Condolences
What more can we say about a truly genuine man whose caring nature touched everyone who had the opportuinty to know him. The service was touching and gave you a better understanding of why he was loved by so many people. Jim and I knew Barry for many years, I always had a good laugh when Barry was around. Barry loved all club events and was a willing participant in all fun events. Jim had many good laughs over the years that Barry served on the board. BA and the girls truly had a great husband and father.
With loving thoughts and memories
Sharon and Jim Sherlock
Allison and Family, My most sincere condolences to your family. We have all lost a gem of a human being. Barry was funny, kind, honest, down-to-earth, and a true gentleman. I loved conversing with him - on any subject, but what always struck me as special was his genuine interest in others, and his unique ability to see the best in whomever he interacted with, and his love of humour and making the best of any situation. I can hear his infectious laugh right now! He is, no doubt, telling jokes and living it up in heaven right now. I wish I could have attended his Celebration of Life, but regardless, I will cherish his memory and friendship forever. Many hugs to you and your family.
My deepest condolences to Barry's family. The Celebration of his Life was a true celebration of a life well lived. Barry was one of the first Landmen that I met when I started in the oil industry. He was always there as a mentor and as a lively and entertaining lunch partner. If it was time to catch up on what was going on in the industry Barry was always the first call..... you got it all fact, fiction, opinion, humor. He was an all around Nice Guy!
Phil Haugen
My Uncle Barry…
I will always remember the genuine joy you saw and felt the moment he greeted you. He always made you feel like you were the most important person in the room when he wished you hello, asked about how things were going or was cracking a joke, that you maybe did, or didn’t get. The best of all, was that he was already in on it chuckling away to himself before he ever made it to the punch line, so you were laughing regardless of the quality or your understanding. And that laugh, I hope to hear that laugh forever in my memories, it was genuine, mischievous and just so contagious. You never walked away from uncle Barry without a smile on your face, and joy in your heart. He was our Uncle “Bear”, he fiercely loved his family, was the life of the party, a competitor whether belting out his line in the annual 12 Days chorus, dancing with BA to the Crocodile Rock or on the tennis courts. He was the life of the party and legendary in every way that counts. We’ll love you forever Uncle Barry.
-Giuliana
I will always remember Barry as a kind and ethical mentor who was always willing to lend an ear. We had many lunch hour conversation covering so much. The service today highlighted the love of family and friends. He will be missed.
To BA and the Rowe Family,
How sorry we are to hear of the passing of Barry.
I worked for Barry back in 1981 at CanAm Land, also going on to Maverick Land and he was a great person and friend to work with during that exciting time in the land business. My husband also knew Barry through work as well and although many years have gone by we reflect fondly on those early years working with him, always energetic and positive who strived for excellence in serving his clients and in mentoring those working with him.
I will always remember when he performed the “worm” on the dance floor.
Barry will be always remembered in our hearts and we extend our deepest sympathies to your family.
Love from Kim and Doug Reid
I was fortunate enough to get to know Barry a little through our connection in the oil and gas industry. We shared a love for tennis and some golf on occasion. Barry had such a wonderful sense of humour and always made me laugh at his endless repertoire of jokes, I don't know how he remembered them all. He also had so many wonderful stories to tell and kept me fascinated and wanting to hear more. I am sorry to be unable to attend tomorrow as away in BC, but will be there in spirit remembering the great times I had with Barry. My very sincere condolences to his family!
Barry was a wonderful person and I am so very sad he has passed. Barry's folks, Paul and Viv, were great friends of my own folks and we all grew up together on Riverdale. I still well remember the Sunday hockey games played at the old Strathcona rink with all the parents and kids in the neighborhood (including the Macky's) and the great get togethers thereafter. Barry and I reconnected when Mom died and the family made a visit to Calgary. We spent a lot of pleasant time together talking of old memories, present doings and future plans. It was great seeing him then and I had hoped to see him again this summer. Godspeed on your big journey Barry. You deserve the very best.
Betty Ann and family
Sincere condolences on the passing of Barry.
A fine athlete and a fine gentleman.
John L. (Larry) Holloway
Dear Betty and family,
Although we didn’t know him personally, except for a few holidays in Idaho, we wish to offer our condolences to you and your family. He has obviously left a huge foot print in your life together and as a father to your children and to all who were fortunate to have him as a friend or part of their family. Toby remembers fondly playing golf with Barry in Idaho and when Toby would hit a great shot, Barry would say:” What a guy”. It’s funny the things we remember but still a nice memory.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Toby and Monique Lawrence
Parksville, B. C.
