Barry, Wray Joseph
Wray Joseph Barry
With sadness and heavy hearts the family announces that Wray Joseph Barry, aged 89 years of Moose Jaw, SK passed away peacefully on Friday, October 22nd, 2021 in Assiniboia, SK.
He was predeceased by his parents, Joe and Vetta Barry; and his brother, Calvin (Audrey). Wray is survived by his wife, Helen (née: Merrick) to whom he was married for 68 years; daughter, Shelley (Daryl) Sapp; son, Jack (Debbie); 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Wray will be lovingly remembered and missed by his entire family.
Wray was born and raised in Tuxford, Saskatchewan. He spent his working life employed by the Canadian Pacific Railroad. He started with the C.P.R. in 1951 as a brakeman and retired as an engineer in July 1989 after 33 years of a fulfilling and successful career. Throughout his life, Wray’s greatest enjoyments were spending time with his family and friends, travelling, golfing and flying with his good friend Jack.
The Barry family would like to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Ross Payant Nursing Home in Assiniboia for the compassion and excellent care they gave our father. We can never thank the nurses and staff enough.
In keeping with Wray’s wishes, a Private Family Celebration of Wray’s life will be held at a later date. Flowers or donations are gratefully declined. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Jack and family, we’d like to extend our condolences to you on the passing of your Dad. He was such a fun man, always made your day better for having seen him.
So sorry to hear of your loss!!
Deepest sympathies to the Barry family.
Thought and prayers to Jack and Debbie and family on the passing of your dad. Many memories playing minor hockey growing up with Wray help coaching us Jack.
Dennis and Pam Grado
My deepest sympathy to all the Barry family. Wray always had a big smile and a big hello whenever I saw him outside cutting the grass or other yard work. He was a good “eastender”. Cherish the memories, and they will comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Our sincere condolences to the Barry Family on Wray’s passing. We hope you’re many happy memories will sustain you during this sad time.
Sincere condolences to all of Wray’s family. I worked with Wray for decades at C.P. Rail. He was always a good guy to work with and he made me laugh with his quick wit and funny stories. He’ll be sadly missed for sure. RIP my friend.
So sorry to hear of Wray’s passing my heart and thoughts go out to you Jack,Shelley and families. Sure have missed his drive by sarcasm. Rest In Peace Wray. Yours truly Beckerchuck.
Always enjoyed stopping at 5th having a chat he always had a lot to say He will be missed
Deepest condolences to the Barry Family.Rest in peace my friend.The Heaven Railway will be very busy.
Thoughts of this very Bright man, always produce a smile.
A kind friend to many Folks. His Memory will be Eternal.
Helen, Shelley & Daryl, Jack & Debbie
So very sorry to hear of Wrays passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families
Our deepest sympathies to Jack & family. Your dad was such great guy to work with. I will always remember how well he treated me when he was training me to be an engineer.
Sincere sympathies to the entire Barry family on your loss. Wray had a way of making everyone he ran across feel good about themselves. Our family thought the world of Helen and Wray.
So saddened to hear of Wray’s passing. We have such great memories of him. He was an amazing man …we know he will be missed!
Our deepest condolences to all of Wray’s family. Clayton loved talking to Wray. He was quite a character. There was always lots of laughing with all his stories.
Dear Jack and Debbie. Sorry to hear of Wray’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Muriel Morhart
Jack, Shelley & your whole family..sorry to hear of Wray’s passing…I always had the time for a chat with Wray…he had an interesting opinion, on whatever topic we landed on…he was a coach, neighbor, & friend…
Wray a social person . I received many phone calls when had health problems.you had great dad.he will be missed. Lorne & MIckey Heron
Dear Jack, Deb and Families.. Our deepest condolences go out to all of you in your time of sorrow and loss. May your memories carry each of you through this difficult time. Hugs too you all. Love Cliff and Doris
Thinking of you Helen , Jack, and Shelly and all your family at this sad time. Wray was a such a good friend to our parents and we also have many good memories of him and your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and remember to hold all those amazing memories close to your heart ! From Bev Calanchie and Deb Street
Wray was a Presence on the Eastend always had time for a chin wag when walking by or a wave and a Great Smile.
Dear Helen, Shelley, Debbie, Jack, and Families
I am so very sorry to hear of Wray’s passing.
I knew him for so many years from when we were at Prince Arthur right through all of the years we were in business.
He would often stop by the shop just to say Hello and have a visit with myself and Bob.
I know you will have lots of memories to remember him by.
My deepest condolences to you all.
Rest in peace Wray.
Sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to all of the Barry family.
Dear Helen and Family, Our deepest sympathy on your loss. When I worked at Sears with you, we met your husband, Wray, only to find out he’d gone to school in Tuxford with my Mother, Roberta, and her other ‘McCoy’ sisters and brother. I loved hearing his lively version of the stories he’d tell about those times when they were all so young and full of mischievousness. Throughout my years of growing up, my parents, Bill and Roberta Gardner, would occasionally meet up at a function and then afterwards speak so highly of you both and how they’d had such a wonderful time. Don and I will also miss having our fun exchanges at the end of the Warrior’s games while walking to our cars in the freezing cold. We shall never forget those memories and shall cherish them always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May Wray rest in peace!!!
Dear Helen, Shelley and Daryl, my sincere condolences in the lost of a wonderful father and husband. I always felt so welcome in your home, such joy was always present. May your memories surround you with the love your father had for you all.
Condolences to the Barry families on Wray’s passing. He was a pleasure to be with on the golf course, always joking around and having fun. Wray will be missed by all of us who were fortunate to know him.