Gilray, Barry Alexander
Barry Gilray of Meaford passed away peacefully with his wife by his side at Chapman House Hospice in Owen Sound on Monday, December 14th, 2020 at the age of 77.
Barry was born on September 1st, 1943 in Flesherton, Ontario. He was a son of the late Alexander and Irene Gilray.
Barry was the much loved husband of Margaret Gilray (nee Breadner). He was the proud father of Cindy and her husband Jason Proulx and grandfather of Erica and her husband Mike Tudisco, and Andrew Poirier.
He was the dear brother of Elizabeth Curtis of Georgetown Delaware, USA, Celia and her husband Barry Auchenbach of Lewis Delaware, USA, Lee and his wife Anita of Annan and will be remembered fondly by their families and by the Breadner family.
Barry started with Clarksburg Hardware as a well driller. He worked at several jobs including Ormsby Concrete. In 1965 he started working for the Town of Meaford as the Road Superintendent; he later became the manager of the Public Works Department for the Municipality of Meaford and held this position for 40 years until his retirement in 2005. After his retirement, Barry continued to work with his good friend Laverne at Rogers Enterprises and also worked part–time at Ferguson Funeral Home. He was a member of the Knox Presbyterian Church, a volunteer Fireman, a life time member of the Kinsmen family, and also a member of the ‘Association of Ontario Road Supervisors’. He was a very proud supporter of the AA Program and has overcome many challenges in his lifetime. Barry was always there to offer guidance, support, a friendly smile and even a story or joke. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends, and his kindness will never be forgotten.
A public visitation will take place at the Ferguson Funeral Home in Meaford on Thursday, December 17, 2020 between 9 am – 1 pm. Please call the funeral home at 519-538-1320 on Tuesday or Wednesday between 9:30am and 1:30pm to schedule a time if you would like to attend the public visitation. Friends are welcome to remain in their vehicles and safely park along the side of Denmark or Aiken Street on Thursday at 2 o’clock to honour Barry as we process to Lakeview Cemetery in the horse drawn hearse that Barry made a special request for many years ago. A private service of committal and interment will take place at the cemetery. We appreciate your patience and assistance as we follow the Covid 19 rules and restrictions to keep everyone safe.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Residential Hospice Grey Bruce ‘Chapman House’ would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca
Details
Public Visitation - Ferguson Funeral Home in Meaford between 9 am – 1 pm. Please call the funeral home at 519-538-1320 on Tuesday or Wednesday between 9:30am and 1:30pm to schedule a time if you would like to attend the public visitation.
Private family service of commital and interment at Lakeview Cemetery in Meaford.
Monday, December 14, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family. My sincere condolences at this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Barry, his generosity, kindness, and sense of humour. He had a huge, but quiet presence in the community and will be missed by many. Hold you memories close and find comfort in them at this difficult time.
Monday, December 14, 2020
So sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. I have some great memories of him over the years. Condolences Marg and Cindy.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg and Cindy and family sending light and love your way. He will be missed by so many. I will always remember his grin.
Monday, December 14, 2020
To Marg, Cindy and Jason, Erica and Mike, Andrew. I am so sad for all of you with the passing of Barry, a husband, father and grandfather. He was so loved by his family and by so many friends. Barry will be missed but memories of a wonderful person will remain.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg and family, our deepest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time. It was always great to visit with Barry always with that twinkle in his eyes and laugh. He will be deeply missed.
Les and Heather Robertson
Monday, December 14, 2020
Marg and Cindy. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.
Monday, December 14, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family. Our sincere condolences on the passing of Barry. He will be greatly missed by many members of AA. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Merv and Ellie Smith
Monday, December 14, 2020
Marg & Cindy….please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Barry. Thinking of you and your family.
Kate Shakell & Janice Shakell-Wilson
Monday, December 14, 2020
Marg and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Barry gave so much of himself to his community, he will be greatly missed.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg, Cindy and Family.
Please know that our thoughts are with you at this time. Barry was truly one of a kind. His Big Heart and Smile will be missed by many.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
My heartfelt condolences to Marg and family. This is such a great loss to everyone who had the privilege of knowing Barry. Mostly, I will remember our annual fall trips to Thunder Bay, our conversations and the good times we shared.
