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1960
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2019
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John Barry Obituary
John was born in Durango on July 27, 1960 to parents Angela "Angie" Barry and John "Bud" Barry. He attended St. Columba School, where he was an altar boy until 8th grade, and graduated class of '78 from Durango Senior High.
Nearly inseparable, John was extremely close with his father and followed his path into the trucking industry. They eventually formed their own family business, Barry's North American Van Lines. It was through this career that he met his wife Nancy, who joined him in Durango in 1987.
An avid Colorado hunter and fisherman, you could count on John to know of secret gems around the state. A few of his favorite places were Williams Lake, Andrews Lake, Craig, and Devil Mountain. He was a member of the BPOE Elks Club and the Rocky Mountain Elks Foundation.
John is preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Angie Barry, and his grandparents, Arthur & Verna Gomez and Edward & Marie Barry. He is survived by his sisters, Sheri DeFrancisci and Bernadine Barry; wife, Nancy Tulley; daughter, Brandy Tulley; stepchildren, Brent Tulley & Gretchen McKinley; 5 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild.
Services will be held at St. Columba Church at 10am on Saturday, June 1st with a graveside service to follow at Greenmount Cemetery. A reception will be held at the Elks Lodge. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully asks that donations be sent to the Durango Elks Lodge.
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MADELINE GORES O'MEARA
May 18, 2022
I miss seeing John´s smiling face around town and think of him every time I drive up 22nd Street. Rest In Peace, you kind soul.
Madeline Gores
November 18, 2020
I just learned of John's passing and am so sorry he is gone. We attended St. Columba together and remained friends all our lives. He was a truly good person who always had a warm smile and a kind word. I just returned to Durango after many years away and will certainly miss having John here.
Pete Cartwright
June 7, 2019
What a sad day to learn of John's passing. It would be hard to find a better person in any regard. The guy was a straight A student in high school as well. I can't recall ever meeting or knowing a finer person. The entire family was that way and iconic to the area.
The world spins a little slower now and John may be gone, but will never be forgotten.
Rest in well deserved peace my friend. We'll all be reunited again soon.
Roy Newman
June 3, 2019
John was a fine man - Roy
June 1, 2019
John was a good friend. I met John in the early 70's while vacationing at my Aunt and Uncle's property just down the street from John's home. I also went to School with John. He had a beautiful heart, loved nature and would help anyone in need. I send my condolences and prayers to John's family. john, you will be missed.
Laura Stolworthy (Bishop)
Bob Bussey
May 31, 2019
I was truly blessed to grow up with John and his family in Durango. Lots of great memories.
God Bless and condolences to Nancy and the entire family.
Rest In Peace my friend.
Bob Bussey
Matt Moon Class of 1978
May 30, 2019
John,
You will be missed. I've known you since high school and I considered you a friend. May the Lord be with you and your family.
Onda Williams
May 30, 2019
Our prayers go out to Nancy and her family on the death of John. God be with you and give you comfort and peace,
Onda, Connie & Jan
Missy Candelaria
May 29, 2019
Our heart felt condolences to John's family and friends. May he fly high. R.I. P. John.
Eileen Brown
May 28, 2019
Heartfelt condolences to all of John's family during this time of loss and sorrow.
May all who loved and cherished this man of nature and substance, be consoled by the life he lived so well.
Bernadine and Sheri, Nancy and family, my thoughts, prayers, and love are with you in a strong and holy way.
I do wish that it was time for me to be there to celebrate and attend his Mass of Remembrance.
God bless John's soul with the tender arms of Jesus around him.
Rest in Peace, good and faithful one. ~O~
nancy bentley
May 28, 2019
brandy, sending healing thoughts your way during this time of sorrow. nancy
Live never dies
Cynthia Ranson
May 28, 2019
Love never dies❤Rest and know.
Sweetie Marbury
May 27, 2019
John,
A good neighbor, a kind person, a good son will be missed.
Sweetie Marbury
V S
May 27, 2019
My condolences to the Barry family. May the hope found in Gods word outweigh the grief you feel. 1Thessalonians 4:13,14
gary mason
May 26, 2019
Just a great guy and a fine all around outdoorsman who reflected the values as portrayed by his father, Buddy!
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