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Barry Shepherd September 20, 1938 - May 8, 2023

Date of Funeral

May 13, 2023

With heavy hearts we are sad to announce the passing of Barry “Shep” Shepherd, who passed away peacefully at the Dryden Regional Health Centre surrounded by loved ones on May 8, 2023.

Barry was born on September 20, 1938, to Almon and Pearl Shepherd in Dryden, ON.

He grew up in Dryden and attended Albert Street School and Dryden High School.

In 1962, he married his loving wife Birte “Bobbi” Schmidt and went on to raise two sons Chris and Andrew.

Barry worked for the Dryden Paper Company working his way up to camp foreman. In 1974 Barry left the company and became a Safety Inspector for the Ministry of Labour. Barry was an entrepreneur at heart and left the Ministry of Labour and began his journey in business. He started several businesses that are still in Dryden today including one of Dryden’s landmarks, The Chip Box.

Throughout his life Barry enjoyed many hobbies such as sailing, traveling, gardening, cooking and bee keeping. Barry’s passion of history lead him to being a part of the Historical Society of Dryden. He loved to educate and share the family genealogy with his children and grandchildren.

Barry was an elder and a long-standing member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Dryden.

In his retirement Barry enjoyed carving, cooking, gardening, and raising pigeons.

Predeceased by his parents; Almon & Pearl Shepherd, siblings; Peggy Reid, Keith Shepherd, and Doreen Cox. Survived by sons; Chris (Janice) and Andrew (Vanessa), grandchildren; Sam (Tyler), Michael, Morgan (Corey), Emma and Nick (Lyla) as well as 5 great grandchildren, his sister and brother in-laws and several nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be posted at www.dcfh.ca

 

Arrangements entrusted to the Dryden Community Funeral Home

249 Grand Trunk Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2X3

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 11:00 am at Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Dryden with Pastor Michael Montague officiating.

Interment will follow in the Dryden Cemetery.

Condolences(12)

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    Bill Vincent says
    May 10, 2023 at 5:39 pm

    We are saddened to hear of Barry’s passing. He was a gentleman and a good friend. He will be missed.
    Bill and Susan Vincent

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      Minna Aitken says
      May 11, 2023 at 3:59 pm

      Barry’s kindness towards me when he first started dating my sister Bobbi created a lifelong bond of friendship. I treasure the memories of the annual family reunions that only stopped when health issues became a problem.
      It is wonderful to see Barry’s exceptional entrepreneurial spirit being carried on in sons Chris and Andy and with his grandchildren.
      The world feels like a lonely place without Barry and Bobbi.

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    Glenn Stewart says
    May 10, 2023 at 7:18 pm

    I’m sorry to hear of the loss of Barry. He was a great person, was always nice to be and gave me great advice.
    Glenn

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    Tom Fortier says
    May 10, 2023 at 10:56 pm

    Our thoughts are with you Chris, Andy and families. Lots of great memories living beside you guys on Park Cres. Tom and Pam Fortier

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    Ted McInnes says
    May 11, 2023 at 4:22 pm

    To Chris and family
    My deepest condolences at the passing of your dad.
    He was a great man and will be thoroughly missed.

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    Vaughan Cochrane says
    May 11, 2023 at 9:35 pm

    My condolences to Barry’s family,particularly Chris and Andrew. I have many fond memories on board various boat and discussing many a business idea. RIP Barry.

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    Freda Cheslock says
    May 11, 2023 at 10:41 pm

    So sorry to read of Barry’s passing. He was always a pleasure to be around. He & Bobbi were genuine awesome people. My condolences to Chris, Andrew & families

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    Deb Leonzio says
    May 13, 2023 at 2:27 pm

    My sincere condolences to Chris, Andy and families for your loss. I have many fond memories of living on Park Crescent and the fun times spent visiting with neighbours like Bobbi and Barry.

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    Jodie Leonzio says
    May 13, 2023 at 4:59 pm

    So sad to see that Barry passed on. Our old neighbour from Park Crescent. Condolences to Chris and Andrew. (Families).

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    Wayne Aitken says
    May 16, 2023 at 6:06 am

    I will miss you Barry, and our long discussions over your wrong political views. May your rum be plentiful and your steaks rare my friend.

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    Wayne Aitken says
    May 16, 2023 at 6:19 am

    I will miss you Barry, and our long discussions over your wrong political opinions. May your rum be plentiful and your your steaks rare my friend.

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    Danielle & Ron Kennedy says
    May 19, 2023 at 2:37 am

    Our sincere condolences to Chris, Andy & Families. We were saddened to hear of the passing of Barry. It was always a pleasure to see him, we had some great conversations over the years. He was a great man that will be missed.

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In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 175 Cecil Ave., Dryden, ON P8N 2X6 or the DRHC Palliative Care Department, P.O. Box 3003, 58 Goodall St., Dryden, ON P8N 2Z6

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