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EDWARDS: Barry A. of Exeter

January 12, 2016 By Haskett Funeral Homes 53 Condolences

EDWARDS: Barry A. of Exeter

Suddenly, as the result of an automobile collision on Monday, January 11, 2016, of Exeter, in his 35th year.  Beloved son of Darlene (Watson) Edwards of Exeter, and the late Wayne Edwards (2013).  Dear father of Nathan and Jacob, both at home. Dear grandson of Jack Watson of Kitchener.  Dear brother and brother-in-law of Lori and Paul Jarrett of Corunna, and Pamela and Steven Rudy of St. Marys.  Also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and missed by many special friends.  Predeceased by his grandparents Orloe Watson, and Chub and Marj Edwards, his brother-in-law Sean Smith, and cousin Crystal Ditner.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, January 15th at 11 AM.  Cremation.

Donations to a trust for Nathan and Jacob (cheques payable to Darlene Edwards), the Canadian Mental Health Association, or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.

EDWARDS: Barry A. of Exeter

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  1. Ray Glanville

    January 30, 2016 at 12:10 AM

    sorry 4 your or loss

  2. Debra McNair

    January 16, 2016 at 5:07 PM

    Darlene I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I cannot think of anything more terrible then losing a child. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers.

  3. Bill & Joanne Hodge

    January 15, 2016 at 1:30 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Our thoughts are with you.

  4. Paula

    January 15, 2016 at 1:04 AM

    Special thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

  5. Rachel Jaques

    January 14, 2016 at 11:49 PM

    My deepest sympathies. Barry will be missed by many.

  6. Kim McKay

    January 14, 2016 at 9:38 PM

    Darlene and Family
    My deepest sympathy in your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May warm memories give you comfort in these very bad times.

  7. Belinda Sauder

    January 14, 2016 at 12:03 PM

    Dearest Darlene, Lori, & Pam,

    We were deeply saddened to learn of Barry’s passing.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

    Belinda, Gary, Colin & Amy Sauder

  8. Norm and Kay Tripp

    January 14, 2016 at 9:55 AM

    Darlene and Family….Please accept our sincere condolences at this time of sadness..

  9. Tom and Marj Hunt

    January 14, 2016 at 9:46 AM

    As parents our prayers and thoughts are extended to you and your family for the loss of your son, brother and friend, hopefully you will find comfort knowing you have the support of many friends and family

  10. Margaret Brintnell

    January 14, 2016 at 9:17 AM

    Darlene & Family
    My thoughts are with you Darlene, May you be provided the extra strength needed at this very difficult time.
    Margaret

  11. Gary and Mary Lovie

    January 14, 2016 at 7:43 AM

    Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Watson and Edwards families. We are so sad that we are not able to be with you but we want you to know our thoughts and hearts are with you all. Our prayers are with you and may you find peace in the days ahead.
    Hugs to all Mary and Gary

  12. Bob and Judy Stuckless

    January 14, 2016 at 7:28 AM

    our thoughts are with yous at this difficult time. Barry will certainly be missed by all of us. He has been friends of this family for so many years.

  13. Patti Swartz

    January 14, 2016 at 7:02 AM

    Darlene, Beverly & Families
    Please accept our condolences for the passing of Barry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
    Helen Swartz
    Nancy and Jim Davis & Family
    Patti Swartz and Dan Regier & Family

  14. Jack and Lynda Conlin

    January 13, 2016 at 10:06 PM

    Darlene and all the families….so sorry to hear about Barry..it was such a shock…my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in this time of great sadness…hang on to the beautiful memories…love to all….God Bless

  15. Carol/Doug Annett

    January 13, 2016 at 8:29 PM

    Darlene, Our deepest Sympathy in the loss of your son.

  16. Wayne and Sonia Greb

    January 13, 2016 at 7:56 PM

    Darlene and family- Sorry to read of your son’s sudden passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

  17. Diane pavlick

    January 13, 2016 at 7:45 PM

    So sorry to hear this. My condolences to you and your family

  18. Wendy Saunders

    January 13, 2016 at 6:07 PM

    I am Nathans great aunt I am very sorry for the loss of your son our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time

  19. Paul & Grace Hudson

    January 13, 2016 at 4:54 PM

    We are so sorry to learn of Barry’s passing, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family during this time.

