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Gently passed away on Thursday February 16, 2023 at Northumberland Hills Hospital at the age of 78. Beloved husband and “sweetheart” of Eira for 57 years. Loving father of Sara (Gary), Ryan (Kathy), Katie (Winston) and Aimee (Michael). Proud grandfather of Kirsty, Morgan (Rob), Dylan, Ieuan, Hunter, Rees, Carys and Molly. Dear brother of Craig (Eileen). Brother-in-law of Marion, Shirley and the late Leonard. He will be missed and remembered by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Barrie was an amazing father, not only to his own, but so many more. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Xi and the staff at Northumberland Hills Hospital for their care and compassion. A service will be held at MacCoubrey Funeral Home on Wednesday February 22, 2023 at 12 pm. Visitation will be held from 11 am until service time. A reception will follow the service. Memorial donations may be made to Northumberland Hills Hospital Chemo Clinic.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
George and I send our deepest condolences to you Eira, and your family. We remember with fondness the many Sundays we spent at The Cat & Fiddle playing darts and the friendship formed for the many years following. We are sending you lots of love.
Eira and family I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Barrie.
My condolences; Barry was always such a pleasant person.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Eira and your family at this difficult time. RIP Barrie.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Eira,Sara,Katie,Aimee and Family It has taken awhile to be able to write this but we are hurt with the loss of the most kind hearted human ever. We are all better people for have had had in our lives. Love to you all and we all feel the pain of the missing a wonderful man. ❤️
Thoughts and prayers are with you Eira condolences to you and your family.
Dear Eira and family , so sorry for your loss , thinking of you .
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Our condolences to the family, Barrie always greeted you with a smile...may he rest in peace.
Sending thoughts and prayers to all as you mourn the loss of Barrie....
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Jones Family, please accept our sincere & heartfelt condolences on the loss Barrie. Take care.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
Eira and family, Our sincerest of heartfelt condolences go out to you at this time in the loss of the love of your life Barrie! He will be dearly missed by all of us here. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Eira! Your BMO family
Praying for swift peace and comfort for the family and friends who have heavy hearts with Barrie’s passing. Especially Sara, Gary and the kids. May you all find relief and joy in your memories of him. God Bless, Frank, Meg and kids
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Dear Eira and Family, I am sorry to say l will not be able to attend today’s service but l am sending my most heartfelt condolences on the passing of Barrie. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him ! A loving wife , children and many grandchildren ! Always in your hearts , never forgotten as long as your heart beats!
My condolences to you, Eira and to your family. Barrie was indeed a gentle and beautiful person. I have lovely memories of you both while visiting Elsie and Bert at your cottage in Gores Landing. Please know that I am always here for you. Fondest Love, Annette
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Our thoughts are with you Sara and your entire family as you grieve this tremendous loss. Your dad was a wonderful man and I’m sure his legacy will live on with the memories you share and the stories that are never forgotten. A special “Tweet Tweet” to Eira. Take care, Jack and Heather
My condolences to Barry's family, Barry was a kind gentle man who gave so much to our community, as well as his family did. My heartfelt thanks to a beautiful man. Cranbrook Farm maple syrup, that Barry and Eira featured on their menu at the fiddle, we are so saddened. God bless, sincerely The Patterson Family
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Sara and Gary so sorry to hear about the passing of Barrie. We had the pleasure of being in Barrie’s company a few times and will always remember Barrie’s sense of humour. I will also remember playing golf with Barrie at Forest Glen Golf & Country Club in Naples, Florida along with his best bud and his son-in-law Gary. I am sure there are many many memories….. hold onto them and cherish them….. and Barrie will walk with you and your families forever.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Dear Eira Sara Ryan Katie & Aimee Sending you healing thoughts during this time. Barrie will be missed and always remembered. Sincerely Jeanine Clarey & Family
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
So sorry to hear of Barrie’s passing. A great man with a heart of gold. May many wonderful memories help guide you through his loss.
Sending my love and condolences to all of you Eira, Sara, Ryan, Katie, and Aimee. Barrie was always so easy-going and kind. Take comfort in all the great memories. He will be missed by many.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
My deepest condolences Eira and family during this difficult time. He truly was a remarkable man. He will be deeply missed. RIP Beej?
Dear Eira, Sara, Ryan, Katie and Aimee, On behalf of everyone at Kelly’s Homelike Inn, we are so sorry for your loss. Barrie was an industry leader and a true professional. He will be missed but not forgotten. Please accept our sincere condolences. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time.
