Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Patrick Barry
1942 – 2024
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son Richard and daughter Elaine (Brock); grandchildren: Ashley (Jeff), Austin, Kaitlyn (Matthew) and great-grandchildren: Jake, Beckham and Octavia.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son Richard and daughter Elaine (Brock); grandchildren: Ashley (Jeff), Austin, Kaitlyn (Matthew) and great-grandchildren: Jake, Beckham and Octavia.
Patrick is also survived by his sister Bernadette (Neil), and nephews John (and family), Tim and Don (and family), as well as many extended family members across Canada, the USA and England.
He was pre-deceased by his parents John and Kathleen (nee Hickey), infant brother George and various aunts, uncles and cousins.
Patrick was born in Rossland, BC and came to Lethbridge at the age of four. He attended five different catholic schools before graduating from St. Francis Boys School.
Patrick was employed at the Lethbridge Herald for 35 ½ years, the majority of his time there was as an assistant circulation manager. His main focus was accounting for the department. After retirement, Pat continued employment with Carline Mufflers and Silver Automotive.
Pat was active as a volunteer throughout the community. He served twenty-seven years with St. Patrick’s Credit Union, 25 years as treasurer with the Lethbridge Soccer Association (a life member and defacto Chargers Club tour guide), and 25 years with the Alberta Genealogical Society (17 years as treasurer). Patrick also served as Exalted Ruler of Picture Butte Elks #268, and Chief Ranger Independent Order of Foresters Lethbridge Branch. Pat was active with both The Canadian Legion #4 Branch and the Knights of Columbus. He also called bingo with the Lethbridge 60 PWS Club.
Patrick’s gentle nature, loyalty, and unmatched acceptance of all was a true gift. Forever loved, forever remembered.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2825 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. with Sharon Hagel officiating.
Service details updated A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH – 2405 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:00 P.M. with Father Santiago Torres celebrating.
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Sending my heartfelt sympathies and prayers to the Pat Barry family. I worked at the Herald many years ago and have fond memories of a very gentle, kind man. God Bless you all during this very difficult time.
My condolences and prayers to Carol and Family. He sure lived a full life, a life well lived. Eternal Rest now Pat, you have served well.
WE HAVE KNOWN PAT SINCE 2005 WHEN AS FULL TIMERS OUR RV WAS PARKED NEXT TO THEIRS IN MAGRATH.CLOSE FRIENDS SINCE THEN.CONDOLENSES TO CAROL AND THE FAMILY
We will miss Presence at meals at Norbridge and his prayer before eating/ RIP Pat.
Dear Carol and Family: We have lost a very dear friend and colleague. We share your Great Loss and Deep Sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. We will move forward with You to Honour Pat so we too might celebrate His Life and his gracious support for all of us who treasured his Friendship. Respectfully Bev and Len Ross
I knew Pat in his role as treasurer for Lethbridge Branch, Alberta Genealogical Society and continue to be amazed by his commitment and dedication to the role for so many years. My condolences to Carol and the family.
My sincere sympathies to Carol and family on Pat's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him at the herald for many years. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. RIP Pat
I had the pleasure of working alongside Pat at the Herald for many years. He was a good man! My sympathies to his Family! Rest in peace Pat!