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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved Father, John Barrett, 79, born on June 7, 1936 and passed away on July 13, 2015. We will remember him forever.

July 31, 2015
July 31, 2015
Kathy and Kristie,
Your dad always had a twinkle in his eyes and a joke to be told. I have fond memories of him and Uncle Joe teaching me horseshoes on Hamlin Ave. I also have a picture of me around 3-4 years old with a beer bottle in my hands, an unlit cigarette in my mouth, wearing cowboy boots. You know the two of them posed me to get a rise out of my mom! Strange that my mom is the last surviving Barrett child. Alzheimer's prevents her knowing of Helen, Peg , Cush and your dad's passing these past few years.
Having just lost my dad, I know how difficult this transition will be. A father's bond with his daughters is very special. Take care of each other and know we (Bob, Betty and Nancy) share your loss.
July 30, 2015
July 30, 2015
I wanted to send my condolences for your loss of Mr. Barrett. Nothing that I could ever say could heal the pain that you feel, but please know that Psalm 34:18 is certainly true with you - no matter what you face. I just wanted to share that with you and I hope that you take care of yourselves.

Garrett W.
July 26, 2015
July 26, 2015
About three weeks ago, John was already with me in sprit. I had to take the road test to get my license renewed. I am of that age. Some 45 years ago, John, my neighbor took me, a young mother to Elston Avenue to take my first driving test. On the way home, he bought me coffee to celebrate. John was a good neighbor.
July 20, 2015
July 20, 2015
I will never forget My Uncle John he was such a loving caring man . He lived his Daughters and all his Family. He always tried to make people smile and happy and that he done well. . When we were kids be always came at Christmas time to our house dressed as Santa it was so funny cause us bigger kids at the time always knew it ed Uncle John because he forgot to take his gun and holster off..Uncle John was a cop for years for Park Ridge.He was such a loving husband, father.brothet. xxx on.uncle.friend..R.I.P. Uncle John gonna miss that beautiful smile. . Now your reunited with Aunt Nancy. Lil grandma grandma My Daddy and all your love ones that have passed. . Love You with all my heart. .. Your niece Mary

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July 31, 2015
July 31, 2015
Kathy and Kristie,
Your dad always had a twinkle in his eyes and a joke to be told. I have fond memories of him and Uncle Joe teaching me horseshoes on Hamlin Ave. I also have a picture of me around 3-4 years old with a beer bottle in my hands, an unlit cigarette in my mouth, wearing cowboy boots. You know the two of them posed me to get a rise out of my mom! Strange that my mom is the last surviving Barrett child. Alzheimer's prevents her knowing of Helen, Peg , Cush and your dad's passing these past few years.
Having just lost my dad, I know how difficult this transition will be. A father's bond with his daughters is very special. Take care of each other and know we (Bob, Betty and Nancy) share your loss.
July 30, 2015
July 30, 2015
I wanted to send my condolences for your loss of Mr. Barrett. Nothing that I could ever say could heal the pain that you feel, but please know that Psalm 34:18 is certainly true with you - no matter what you face. I just wanted to share that with you and I hope that you take care of yourselves.

Garrett W.
July 26, 2015
July 26, 2015
About three weeks ago, John was already with me in sprit. I had to take the road test to get my license renewed. I am of that age. Some 45 years ago, John, my neighbor took me, a young mother to Elston Avenue to take my first driving test. On the way home, he bought me coffee to celebrate. John was a good neighbor.
Recent stories

Oh, that laugh!

July 13, 2022
I heard that deep chuckle in a dream recently. Warm fuzzies for sure. Love and miss you!!

Santa John

December 24, 2018

It’s Christmas time and, of course, some special memories of our very own Santa come to mind. My brother Tim’s kids, my daughters and, of course, John and my sister Nancy’s girls all have stories about Santa John. That booming “Ho Ho Ho” and genuine love for the part he played resonated not only with the family but with countless kids who visited him every year toshare their Christmas wishes. Heck, the adults would climb on his lap just to share a laugh.

Merry Christmas, “Santa”. We love you!!!

The Eternal Optimist

July 23, 2015

John lived life with a glass half full.  He always seemed to be in a good mood and was quick to laugh or make a joke.  I will miss that about hIm and what I admired about him the most.  He also had a good singing voice! Not sure if people knew that about him.  He would sometimes join me when I was practicing my songs and I was pleasantly surprised by how rich it was :). 

I love you and will miss you John.  Thank you for being like a father at times to me. 


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