Shocked to hear the sad news of Barries passing. My condolences to you and your family Eira. You made me feel like family when employed at the Winchester arms. Heaven has received another angel?♥️
Our deepest condolences Eira and family. So saddened to hear of the loss of Barrie.
Our deepest condolences to the family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Such a kind and gentle guy. We feel so lucky to have known him but are heartbroken to have to say goodbye. Our hearts are with the entire family this week. His memory will live on through the countless lives he touched. Rest easy Barrie.
My deepest condolences Eira and family during this sad time.
Dear, Eira, Sara, Ryan, Katie, and Aimee, I'm so very sorry to hear of the passing of Barry. Your family has many fond memories to reflect on, may they get you through some of those tougher moments. Many hugs, Eileen Sheppard and Mike Pronk
So sorry to hear of Barrie’s passing. It is very hard to lose a parent/spouse at any age. Our sincere condolences to Ryan, Kathy, Eira and the Jones family. Rest In Peace. Bob and Diane Adams
Dear Eira, Sara, Ryan, Katie. Aimee and all of your extended family I wish all strength and love at the passing of Barrie. He was such a lovely man.
I have only known Barrie for a few years and have had the privilege of being on a few trips with Barrie and Eira. He was a true gentleman and every Welsh, English and Irish publican would be proud of him and wish they could follow in his footsteps. My condolences to his family. Rest in peace Barrie, we will all miss you.
My condolences to the Jones family. An unfailingly hospitable and kind gentleman. May he rest in peace.
Dear Eira and family, so sorry to hear about Barrie. He was always such a kind and gentle man. He will dearly be missed.
Loosing Barry is a loss of a true Gentle Man. May he Rest in Peace Bill Barr
Sara, Gary and family I’m so sorry to hear of your Dsd’s passing. Sending deepest condolences. Dawn Davis
I was so sad to hear of the loss of Barry. We are from Ottawa, when we would come to visit my brother (Paul Bedford) and family, we would often go to the pub. Barry and Eira were always so welcoming and caring. Our sincere condolences to his lovely wife and their family Sue and Serge Drolet
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
To the Jones family...our sincere sympathy. We have many happy memories of times spent with Barry, Eira and family. Barry was a true gentleman and will be missed. Please accept our sincere condolences. Jim & MJ
Our condolences to such a stand up guy take care in knowing you had the best ,
Dear Eira, So sorry to hear of Barrie's passing. We always enjoyed dropping in to the Cat and Fiddle, seeing you and Barrie, such great food and service, he was a true gentleman. He will be missed. Bev and Eino
So many memories for 30 years. The most laid-back, easy-going, amazing man. So many parties, golf, a few pints. Definitely will miss you. Thinking of you Eira & family ??????? ❤️ ❤️ ?? Tick
Mike, Aimee and family, my sincerest condolences on the loss of Barrie.
To Sara Gary and family so sorry to hear this sad news sending you all our love ❤️ gone but never forgotten you will always have the memories xxxxx
Deepest sympathy to your family for your loss. May you find comfort in remembering fond memories.
Our deepest condolences Ryan and Kathy. May he Rest In Peace. ??
So sad to hear of Barrie’s passing. Sending my condolences to Eira and family.
My condolences to all of you .For such a little guy he was larger than life. He will be missed. ?
A kind a true gentleman, Barrie leaves us with memories of so many joyful moments, having a pint at the Cat, golfing, Florida trips..too many to mention. Our thoughts are with Eira, and the entire family
Eira and Family My most heartfelt condolences to you all. So very sorry to hear about Barrie. Sending hugs and healing prayers lots of great memories from the Fiddle
We’ve lost a good one. Extremely sorry to hear this sad news. My deepest condolences to Eira and the family. All of you are in my thoughts.
Eira, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family. May Barrie rest in peace.
Dear Eira and family We are beyond devastated hearing the news of Barrie's passing. He was a gentle, wonderful husband and a true family man. We are unable to join you to celebrate the life of this true gentleman but we will be thinking of all of you. Sending much love. Tony and Carol
Dear Barrie, You lead a wonderful life were blessed with a loving family, warm memories and you were loved by many. You charged through life as a true original and long will memory last in our hearts. Until we meet again, sir. Fondly, Stephen Della Casa
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
So saddened by the passing of Barrie. He was an example that many men would not be able to stand up to. He was a true gentleman that I had the pleasure of knowing because he hired me on a cold winter day! Thank you for letting me into your life, and you will be greatly and sadly missed by many?