Jim Jenkins
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg: Our sincere sympathy at this very sad time. He put up a good fight . It has been a very hard time for you and Cindy during Barry’s fight and our hearts go out to you. We have very fond memories of times with Barry and I don’t know if he and Jim ever did get those wells all straightened out. Know that we are thinking of you and are here for you. Jim and Coreen
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg & family: Sincerest condolences from the Ainley family and all at Ainley Group. The room always turned a little brighter when Barry arrived for a meeting or company event, including Good Roads. He was good company, a good friend and a good man. You are in our thoughts.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and Jason, Erica and Mike, Andrew and to all the Gilray and Breadner families I send my deepest sympathy. Barry was a kind and loving person who was always ready to lend a helping hand. He will be missed but all these wonderful memories will endure. Remember, don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.
Love to you all, Fran
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family our thoughts are with you, we will always remember the good times we had camping at picking by the pond, and hunting trips,
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg and family. I did not know Barry well but what I did know was he was a very caring and
Kind man. Afriend to many people. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family. Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Barry was a very special friend and a mentor during our many years of Kinsmen and working together on municipal projects. He will be missed.
Mike, Rose and family.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, you are now in charge of everything that he showed us as kinsmen. He shared whenever he could and that brings back smiles that will go on forever. No doubt special kind of guy. Jim and Sharon Gray
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
So sorry for this loss in your and your family’s life. He will be missed by so many others as well. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg and family
Thinking of you at this most difficult time. Cherish all the wonderful memories you have. They will help to carry you through the sad and difficult times. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Sandra & Randy Pyatt
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family
I am so sorry about Barry’s passing. He was a true gentleman and I will miss him greatly at AA. Please know you’re in my thought and prayers
Suzann Gill
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Our condolences Marg, Cindy and family in the passing of Barry. Barry was such a well known, personable and beloved person for his involvement in so many areas of Meaford and beyond. In the past few years, I had several opportunities to work along side of Barry at Ferguson Funeral Home. I always enjoyed chatting with Barry, while we worked. We never lacked in having a good conversation of something to make us both smile . Somehow, I feel like I knew Barry, better than I actually do, thanks to great fun stories I heard from others. May the comfort of the wonderful memories always be with you as we keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Rick and Verna Hindle
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person.
From Neil Lambe, Colleen Mills, & family
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg and family, so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing, it made me reflect on many rides to Meaford that Barry would give to Celia and I when you two were dating.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg, Cindy and family. Sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. We will remember his sense of humour and many good times.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family. Thinking of you all at this sad time. I will always remember Barry as a kind and caring guy with a great sense of humour. He will be missed by many. Sending love to you all❤️
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg and Family
So sorry for your loss. I remember Barry in the one room schoolhouse at Vandeleur, as well as fond memories of meeting during camping seasons, and dances in Meaford. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Leona Kirkpatrick and Don Sieffert
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
So sad and sorry to hear of Barry’s passing I remember our great years on Gardiner Street as neighbours and Barry was so helpful and good to us my love and prayers to you all and especially to you Marg during this time Love and God Bless Sandy
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg and Family. Our sincere sympathy in Barry’s passing. He will be missed by many, we had a lot of good times together . Our. Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg.
We would like to offer you and your entire family our deepest and most sincere
condolences. May Barry Rest In Peace.
Sue & Orville Boyd
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and families.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you know that he was the best husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law and friend to many.
Dianne McDonald
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy & family our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We will remember the good times we had with Barry. I will sure miss my hunting buddy and friend. Gord & Teryl Sewell
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and families,
Our sincere condolences on Barry’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg my heartfelt condolences on the loss of Barry. What a great man you had there. A big guy with a great big heart and a even bigger smile. I think back often on all the times we spent together and the many laughs we shared. My heart is saddened at yet another loss of one of the good ones. Sending much love and hugs to you and your family. My thoughts are with you Marg. Kate
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Our deepest sympathies, Marg, to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers shall be with you.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg,Cindy and family, we are all saddened to hear of Barry,s passing,he was so kind and thoughtful and loved by many,he will be missed but his memory will be a blessing.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg & family…Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Barry was an awesome person. Orville was very fortunate to have worked with him.
Orville & Donna Brown
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg, Cindy and families,
We wish to express our deepest condolences. Barry was a fine man. We appreciated his many acts of kindness and generosity. His appreciation for country music and the steel guitar were particularly appreciated by Ken. We have many fond memories of times spent together. We have smiled often at your shared story of Barry meeting Dolly Parton! The memories of our time spent together will remain cherished by both of us.
While we no longer live close by, please know Marg, that you are in our thoughts during this most difficult time.
