Larry W. Barry
November 25, 2017
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Larry Barry, 71, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2017, at his home in Des Moines. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 30, 2017 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. A Masonic Service will follow at 7:00 p.m.
If you met Larry, you were his friend. He had an innate ability to connect with people, assuming the best in everyone and accepting them for who they were. Larry was a proud grandfather, father, and loyal friend. He played weekly cards with the same group for over 30 years. He also appreciated classic cars and enjoyed traveling. Larry was a true entrepreneur, always excited to explore new opportunities.
Larry was born, February 27, 1946 in Fredericktown, PA to Margaret Benci and Steven Barry. They both preceded Larry in death along with his first wife, Jean Dorazio Barry. He is survived by his children, Jim, Michelle (Jesse Nemeth), Dan (Anne) and Dave (Jamie) Barry; his grandchildren, Mabel, Oak, Ava, Lillia, Jaxson, Asher, and Alice; his brother, Steve Barry; and his former wife of 24 years and life-long friend, Elaine Barry.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Justin Logsdon
12/16/2017
My deepest sympathies to the Barry family. Hearing the news today, I'm in complete shock.
Larry was a great guy and would go out of his way to help or give advise on anything.... no matter how big or how small!
Respectfully-
Justin Logsdon
bill gay
11/30/2017
my condolences to all the family. larry was a great guy. he always had a smile & a good word to say..you may be proud he was yours !!
Shelley Ewing
11/30/2017
My deepest sympathy to Larry's entire family. He was loved by all.
Fly with the Angels my friend until we
meet again
Yvonne Rigler
11/30/2017
To the Barry children & grandchildren. Your in my thoughts and prayers in your sudden time of loss. Just know he is watching down on you.
Terry and Nancy Brauch
11/29/2017
We are so sorry for your loss. We remember the good times we had with Larry and the family at dinners, pool parties and of course the Clive festivals. Larry was always friendly and a friend to everyone. We pray that in time the family will get the comfort they need to get through this difficult time. Remember all the great memories you have as that will help you get through the days ahead.
Jim Barry
11/29/2017
So many wonderful memories... so many that cannot be condensed into a few short words. I'm thankful to each and all of you who express your love and grief. I speak for all of us in the family on this. Larry, Dad, Grandpa is going to want us to celebrate, not cry, not be consumed by mourning. "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6 Dad was blessed at my baptism this past Sunday. LB is in a good place. jim at jbarry.org
Debi & Wayne Cosper
11/29/2017
Larry, I will always remember your sweet smile, I will miss the kiss on the forehead and your friendly hug each time I seen you, you will continue too be my favorite person! It made my day when I worked in the kitchen at the Rock Star Everytime you came in, and I would make you food...So many joyful happy memories of you will never leave my heart & mind, I will also miss cleaning your house!! My Deepest sorrow too your family, Larry always spoke of his wonderful Children & his Precious grandchildren and really enjoyed going to see all of them... your DAD was the GREATEST EVER
Pup Lund
11/29/2017
He was best man at my wedding 42 years ago. I have sat the last couple of days remembering all the things we did as kids and again as adults. I will miss you Snooky.
Julie Partee
11/28/2017
My deepest sympathy for Larrys Family and Friends. I am going to Miss him Dearly. I am at a loss for words just talked to him a couple weeks ago. Too soon to lose such an All Around Great Man. He shared a picture of himself with his daughter at a World Series game in L.A. Very Proud Father and Grandfather. Keeping all that Loved Larry in my Thoughts and Prayers God Bless
Jo McCord
11/28/2017
Dear Dan and Annie.......I am so sorry for your loss. ......Dan, I know well the particular feeling of loss when a parent is gone. The love and support of your family and time passing will help support you....take care for you all......Jo
Deb McWilliams
11/28/2017
R.I.P. Larry, you will be greatly missed by so many people. I don't think you ever met a stranger, you didn't friend. My deepest sympathies to your family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Spread your wings and soar.
Nancy Ritz
11/28/2017
Such a wonderful man. He will be missed by so many. I will never forget him giving me the yellow thunderbird to drive for two weeks. Mike was at camp for the Air Guard. I was working at the bar that night and he came in to visit me. He asked where Mike was and I told him. He knew I loved that Yellow Thunderbird. He asked me for my car keys. I of coarse handed them to him, it's Larry why wouldn't you. He handed me his key's to his baby. He said you drive that for two weeks like it's yours. I was in shock. A couple of day's later I am crossing tracks downtown coming home from work very gently and slowly. This white jeep flys up behind me and honks. My finger went straight up ( top was down) at the person behind me. My phone rings I answer and Larry says you working at the bar tonight? Yeah I am working. Then he says why did you just flip me off. We laughed about that every time we seen each other. One of many great memories. Fly high my friend. My deepest sympathy to all his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Teneshia Spears
11/28/2017
I love you and you will be missed.. thank you for being YOU and showing me that Good honest people DO exist..!
Debbie Roe
11/27/2017
I am so sorry for the family of Larry. He was s great guy and friend. I will miss him dearly
Keir wilson
11/27/2017
Larry was one of the greatest and smartest people Ive ever met and he will not be forgotten Much love for him and the whole Barry family prayers fly high from here