So sorry to hear about your loss Barrie was a great man And so lucky to have a family like he did and he knew it. Rest in peace Barrie ☮️☮️☮️
Barrie will be missed by so many. Always had kind words and things to say. I'm at a loss in speaking of this. Rest in peace Sir.
Was sad to hear about Barry passing .Condolences to Eria and family.Barry was a wonderful friend over the years. Will be sadly missed.
Well Barrie, we are all at a loss with you leaving us. But, as usual, you didn't go without leaving us all something special. You left us your prized possession, your lovely family. Thank you Barrie and Rest in Peace.
This wonderful man will be missed by many, including me and my family. We spent many wonderful times at the cottage with Barry and Eira. Can’t imagine Eira without Barrie by her side. I always thought of Barry as the perfect gentleman, generous to a T. My heart is with you Eira.
My condolences go out to Eira and the family. Such a sad and difficult time.
So very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Our condolences to Eira and all the family. Barrie was always so pleasant. Besides our frequenting the Cat ‘n Fiddle, I will best remember him for his support for all our years of fundraising! Sincerely, Tom & Carol Ann
Eira and Family, Sending our deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Sara, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He will be missed by many. Condolences and hugs to you, your mother, Gary and your family. May he Rest In Peace. Barb & Tom Hall
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
My condolences go out to the Jones family at such a heartbreaking time. Barrie thanks for all the great memories, you will never be forgotten. Always in our hearts. ?????????????? Ken MacLean ???????
Sorry to hear the loss of Barrie he was truly amazing man my thoughts and prayers go out to the family and his wife they were always so nice to Kevin and I whenever we stop to say hello to them whenever we came in there to the cat and the fiddle they always were jolly and awesome may he rest in peace in my thoughts and prayers go out to you guys he is now having a drink with gay Campbell
I was very taken back this morning coming across this news. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing many pictures of Barry enjoying the good life surrounded by his family and many friends over the years. Eira, I am so sorry for your loss. So many fond memories of golfing and enjoying pints and pure laughter in presence of Barry. The world has lost a true gentleman. I will be sure to tip back a pint in your honour today my friend. Cheers,
Sending love to Sarah Gary and the wider family at this sad time. Knowing that your Dad will always live in the hearts of those he loved x
Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. Love and hugs to you all. Xxx❤️
We feel so saddened by this news. We always felt so welcome whenever we saw Barry and Ira at “the fiddle” and we will remember what a warm person he was. Our condolences to you and your family.
Eire, Frank and I wanted to let you know how sorry we are to hear of Barrie’s passing. We have many happy memories of him and all your family from our times spent at the Cat when we were in Cobourg. Our thoughts are with you and all the family at this sad time. Christine and Frank
Sara and family, my condolences to all of you. My heart goes out to all of you. So many wonderful memories of long ago . Some of my most cherished memories we made with all of you at the Cat and fiddle and in your home. Rest in peace Barrie.
Barry was a quiet sole who loved to se people having a good time. He loved the game of golf. I will miss him dearly and want to thank him for all he did for me just being himself. Rest peacefully Barry, you deserve it. Love always.
A true gentleman, remembering great times spent at "The Cat" and house parties where Deb and I created memories that will be forever cherished. Condolences to Eira, Sara, Katie and Aimee. Yn meddwl amdanoch gyda chymdymdeimlad. = Thinking about you with sympathy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be deeply missed. Such a lovely, kind man.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Eira Sara, Ryan, Katie, Aimee and the entire Jones family Such fond memories, of a great friend. Our Sincere condolences. Bill & Anita
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Sara, Gary, Eira and family, We were very saddened to hear of Barrie's passing. We remember him as a very friendly and pleasant man. Our thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time.
I am so very sorry to hear of Barrie's passing.My heart breaks for you Eira?You two had a special thing going and I hope you find comfort in all the wonderful memories❤Our sincere condolences to all of you
I am profoundly sorry for your loss To the entire Jones family; Especially Eira… my thoughts and prayers are with you ❤️
Eira, Sara, Ryan, Katie, and Aimee....Words can not express how sorry I am to hear of Barrie's passing. Please know that I am praying for you guys. Heaven gained a great guy...Cherish your memories...ox
This is such sad news, you guys have been in my thoughts the past few days but I had no idea that Barrie was ill, it breaks my ? to know that such a kind gentle soul is gone. We are sending our Love and prayers to you Eira and all the family.
