Our Beloved Ken...

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Hello Dear Friend,

It is with heart wrenching sadness that I am writing to let you know that our beloved Ken Barry passed away on Saturday, July 22 (his birthday!) after a short but fierce battle with cancer.  These pictures were taken in Colorado, where we rallied to attend his daughter Heathers wedding!   It was a magical day, where he was totally present to the love and joy of the moment.  He gave a monumental speech, Ken Barry style and danced with Heather to "My Wish"  by Rascal Flats.  He went to sleep that night and never regained consciousness.  Such a beautiful love story that he waited till his daughter was married......

Some of you are not on Facebook, where we have posted pictures and updates. Below you will see his obituary. 

We are hosting visiting hours today, Thursday the 27th and Friday, the 28th in the evening at Camp Azalea.

We are also planning a celebration of life for later in August, stay tuned for the details.

Thank you for your continued love and support during this very difficult time.  For all of us are loosing such an amazing man!  We will always remember Ken and his beautiful open love that he shared with the world!

 

Hugs and Love,

Martha and the Barry family

 

 

Heather and her Dad

 

 

 

Kenneth Michael Barry born on July 22, 1950 returned to his maker on July 22, 2017 Ken, a kind, forgiving, steadfast soul, brought love and light into everyone's lives. All who knew Ken were touched by his optimistic outlook and his huge open heart. Ken was passionate about skiing, motorcycling, cars and his kitties, Jack and Ziggy. He was as committed to his friends and family as he was his sobriety, proudly proclaiming that AA gave him everything that was good in his life. The epic journey to heal his aggressive cancer took him from Mexico to Oklahoma and after a 9 hour ride, concluded at his daughter Heather's wedding in Colorado with a monumental speech and gorgeous father daughter dance. This ultimate goal and final wish were accomplished with divine intervention from the lord above. In lieu of flowers please send your generous donations to the Bill W. House in Dorset, Vermont. He is survived by his loving wife Martha Russell Barry, his three children Sara Barry, Christopher Barry and newly married Heather Campbell and the twinkle of his eye granddaughter Cameron Barry. He is also survived by his sisters Eileen Hogan & Joanne Ebrecht any many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held at the home of Martha and Ken (Camp Azalea) on Thursday, July 27th from 4 - 7 pm and Friday, July 28th from 5 - 8 pm. 11 Azalea Dr., Andover Ma 01810 A Celebration of life is planned for later in August - stay tuned for more details. 

 

If you have 7 minutes to watch this video link below - It's of our wedding three short years ago - Have tissues ready!

 

https://vimeo.com/110702412

Martha
508-735-8896