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Barbara Barry Obituary
ITHACA - Barbara A. Barry, 76, of 200 Confer Drive, Ithaca, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2009, at the Hospicare Residence. She was born in Auburn, New York, daughter of the late Bentley and Ellen Atwood Craw.
Barbara was a lifelong member of the American Legion Post 221 Ladies Auxiliary.
Survivors: daughters, Sharon Bennett of Ithaca and Deborah Gesin of Ithaca; sons, Brian (Sandra) Barry of Candor, Jason (Fran) Barry of Auburn and Francis J. (Amanda) Barry III of Spencer; 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; also three sisters, Joellyn Miles, Judy Cristantiello and Jane (William) Dineen. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Francis J. Barry Jr. (April 21, 2004).
Funeral services will be celebrated by Rev. Leo Reinhardt on Monday, August 17, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. at Bangs Funeral Home. Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Graveside services will be held at Danby Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Hospicare, 172 E. King Rd., Ithaca.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Barry
jody Boronkay
August 20, 2009
Dear Sharon, Brian, jimmy, Jason and Deb,
My heart aches for all of you! The memories are many! From camping to Auburn and our friday night parties...my wedding prep...my mom, my second family! I'm sitting here now with my ice tea made just the "Barry way". How I can picture mom B. working tirelessly into the night making our prom dresses or dancing at the friday night parties. I will treasure all the endless love and memories I had the honor of experiencing with her. I am a better mother today because of her love. I will be there beside you in my thoughts and will pray for all of you. I miss you all and thank you for sharing your mother with me and so many other children.
Love Jody Davis Boronkay
Michael Buckley
August 19, 2009
To the Barry's,
I am so very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I have many good memories of Barb while I was growing up. My thoughts are with you all....
Nicole Makepeace-Krauss
August 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I have only wonderful memories of Barb growing up she was a wonderful women. May God bless the family and give them strength during these trialing times.
Rollie & Roberta Barnett
August 18, 2009
To the Barry family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Reenie Kirby
August 18, 2009
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I have many fond memories of her. One that always make me smile is of her and your Dad dancing in the living room smiling at each other. They made it look so easy! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
August 17, 2009
To the entire Barry clan;
Barb was loved by many and will be missed by all. May fond memories of her comfort you now, and always.
What is remembered, lives on.
Love,
Cindy & Mike - Kiefer & Jess
Renee Cism
August 17, 2009
To the Barry Family;
I was so sorry to hear of Barbs passing. She and Frank were very good friends of my parents (Lyn & Trudy Cism). My families thoughts and prayers are with you through this grievous time.
Jeff and Debra Ann Jordan
August 16, 2009
Jeff and I want you to know how sorry we are. We loved your mom. We have many fond memories of her. She was a great lady! And will be missed by all who knew her. You are in our prayers.
We love you!
August 15, 2009
To the Barry family I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Had many of good times with Bud and Barb over the years. Andy Lashomb
Rick Clark
August 15, 2009
Jason and the rest of the Barry family
I am so sorry to hear of Barbs passing.
It seams funny to call her Barb because all the years I knew her she was Ma Barry to me. I think that say's it all. Keep the great memories of her close to your heart always as will I.
Cynthia Edens
August 15, 2009
Sharon,
Just learned the news about your Mom. I am so sorry. I think of you and your family often and will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Cynthia
Michael Escalante
August 15, 2009
Sharon:
Linda and I offer you our deepest condolences from the depths of our hearts on the homedgoing of your mother, Barbara.
"I will instruct you (says the Lord) and guide you along the best pathway for your life; I will advise you and watch your progress." Psalm 32:8 LB
God has His eyes on you and is very interested in you.
God Bless You,
Michael and Linda Escalante
Karen Terry
August 15, 2009
Sharon and family,
Your Mom was a wonderful woman.It was a honor to have known her.She had such a great sense of humor. We laughed together,shared conversation and prayed together.She is with Jesus now,and no longer in pain,and awaits you all one day. She will always be with you in you heart and sweet memories. Know I am with you and you are in my prayers.
