Barry Ernest Gisslen
January 24, 2014
Barry Ernest Gisslen, 69, passed away January 24, 2014. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 10395 University Ave. in Clive, IA.
Barry was born on May 28, 1944 in Rockford, IL to Elizabeth and Ernest Gisslen. He married Janice Johnson and together they owned the Stride Rite Bootery in Valley West Mall. Barry was very active in the community, as well as with the Boy Scouts.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Janice; his children, Gretchen (Eric) Vigil, Kathy (Al) Zuccarini, Dan (Keri) Gisslen; grandchildren, Barry, Joey, Jacob, Crissy, and one on the way; brother, Nick (Jane) Gisslen; and sister, Barb (Carl) Jackson. Barry was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for a permanent memorial at Frontenac State Park. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Pete and Janet Bergeland
01/27/2014
Our prayers are with the Gisslen family, friends through Faith and Scouting. Barry was a selfless servant of the community and will be missed by many.
Rusty & Dianna Hand
01/27/2014
R.I.P. Barry. GOD has answered your prayers to bring you to him. May your family find peace through this transit. Our hearts break for our friends, your precious daughter, Kathy and her husband Al Zuccarini ! Prayers to you all.
karen seidl
01/26/2014
To the Gisslen family! Knowing Barry and Jan thru Scouts, Truly lived the Scout motto and gave unselfishly of their time and talents. Lifting you up in prayer.