Obituary of Ronald BARRY

BARRY, Ronald J. BARRY, Ronald J. of Port Dover, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 in his 76th year at Norfolk General Hospital. Cherished and devoted husband of Donna. Loving father of Rebecca (Becky) Blake and Joe, Elizabeth (Beth) Barry and Alain St. Laurent and John Bradley (Brad) Barry and Trudy, and grandchildren Laura, Leah, Heather, Samantha Lovell and Wes , Veronica, and Matthew. Great-grandfather of Emily and Tyler. Lovingly remembered by Jason, Aimee, Krystal and Christopher. Will be fondly remembered by his aunts, Blanche, Verna, and Annie Marie. Predeceased by his parents Leo and Hazel Barry. Ron was a life long resident of Port Dover. He was involved in many organizations and clubs over the years in support of the community including the Volunteer Fire Department and Minor Baseball. After his retirement from the Region of Haldimand/Norfolk Ron and Donna loved ballroom dancing, their Road Trek, their Florida home, and travelling the world. He took pleasure in tending his garden, and fishing with his grandchildren. Ron will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the Port Dover community. Friends are invited to meet with the family at THOMPSON WATERS FUNERAL HOME, 102 First Ave., Port Dover (519) 583-1530 on Sunday, September 27, 2009 from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. A Service to Celebrate Ron's life will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, (Market and St. George Sts.) Port Dover on Monday, September 28, 2009 at 2 pm. Father Kendall Reimer officiating with remarks by Firefighters Chaplain, The Reverend Frank Walker. Internment Woodhouse Cemetery. If you wish to make a donation, chosen charities are Lung Cancer Canada or Norfolk General Hospital. On line condolences and/or donations can be made at www.thompsonwatersfuneralhome.ca