Love,
Karen and Vince
Terrilee Daryl Buckley
August 15, 2009
To all of the Barry Family
We are so sorry to hear of your mom's death.We have many happy memories of all of us together growing up.Our start in life.We may have several thousand miles between us, but you are often in our thoughts. Daryl will be up around the 1st of Sept. and was planning a vist with you.
Know you are in our prayers and you are not alone at this time. We are sad and crying with you. It is a hard thing when you loss your mother "" mom "". Please give your hearts time to heal, everyone is different.
Love to all
Terrilee & Daryl Buckley
Doreen Henry
August 15, 2009
Joellyn, Judy and the Barry family: She is home she is a peace. Our love and prayers are with you and yours at this very difficult time. May your memoires always bring you comfort. Love Roger and Doreen Henry
Ike and Betty
August 14, 2009
To the Barry family. . . We are so sorry to hear that your Mom passed away. Reading all the guest book entries makes us know she was well loved by family and friends.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dad Armstrong and Betty
Roger Buckley
August 14, 2009
To the Barry kids,
I was shocked to read the paper and hear that your mom has passed asway. As you know your mom and dad were always special frinds of Carrilee and myself. We as families enjoyed many great times as you and our kids grew up. She and your dad made a lasting impression. I will always remember them and keep them in my prayers.
Roger
linda palmer
August 14, 2009
To all the Barry fanily..
I am so very sorry about your mom's passing...and also sorry, we never got to have that lunch we talked about at Chilis...We had some GREAT times, both your mom and all you 'kids'. and the auburn family also..... It was a great time in Danby, I sure do miss that...
Bud and Barb are up there dancing away
They were the gratest..Love to all ...
May God Keep You all safe...
God Bless... your friend,,(aunt)
linda Vincent Palmer
August 14, 2009
Sharon:
I'm so sorry about your Mom. We had such good times with her. My thoughts are with you.
Kathy Apgar Boyd
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Tamme Egan Suggs
August 14, 2009
Sharon, I am so sorry to read about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Even though it's been over 33 years since I've seen her and you, I often think of all the fun times she helped us to enjoy at your house.
Janie Brewer
August 14, 2009
To all the Barry Kids, our hearts go out to you, but now the best couple on the dance floor are together again in Heaven. We love you and are thinking of you Love Janie and Eddie
Ann Swartwood
August 14, 2009
sharon, i'm so sorry about your mom, she was a very sweet lady. i grew to love her in the short time that i got to know her. she is going to be missed by alot of friends.you both were supper neighbors.
Betty Conger
August 14, 2009
To the Barry family,
As a friend from the Legion Auxiliary I want to extend my deepest sympathies to the family. I have fond memories of Barb and the luncheon parties at her house. What a cook! & a friend that I will dearly miss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless,
Bill Edwards
August 14, 2009
Brian and Sam and family,
I am really sorry to hear of Barb passing away. I remember some really good times with her and frank during horseshoes. I never could beat him even if he shot left handed. He was good. He always had a smile or a joke to say. And Barb was just as good. They made a great team and good times were had by all. God bless you all and may the Lord heel yours hearts with joy and comfort.
Bill & Sue Edwards
Candor, New York
Dwayne Snyder
August 13, 2009
oh sharon !! my god that was really a blow I've wondered about you alot over the years, and just was'nt able to find anything out about you , then this first bit of information is of your moms passing! I'm so very sorry . your parents are the best, kathy apgar and I talk of them as well as you all the time .
my heart is crying out to you girl!!!
Dwayne snyder 408-417-5206
Karen Miller-Kenerson
August 13, 2009
Debbie, Sharon and the Barry Family
I am so sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. I have many fond memories of her from Rainbow. May your many memories of her support you in this sad time.
Barbara Butcher
August 13, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Please take peace in your memories. Barbara will stay one of my favorites! Barbara (Hospicare volunteer)
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