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Rev. Kevin Michael Barry

1933 - 2024

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2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Brenan's Paradise Row Funeral Home

111 Paradise Row

Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

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2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Thursday, October 3, 2024

Brenan's Paradise Row Funeral Home

111 Paradise Row

Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

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12:10 pm

Friday, October 4, 2024

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

91 Waterloo Street

Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

(506) 653-6820

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Elward & Phyllis McMackin Family posted a condolence

Thursday, October 3, 2024

Condolences to the Barry family on the passing of Father Kevin Barry, our former priest at St Alphonsus Parish, Hampton. Being of Irish Heritage, we always enjoyed his quick Irish wit and sometimes were treated to a tune on his harmonica. A very spiritual person, his special gift for public speaking always kept the attention of the parishioners as he gave his homilies without script, always speaking from the heart.Rest in peace Father Kevin. Sincerely, Elward & Phyllis McMackin Family

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Donna and Eckart Schroeter posted a condolence

Thursday, October 3, 2024

My heartfelt sympathy to all Fr.Kevin’s family members. We first met in 1962 while attending a YCS ( Young Christian Students) National Conference at Assumption University in Windsor, Ontario. Fr.Kevin had brought four students from St.Dunstan’s Parish and I was one of 4 students from St.Vincent’s Girl’s High School. He made a strong impression on me at that time. We reconnected in 1977 when we moved to Rothesay. Fr.Kevin had the gift of calling people’s gifts forward and empowering them. He and Sr.Doreen McGuire were a team teaching, guiding and encouraging others to be their best. He was a visionary that brought life, joy love, music and laughter wherever he called home. What an honour to visit him at Embassy Hall where he said, “ please tell everyone to call me “ Kevin”. Our community has been blessed by Fr.Kevin’s presence. He will never be forgotten. Thank you, “ good and faithful servant” for the many ways you have touched our souls. God bless your family as you mourn and grieve. Donna Schroeter

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ellenrobart@hotmail.com posted a condolence

Thursday, October 3, 2024

To the many members of Father Kevin’s “Barry Clan”; We send our sincerest sympathies as you bid farewell to your dear uncle/great uncle Father Kevin. May you be blessed with the knowledge that Kevin’s love filled, spirit filled and faith filled “Barry Roots” nourished him every day of his life. Kevin was and will always remain an inspiration to all who were blessed to experience his Presence among us ....”God’s People”. He understood and responded to “The Call” that would revolutionize the Catholic Church after Vatican ll. In 1978 the people of Saint Mark’s, a newly formed and young faith community were blessed to welcome Kevin and Doreen as our first pastoral team. There are no words to describe those early years of our Church, we were living and being the Church Pope Francis is encouraging us to be today ...... Kevin was a visionary and the Spirit of the people of Saint Mark’s were rooted in the words that Father Kevin believed and lived throughout his priestly ministry “you the people, are the Church”. Thank you Kevin, Thank God for you The Wind Beneath Our Wings Love, Ellen and Maynard Robart Fly high Kevin, fly high above the sky

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Jeanie McKibbon posted a condolence

Thursday, October 3, 2024

I am so sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing. He was an inspiration in so many ways – his brilliant intellect, spiritual insights and deep compassion were gifts that he shared generously. He and Sr. Doreen McGuire were a pastoral team unlike any I have ever encountered; their work together had a profound effect on my spiritual journey and that of many others. I am so very grateful. I extend my sincere condolences to Doreen, to Kevin’s nieces and nephews, and to all who were touched by the life of this truly good man.

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Eileen Palmer posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Eileen, I am sorry to read that your brother has passed. He sounds like a remarkable man. I think about you often and hope you are well.

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Laura posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

My deepest condolences to Father Barry’s family. I attended Saint Anthony’s church in Upham . Father Barry was well loved by his congregation. He will always be remembered fondly. Prayers for his family. From Laura Lammers

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Five Sons Video and Convenience Ltd and Cool Zone posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Father Kevin Barry's family. Such a wonderful man, loved by many. Our deepest condolences to all the family, as you mourn the loss of Father Barry. We are so sorry for your loss, from the staff of Five Sons and Cool Zone

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Wendell Black posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Our sincere condolences and prayers to Father Kevin’s family !

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Sylvia Watson posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Always remembered as compassionate kind and caring.Thanks for always being there for everyone at St. Marks ,hope to meet again someday...

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Mary Ann Wyllie posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Father Kevin Barry was a dear friend of mine many years ago when he served at St Dunstans Church in Fredericton. I thought so much of him that I named my son after him. He truly was a wonderful person and I know he will be missed. God bless you Father Kevin Michael Barry, rest in peace.