Kelley & Ken Coulter
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg and Cindy—so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. He did fight a good fight and he was a great guy to work for and with. He will be missed by so many. Rest in peace my friend.
Sandy & Terry
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
My condolences to Margaret and Family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sadden to hear of Barry’s passing. It was a privilege to know him. He was a great friend and colleague. Fond memories of our MEOA trip to Europe and AORS events. I will miss his smile and giggle of laughter.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
We still have all the good memories of the Easter (fishing) weekends of many years ago with Mum & Dad & Marg, Cindy and you. Our prayers and thoughts are with Marg, Cindy, Jason and family. May God bless you
and Rest in peace. A good brother-in-law. Don & Eloise
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family:
We are so very sorry for your loss . Barry was an amazing guy and we have many fond memories of his fun, generous and genuine spirit. Sending much love your way from Dave, Myrna and family
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Ross & Isabel Schultz
Marg, Cindy & Family, our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. We had so many good camping times with you and Barry at Mountain Top & Picking By The Pond. Those memories will last a life time.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Our condolences to you an your family Marg. I had a lot of good times with Barry in the fire department. He will be missed. He did a lot for our comumity. Rest In Peace Brother
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Our sincere condolences to his family. He was a treasure in the Town and will be greatly missed
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg , Cindy and family so sorry to hear about Barry but it is good he is not suffering any more and is finally at peace God Bless you all
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
My sincere sympathy to you and your family. I spent many good times with Barry and the rest of the coyote hunting group. Our thoughts are with you.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family,
Our community has lost another great one! Barry was always there to help out with his big kind heart and big smile. Terry has great memories of Barry from their days on the fire department. Our thoughts are with you. Terry & Diane
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg and Cindy, we have lost another great one. Barry was one of the best men of this town. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Jennifer & Shawn
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg and Family,
We are so sorry to lose such a great member of the community. To us, Barry was a calm, controlled and capable man. Such a friendly fun person to be around and we will will miss him at our camp outs. It’s hard not to feel such sadness, but at the same time feel such joy that we got to spend time with him.
Love Dan and Darlene
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. May God give you comfort in knowing that he is free of pain. He will be missed in the Meaford community
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family our dearest condolences as I read some of the message sent to you I realize just how many people loved and respected Barry. As Kate Grant said lost another good one. We will miss him and his sunny disposition. Our thoughts are with you.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Brian and I would like to offer our condolences on Barry’s passing .Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family !
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg and Cindy, Our sincere condolences on Barrys passing. He had a great sense of humour, always smiling. He will be missed by many. Carl & Mary Adams
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg, Cindy and family
We are very sorry to hear about Barry. He was a good guy, quiet, kindhearted, always spoke and had a smile for you. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Isabelle and Bill
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Dear Marg & Cindy and Family:
So so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. I have so many memories of him. Such a contagious laugh and the town has lost a terrific person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lois & Family
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg and Cindy and family so sorry about Barry’s passing but he is now at peace he did lots of good work and will be missed by alot of people take care and God Bless
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Dear Marg Cindy & family so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing great neighbours. Our deepest condolences thinking of you at this difficult time. sincerely Ross & Sherry
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
On behalf of the members, directors and staff at the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors, we offer our sincere condolences to Barry’s family and friends. Not only was Barry a proud member of AORS, but he served as our President in 1981. Rest in peace Barry.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Thank you , Barry , for your big smile and a hug before a meeting ; for your eggs and sausages, toast and jam ; and your quiet support in tough times . You helped many many people and were a terrific example of the program in action . You will be missed .
With love , Barb
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Dear Marg and Family,
I got to know Barry’s huge heart full of compassion, love and caring with our much-loved community of Bill’s friends. His smile is what captured my heart because it expressed his kindness and loving-spirit. His quiet wisdom, smile and sense of humour will be dearly missed. He loved you all so much. I am so sorry for your loss.
Debbie P.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg and the Gilray family…..Deepest condolences from Doris and I.
Barry was a great community guy, and an important staff leader and mentor back when the newly formed Munic. of Meaford was taking shape. His input was apparent in nearly all departments, and his abilities left improvements in them all
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this trying time take care Marg.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Dear Marg, Cindy and family,
Please accept my sympathy on the passing of a wonderful man. Tom enjoyed working for Barry and with him at George Mackey`s. You have always been a great wife and support to Barry.
Ruth
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Harold always enjoyed having a chat with Barry at the Beaver Valley K40 dinners.