I played football with and against Barry. He was a tough competitor and great teammate. As fellow landmen we often commiserated about our days competing in sports. . He was a great man. I have
a lot of respect for all his accomplishments in life.
Rick Orman
Ron and I are so sorry to learn of Barry’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Ron and Jan Brenneman
Dad,
My formidable foreman.
I “caught your drift”.
The best compliments I’ve received in my life have been in the past few days.
That “I’m like you”. Even little Molly said I’m the girl version of uncle Barry.
There are so many memories to cherish everyday forever.
I’m so glad you are my dad.
There won’t be a day that I won’t love and think of you.
We’re all so incredibly sad that you’re not a neck massage away. But you’re forever in our hearts.
Xxxxxxoooooo Alllioop
Uncle Barry
Fun loving and always up for a laugh, whether in the car with the license plate signs to flash at other vehicles or cracking jokes that if I'm honest, I didn't always get but laughed anyways because well it was Barry.
Prankster extraordinaire, especially to newcomers to the family with the famous pinky finger.
Encouraging, particularly when I thought I had a good Betty Boop impression, not sure it was actually that great but you made me believe it was.
Excellent sloppy joe chef.
Best excuse for male pattern baldness ever. Whenever I see a bald man I still wonder what helmet requiring sport caused that hair loss. And to this day my favourite picture of you is the one with Alfred and your matching hair dos.
Competitive and yet always a good sport even when you lost a beach race to your adolescent niece.
Always a sportsman and a key player in the tennis-baseball game organising at the lake.
Only one I trusted to not intentionally dump me off the tube.
Always showed genuine interest in what someone was up to in life. Loved a good discussion about business with my other half.
The main reason I am still known as The Pest to this day. You certainly helped keep that nickname alive and I love it.
We will miss your smile, your laughter, your jokes and that mischievous glint in your eye but most of all we will miss your presence.
Love always,
The Pest
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Uncle Barry -
When we first met I sometimes wondered ‘wow, is this true?’ – whether it was a story about how you were in the Calgary Stampede tyring to saddle wild horses or football stories which led to helmet hair and a twisted pinkie finger. As I got to know you better I began to understand that yes these are true stories (sans helmet hair) and that these stories shared some of the characteristics of Barry Rowe. Tough, gritty, humorous (ref helmet hair) are some of the clear outward characteristics that I will remember. There were also some subtler characteristics that I will cherish. How you played and joked with the younger generation in our family. How you prioritized and cared for our family and family events. How you cared for each family member by actively listening and engaging in ‘what is going on in your life?’ type of questions. And it is within this last question where you and I connected - Often it was football, golf, oil and gas, or politics and these conversations often led to broader reflections about life. I will always cherish the memories of the moments we had together and will forever miss your perspective and guidance.
Barry Rowe, you always filled the room you were in and we will always miss your presence but one thing that will never change is that we will always love you.
Love,
Kevin Flynn
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Betty Ann - Beautiful tribute to a beautiful human. His life was cut too short but Barry was lucky to have been surrounded by you and your beautiful girls. Sending love to you all.
Your word’s have captured Barry’s self perfectly. We loved him dearly and will always miss him .Love to all the family . Will see you soon.♥️
Penny and Wayne
May the joy of your wonderful memories one day overshadow the pain you are feeling now. My deepest condolences to all the family.
Betty Ann I am so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bonnie Way
I have had the extreme good fortune of being Barry Rowe’s friend for 75 years, 4 months. We were toddlers together, shared pre-teen and teen years together, became adults and grew old together. We chased girls together, drank beer together, hunted, fished together, played and watched sports together. We argued with each other, and we confided with other. We vacationed with our early families together and we and our wives travelled many times together. There are many, many more memories we have shared together. I will miss him profoundly for the rest of my days. Good bye old friend.
There are not enough words of condolence that can be expressed. Mr Rowe was an incredible man which I have been blessed to have known for over 30 years being my best friend's dad. There's a lot of history and so many memories that I will hold forever. Thank you for them. You have and will always be my favorite person. Rest in Love and Until we meet again. Love Sue-Rose
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