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Kristie posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

My deepest condolences to Father Kevin Barry’s family and friends. Growing up in St Mark's Parish, I have many fond memories of my early formation years with Fr Barry and Sister Doreen. God Bless.

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Jannette Jarvis posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

To Family of the Late Rev. Kevin M.Barry, My first encounter with with Rev. Kevin when I would attend Evening Prayer and I think there were only three men in the choir of women.. He would attend Saturday Night at the 5:00 Mass at Our Lady the Assumption along side Sister Doreen McGuire.. Your God took your hand as He saw you were getting tired and said " Come Follow Me" and you so in 1933 and again 2024.. Rest Easy Good and Faithful Servant. Associate of the SCIC Jannette Jarvis.

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Sue-Ellen Davis posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Thinking of you Joe, Tara and family during this sad time. Sending you our condolences, and prayers. Ken&Sue-Ellen Davis

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Tricia (Watson) Foley posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Sincere condolences to the Barry family, friends and all who knew him. Father Barry was there for many when our faith journeys began at St. Mark's. He was always kind and compassionate. We are keeping Father Barry in prayer.

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PercyJesso posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Sending My Condolence from Percy Jesso and my crew at Percy's Home Improvements, he was a wonderful man, he will be missed.

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Tuesday, October 1, 2024

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Condolences to Father Kevin's family. He was such a wonderful priest and special person. One of a kind. At Saint Alphonsus I learned so much from him. He was always smiling.

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Anne Hourihan posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

My condolences to Father Kevin Barry’s family. He was a special person and a forward thinking priest. Loved going to mass in Upham with him. He was one of a kind and always left me with a message to think about.

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Barbara Stillman posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

I have so many treasured memories of Fr Kevin who was so incredibly more than my Pastor! He was a very cherished friend. In the most difficult years of my Life, Kevin listened, comforted and gave me strength to continue on. Not once when I called Him crying did He ever say I am busy or this is not a good time. So many special times at His cottage as every summer He loaned me His cottage for a weekend with my family. Kevin, I can only imagine the Wonder that you are seeing now as you witness all the Lives you gave Comfort, Support and Strength without Judgement. My Grandson Cameron always called Kevin, Uncle Barry. What a Sign of God’s Love for all God’s children you were! Never forgotten! Barb Stillman and George Stillman

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Mary Gallagher Osmond posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Please accept my most sincere condolences on the passing of Fr. Barry. Fr. Kevin taught me and my siblings Catechism at St. Dunstan's school and became a good friend of our family throughout the years. May he rest peacefully.

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Father Stanislas Paulin posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

To Father Kevin's Family - and close associates, including Sister Doreen McGuire, SCIC who accompanied Father Kevin, as a team, in his wonderful ministry throughout the years: The Parishoners of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Rothesay mourn the loss of Father Kevin who was such a presence to the People of the Kennebecasis Valley, and indeed, to the Diocese of Saint John. He has contributed so much to the RC Church, in the Spirit of Vatican II. May he rest in peace. A brother Diocesan priest, Father Stanislas Paulin, Pastor Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Rothesay.

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Coeby Kilpatrick Posted Oct 1, 2024 at 5:05 PM

They were a team 100%, when I think of Father Barry, Sister Doreen always comes into my thoughts as well. Sending condolences to her, alongside anyone that was close with Father Barry.

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Pauline Lynch posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

With Deepest Condolences… Thoughts and Prayers as you mourn Father Kevin Barry. May God welcome him to the Heavenly Banquet and Home. Patricia Lynch Broemeling and Pauline Lynch…

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Tuesday, October 1, 2024

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ruth Eileen Galloway posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Father Barry has been part of our family's journey for many many yrs. He was an extraordinary man, family friend, councillor, and more. He helped our family in our ups and downs and shared his wisdom and kindness. Fr. Barry will be truly missed but his memories will always be in our hearts. My condolences to his family.

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Donna Tanfara posted a condolence

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

My sincerest condolences to the Barry family and all who had the good fortune to know this wonderful, special and unique man of faith. For me he was pastor, mentor, teacher and friend, always encouraging and supportive of all my endeavours. He brought me back to my roots in the Catholic Church and I will forever be grateful to him. “Well done good and faithful servant… enter now into the joy of the Lord”. Rest in peace Fr. Kevin.

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Angela Posted Oct 1, 2024 at 2:24 PM

Perfectly said Donna He had such a way about him, his presence was so special, may he rest peacefully Angela

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