  20. Eric and Lori Devlaeminck and family

    January 13, 2016 at 4:20 PM

    Darlene and family. We are so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days ahead.

  21. Doug and Fran Ritchie

    January 13, 2016 at 1:04 PM

    Darlene and family we are so very sorry for your loss. Our prays and thoughts are with you Doug and Fran

  22. George & Linda Wilkinson

    January 13, 2016 at 11:36 AM

    So sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

  23. Penny Adams

    January 13, 2016 at 10:13 AM

    Darlene, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts are with you and your family as you struggle through this most difficult time.

  24. Randy & Karen Stanlake

    January 13, 2016 at 8:56 AM

    Darlene
    So sorry to hear about the passing of your son Barry.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you, at this difficult time.

  25. Linda & Eugene Webber

    January 12, 2016 at 9:32 PM

    Darlene and family:
    …Please accept our deepest sympathy in the sudden and tragic passing of your son…Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart

  26. Tracy McIntosh

    January 12, 2016 at 8:52 PM

    Very sorry to hear of the tragic death of Barry..a young life taken way to soon..my condolences to the family

  27. Lynette

    January 12, 2016 at 8:50 PM

    My deepest condolences to Barry’s family. ?

  28. Rose and Keith Brittain

    January 12, 2016 at 7:40 PM

    Darlene and family we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear son our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God give you the strength you need for the days to come.

  29. Donna Perry

    January 12, 2016 at 7:38 PM

    Darlene and Family So terribly sorry to hear of your tragic loss. You are in my prayers. With deepest sympathy. Donna

  30. George and Sue Wilson and family

    January 12, 2016 at 7:33 PM

    Darlene, Lori and family, Pam and family, Nathan and Jacob, We are very saddened to hear of Barry s tragic accident. We remember when he was a young boy at McCurdy Public School. We are praying for all of you, Wayne passed away in 2013,now Barry in 2016. Our hearts are hurting for you. We understand your pain. When Doug was killed in a car accident, in 1989, we were devastated. God Bless You. George and Sue Wilson

  31. Lynne Haughton

    January 12, 2016 at 7:30 PM

    Darlene,Lori,,Pam and families. I am so heartbroken! My heart aches for all of you.I’m glad I got to spend some time with Barry and Jacob on Saturday. Hold on to the memories and retell the stories!! Some of them are hilarious! I have been so fortunate to have. Experienced life with your family these last few years. You are so full of love and I am sure that love will help you through this! Sending my love to you all; Lynne, Aldane, Jordann, Abbigail, Cameron, Jason and Jericho (Hern and Haughton)

  32. Phyllis & Fred Mommersteeg

    January 12, 2016 at 6:22 PM

    Darlene ,Pam & Lori &all your families,we send you our Deepest condolences for this tragic loss.Praying you find strength in the many memories you cherish.Love & Hugs.

  33. Dale Grant

    January 12, 2016 at 6:18 PM

    Dearest Darlene and Family

    It saddens me to hear of the loss of your Son, brother, nephew and friend.

    When times are hard and
    You can not see the light;
    Remember what he said;
    “Walk by Faith, not by sight”

    Thoughts and prayers to you all

  34. Bob & Wanda Reynolds

    January 12, 2016 at 5:48 PM

    Darlene and Family
    Our thought are with you in this time of sorrow.

    Bob & Wanda

  35. Shellie McLeod

    January 12, 2016 at 5:44 PM

    Lori and Pam
    I’m extremely sorry to hear about Barry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

  36. Maureen Wood

    January 12, 2016 at 5:36 PM

    Darlene, My deepest Sympathy to you & your Family,
    You are in my thoughts.

  37. Larry & Sharon Gibson & family

    January 12, 2016 at 5:24 PM

    So sorry for your loss. Larry and our son Pete played poker with Barry he will truly be missed by all who knew him

  38. TaraLyn Koebel

    January 12, 2016 at 5:07 PM

    Many thoughts and prayers go out to his parents friends and family in this hard time. He will be truly missed. He was a good guy and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Just know that he loves u all so very much and that he is watching over u all.

