ILSb/ICBB Mourns the loss of one of its own...

[Master Olivier Pratt]

PRESS RELEASE
May 10, 2011
For immediate release – Please cross post as appropriate

International LeatherSIR, Leatherboy & Community Bootblack mourns the
loss of one of its own…
It’s with a very sad heart that ILSb/ICBB mourns the passing of one of
our own, Western Canada Producer Master Barry.
Barry passed away peacefully with his partner Ron by his side after a
brave battle with Brain cancer.
Barry was known to many in the leather community as Master Barry, he
was a devoted Leatherman who loved the energy and the dedication to
family and honor that came with being said Leatherman. He was a
teacher and mentor to many locally and internationally.
Barry devoted his life to his family, friends and his teaching, as an
educator he gave of his time, energy and love to his students and
faculty colleagues.
He was a proud member of Calgary’s gay business community as an owner
of the Calgary Eagle, a dream of he realized with his partner and
friends. The Eagle became a gathering place for many in Western
Canada, known not only for its welcoming staff and patrons but as much
for the fabulous meals that Barry created, Sunday dinners, special
events, the burgers during Pride, the buffets he put out for the
judges and contestants at every contest that was hosted there. Barry
opened his home and his heart to visiting Leathermen and women from
all over.
He loved his garden which was an oasis of calm for his family and
friends.
Barry will be missed by those who knew him for his laughter, smile and
humour as well as his dedication to those he loved. He touched many
on his journey and for that his memory will be cherished and
celebrated.
International LeatherSIR, Leatherboy and Community Bootblack is an
annual event produced by Past, Present, Future LLC a non-profit 501c3
organization. Our mission is to produce educational events and
opportunities with a primary focus on service and continuation of our
community. All event details and information can be found on our
website – http://www.leatherSIR.com or questions can emailed to our
Public Relations Officer and Board Secretary: Olivier Pratt at
Olivie...@leatherSIR.com