his son and daughter-in-law, Sean and Holly; his grandchildren, Jada, Sylvia and Xander; his friend and former wife of 23 years, Joanne Smith; his brother, Robert; his sisters, Anna Marie Kunkleman, Lynn Paonessa and Estelle Leopold; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services and interment in Nockamixon Union Cemetery, Ferndale, Pa., will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Legion Post #399, P.O. Box 26, Ferndale, PA 18921.
Robert W. Snyder Funeral Home,
Riegelsville, Pa.
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Jim Moore
May 4, 2020
I knew Barry through the VVA 210 Chapter in Doylestown. He was always there to do whatever needed to be done. We all shared some great times back in the 80's and 90's and Barry was always ready to help in any way he could.
R.I.P. Marine. Semper Fi Barry.
Pete and Sherry Kondrosky
April 30, 2020
My wife and I, BOTH former USAF Sergeants, and former members of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #210 (we moved north later) knew Barry from attending Chapter meetings, and working with him during the many chapter fund raisers and working/serving the Chapter's Thanksgiving dinner for (homeless) veterans at the senior center in Doylestown, PA.
We visited with him at the hospital too, sometime after his motorcycle accident, and also met and spoke with his wife Joanne and son Sean over the years.
Barry was a true friend, loved his family, and spoke of his time spent in the Marine Corps. with very fond memories.
A Hand Salute to YOU, and RESPECT, to our good friend, former Marine Barry Smith.
He will be missed.
Semper Fi, and Rest In Peace, my Brother.
Pete and Sherry Kondrosky
Sheila Romano Silfies
April 30, 2020
I am so sincerely sorry. My heart and prayers go out to the family during this time of mourning. May you all find peace knowing that Barry is watching over you.
Howard Boss
April 29, 2020
I am saddened to hear of your family's loss. Barry was a classmate of mine, kindergarten through high school, and we became close in high school. Hold his memory close to your heart, and may the lord above see you through these tough days.
Michael Altemus
April 28, 2020
Mike and I will always remember the New Years spent watching movies and falling asleep on the floor at our house. We all had a lot of laughs!
RIP Barry! Hugs to Joanne, Sean and family!
Vince Tophoney
April 28, 2020
R.I.P. Barry So sorry to read of your passing. Condolences to your family .
MICHAEL MESCAVAGE
April 28, 2020
As combat brothers and defenders of our nation;
We salute our comrade who, as we have,
sacrificed much more than many can understand
to keep this nation a free nation. It is he who fought
and paid a price which so many have not done.
We of the Military Order of the Purple Heart
offer our deepest sympathy to you,
the family of our fallen comrade.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this time of sorrow.
He will no longer have to suffer the wounds
of battle or of life . For he has now
found peace with his God.
In remembrance of our fallen Patriot,
Officers and Members:
Department of Pennsylvania
Military Order of the Purple Heart
Michael J. Mescavage, Cdr. Ret.
Bill Fair
April 28, 2020
So very sorry Sean, Joanne and family was always nice having you as neighbors, Barry was a great guy
Denny Sterner
April 28, 2020
Were so very sorry. Your dad was a wonderful man. We will deeply miss him. Our most sincerest sympathies. All our love. ❤❤
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