He will be missed by so many.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
He was a valued member of our program – a kind and gentle man; with the humour and the words to help us put things in perspective. He will be missed in the rooms.
Our prayers are with you.
Cathryn and John R
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg & Family
My sincere condolences to you. Barry was a fantastic fellow who always lent a helping hand to those in the community in both his work and personal life. Quick with a smile and always in good nature, his sparkling personality will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with you.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg, Cindy & Gilray family: We are so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Thinking of everyone during this difficult time. Many fun times at Kinsmen & K40 functions and enjoyed chatting with Barry & his family when they would be at his mom & dad’s when they lived across the road from us. Cherish the memories! Gary & Sharon Long
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
My sincere condolences to you Marg & your family. He fought hard to stay with you & you worked hard to keep him. Bless you all for knowIng he is in a good place & out of pain.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family: Thinking of you during this difficult time, but so many memories to cherish of all the fun times he had making others laugh, share in his friendship and guidance, contributing to the community and of course all those Kin family shenanigans! He will be missed but always remembered fondly, take care, Deb and Gene
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Dear Marg & Cindy
So sorry to hear that Barry has passed away.
Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Ron & Barbara Hutton
Markdale
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg and Family: We are very sorry in the passing of Barry. He was a great person an a real friend to all.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
So sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
He left behind many good memories.
Paul and Barb McMullen
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg and family. So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers xxoo
Helen Scott
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg and family: So sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Always enjoyed our visits at the Mountain Top Jam, as short as they sometimes were. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Paul & Donna Hutton
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
We are sorry to learn about Barry’s passing. Our prayers are with you.
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Marg,Cindy and family: So sorry for Barry’s passing ! He was an inspiration too so many people. Barry was there for me and my family in our worst time. I looked up to Barry as a mentor and friend. My father Barry J. held him in high regards as so many friends have.
Rest in peace brother kin, you are so missed. Brad Johnston.
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Marg, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Barry’s knowledge, sense of humour and patience will always be remembered and appreciated. Clarence & Margaret thought very highly of Barry.
He will be missed by all.
Thursday, December 17, 2020
So sad to lose one great friend in Barry. Lynn and I have great memories of Barry
especially at the music concerts and road super functions where we had many a good laugh. You tried to keep us on the straight and narrow. Offer our condolences to Cindy’s
family. Stay strong as I know you can be and we will get together when we return home.
Lynn and Ken Fromager.
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Hi Marg. So sorry to hear of Barrys’ passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. Take care of yourself in these difficult times. Colin Kent.
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Marg Cindy and family. I will miss a good friend, kinsman and k40 member. Enjoyed all our talks and get togethers over the years. I will remember all the goods times we have had. Thinking of you in this difficult time. God bless.
Gerald and Sandra Eagles
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Marg and family
Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences to Marg, Cindy and all extended family members of Barry’s. He was a wonderful guy and will be sorely missed. I started school with Barry in Vandeleur when we were 5. Our families were lifelong friends. Glenn met Barry when they went to Road School together in Guelph.They also had many good times together thru their road related careers. Barry will always be remembered as the guy with the big smile who was always ready to lend a helping hand. Our thoughts and prayers will be with his family in the difficult days to come
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Marg and family, so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Evening Marg :
Just heard of Barry,s passing !
So sorry for your Loss !
Have roomed with Barry at Guelph university while attending road school.
Have enjoyed Marg & Barry’s company at many AORS meetings.
Jane & I send our best wishes.
Ron Gelderland CRSS
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Dear Marg and family, God bless you and comfort you at this time. It is never easy to let go of the ones we’ve loved, and the memories we’ve created can never be erased, and may your memories bring joy to your heart. God bless you and your family. love Diane Lenz
Friday, December 18, 2020
Marg and family,
So sorry for your loss , Barry always had a smile and friendly word for everyone .
Your memories will help to comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Sending my condolences to Marg, Cindy and family.
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Very sorry for your loss, Marg.
Sincerely,
Kathy Sled
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Marg, Cindy and family
We are sorry to hear the passing of Uncle Barry. I always remember how friendly Barry was. A sincere smile rarely left his face.
Sheryl & Mary Lynn
Sunday, January 10, 2021
What a loss to his family, Meaford, and the community members he supported. Kind in all our interactions, Barry maintained a good sense of humour and was able to laugh at himself. He will be greatly missed. I am only seeing this now. Best wishes and love to his family at a time of such a loss. His gratitude to and empathy for his family members, especially his wife, was evident in his words.