  39. Nancy Mc Kenzie

    January 12, 2016 at 4:44 PM

    Darlene and Family So sorry for the loss of Barry My thoughts and prayers are with yous at this difficult time. Treasure all the great memories

  40. Tom, Tracy Humphreys & family

    January 12, 2016 at 4:39 PM

    Darlene, Lori, Pam and families

    So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Barry. May cherished memories be with you at this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Tom, Tracy, Samantha and Tommy Humphreys

  41. Heather Tieman

    January 12, 2016 at 4:38 PM

    Darlene & Family:

    I am so sorry to learn of Barry’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Wishing you strength to work your way through another loss, and hoping you can take comfort in fond memories of your dear son and brother.

    With my deepest sympathy,
    Heather

  42. Bill & Nancy Jarrett

    January 12, 2016 at 4:23 PM

    Both Nancy and I were sorry to hear about Barry, we know this is a tough time for you and your family.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time,

  43. Sharron Rudy

    January 12, 2016 at 4:19 PM

    Barry lit up a room with his radiant small. And great personality! ….my condolences to all of you :-( Sharron and Christopher/Sky

  44. chuck and phyllis collett and family

    January 12, 2016 at 3:55 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. It is a very hard and sad time when a tragedy happens in ones family.
    Keep all the memories close to your heart and he will always be with you. Bless the family that is left to mourn and help them though this tough time in their lives.

  45. Brenda Lee McMahon

    January 12, 2016 at 3:37 PM

    Darlene , girls and family!
    He will be truly missed! My heart goes to you all at this time!
    My prayers , my thoughts my open arms with hugs!
    Xo Brenda

  46. Brenda Watson

    January 12, 2016 at 3:36 PM

    Darlene-We are so sorry to hear about Barry was nice to see him grow up each year at the Reunion`s we will all miss him . hugs and kisses to you all.Aunt Brenda and family.

  47. Kathy Kirk

    January 12, 2016 at 3:31 PM

    Dear Darlene and family,
    I am so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. We worked together a few years ago, and he was such a ray of sunshine to work with.. Great times were had, with lots of laughter (and a few curses) I know he will be greatly missed by all those of us that knew him and what a great gentle giant he really was. .My heart goes out to all of you at this most difficult time..Keep smiling and your chin up..And know that you are in my thoughts…

  48. Michaela Kelland

    January 12, 2016 at 3:29 PM

    Darlene and family,
    Very sorry for your loss, I very much enjoyed working with Barry, he always had a smile on his face, and the jokes he used to say on breaks, gave everyone a good laugh.
    Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time, prayers for the days and weeks ahead.
    Know that he was loved by all who knew him.
    Hugs to all ?

  49. Brian & Ruth (Haynes) Thomson

    January 12, 2016 at 3:16 PM

    There are no right words but know you are in our hearts. Memories, let them fill your mind and warm your heart and lead you through this difficult time.

  50. Peggy Wilkinson

    January 12, 2016 at 2:49 PM

    Darlene& Girls

    I am so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing, My thoughts & prayers go out to you and your family during this time, may you hold on to the memories and they will bring you through this rough time…..

    Peggy

  51. Tanya Boyle ( Stuckless)

    January 12, 2016 at 2:47 PM

    Darlene and families … so so sorry for another loss. Barry has always been a part of our family for as long as I remember.We sure are going to miss him . Thoughts are with you guys during this difficult time

  52. Joanne Wilkinson & Jessie Shanks

    January 12, 2016 at 2:45 PM

    Darlene & Family:

    We are so sorry to learn of Barry’s passing, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time,

    Joanne & Jessie

  53. Brenda Morgan

    January 12, 2016 at 2:42 PM

    Darlene, I am extremely sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved son. I cannot even begin to imagine the extreme emotional agony you are feeling right now. My heart is breaking for you and your family., and my thoughts and prayers will be with you, now and in the days and weeks ahead, Hugs to you all…..

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