I was so sad to hear of Barrie's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of a true gentleman, always with Eira by his side. My thoughts are with you, Eira, and all of the family, after such a great loss.
Our profound sympathy to all of Barrie’s Family… Eira, you and he were and still are my ideal of remaining sweethearts for a lifetime . Barrie was such a kind and compassionate man, he helped without being asked and he lifted the hearts and spirits of all who knew him. We are heartbroken , may he rest in paradise ♥️
I just ran into Barrie a month or so ago. We chatted and he was in great spirits. The times at the Cat ... Barrie you are and will always be a gentleman and a kind soul. Take care Jones family.
I’m shocked and so saddened reading this notice. Eira I’m so sorry that you have to go down this long old road. To you & the kids keep your wonderful memories close, he’ll be with you always.❤️
Our hearts go out to you Eira, Sara, Ryan, Katie, Aimee and all the family at this sad time of Barrie’s passing. He was a gentleman and a gentle man who left a footprint on your heart. Wishing you peace, courage and lots of love x
My love and condolences go to all the family. I can’t believe Barry is no longer with us. Barrie was a very special gentleman who will be always be remembered by everyone who’s lives he touched. Love you Barry ❤️❤️
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Barrie…the man who taught me how to pour a pint of Guinness!! I will always have such fond memories! My heart goes out to the entire family during this time!
Such a loss , heart goes out to all the family. Barrie was such a great guy! And so kind hearted, will always remember the smile at the Cat and Fiddle and on the golf course. Definitely will be missed, one of a kind.
OMG, Eira, I am so sorry to hear about Barrie. My sincere condolences to you and all the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ? ???
Eira and family I'm very sorry to read this news. I have enjoyed his sense of humor and great visits while cutting his hair. He was a true gentleman!
Sorry to hear of Barrie's passing. He was a lovely soul. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Dear Eira, I just first want to say to you, my heart is broken, for you to lose your best friend, husband and partner in such an amazing life. You loved and parented amazing kids, you worked together with grace and integrity, and even in tough times, loved each other so much, my most recent memory is the post from Sara, of you both, dancing in her kitchen, all my love to you all, he was pretty amazing
That’s how we’ll remember Barrie…. that and playing with our grandchildren. A kind and gentle man who along with his sweetheart, Eira, welcomed our son into their family and loved and mentored him. It’s a privilege to call them our dear friends.
Heartfelt condolences Eira,Sara and the Jones family. He will be greatly missed.
Sending love to you Morgan and your family ❤️
We are so sorry to hear this Eira. Our condolences to you and your entire family.
I'm so sorry Miss Sara, love to all, Steph
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Lion's Chemo Clinic
Our deepest condolences to the family with the passing of Barrie So many great memories
Thinking of you Eira & Sara. Our sincere condolences to you and the entire family.
I came to Canada in 1996, I think on my second day I discovered the Cat & Fiddle, but more importantly met Barry and Eira. Barry was so welcoming and was always someone I could confide in, have a laugh or just be with for.a quite beer. I have the fondest of memories, whether golfing, having a quick pint or having dinner with Been and Eira. Beej was always a thoughtful soul and he will be very missed. Love and hugs to everyone I will always have a smile on my face thinking of you Barry
Eira, Sara and all of the Jones family. I am so sorry to hear of Barrie’s passing. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. ?
As you well know I first met Barrie in 1992 and quickly developed an admiration for the care, compassion, and respect that he showed everyone that he met. I am saddened by the fact that I will not be seeing him again, but my spirits are buoyed by remembering the special soul that was the Beej we all knew and loved. I shall miss him greatly. My condolences to the whole family.
So very sorry to hear of your sad loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family xx
OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME . MANY FAMILY MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEARTS
Thinking of you Eira. Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Thinking of you all at this time. The whole family are in our thoughts
I’m so sorry to hear of Barrie’s passing. He was a great man and friend to all. Condolences to all of the Jones family. He will be greatly missed by so many.
Eria and family We are so very sorry to hear the passing of Barry our hearts are saddened you are all in our thoughts and prayers.?️
My deepest condolences to Eira and family with the passing of Barrie.
Passing on condolences to the Jones family. We were saddened to hear of Barrie's passing.