Suddenly, with his loving children by his side on Sunday, February 19, 2017 at LHSC – Victoria Hospital, London in his 80th year. Beloved husband of the late Linda (Shoebottom) Hobbs (2015). Loving father of Catherine Dover, Shelly (Robert) Farquharson, Sherry McMurray and Tom (Zoe) Hobbs. Cherished grandpa of Andrew and Tom McMurray, Cailey and James Dover, Laura and Michael Farquharson, and Toren, Imogen and Anwyn Hobbs. Barry will be fondly remembered by his sister-in-law Barbara Westman, nieces, nephews and many friends. Predeceased by his parents Ila and Stanley Hobbs, a grandson Ian and a sister Barbara Hartwick. Barry was a devoted family man and was happiest when he was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Thursday evening from 7-9 PM where the memorial service will be held on Friday, February 24th at 1 PM. Cremation has taken place. Interment St. John’s Cemetery, Arva.
Donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Respiratory Department would be appreciated by the family.
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Mary Ellen Brook
Catherine, Sherry, Shelley, Tom and family
We want to express our deepest sympathy in the passing of your father/grandfather. Barry was such a kind, warmhearted person. We feel blessed to have had Barry and the whole Hobbs family in our lives. Barry and Linda were a big part of my parents life and they had some great times together. We will never forget the important role that Barry played in our wedding as our Master of Ceromony. Barry wil be missed by so many people. Our deepest condolences to the Hobbs family.
Jeff and Mary Elle Brook
Dayle Allan
We are so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Barry was a kind, warm person with a great sense of humour. He was the sales rep who came to our office weekly and his visits were always welcome. I still call Tim Horton’s Tim Hornets as one of Barry’s grandchildren did when he was just a little guy…..we shared a good laugh over that! I feel blessed to have known him.
Warmest regards,
Dayle and Jim Allan
Pauline Kinahan
So very sorry to hear about Barry and my sympathy to all of the family.
Margaret McCullough
Dear Barbara:
So sorry to read of Barry death. I didnèt realize that he had been ill. You have certainly had more than your
share of deaths in the recent months. Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and hope we can
get that lunch date in the near future. Sorry I cannot be with you to-day.
With Love and the blessings of God.
Sincerely
Margaret McCullough
Margaret McCullough
Barry Hobbs Family: Your Dad was only about 12 years old when his mother passed away. I sang at her funeral.
She had left the hymn book open on the piano and the hymn was “I surrender all”. This was the first funeral I had
sang at. Before it had been weddings. My heart went out to Barry and Barbara at this same time. It was only about two years later that their Dad passed away. I was so happy when Barry and Linda were married as I knew Linda well.I had taught her piano lessons. I always kept track of them as their lives went on. Linda mother became the second mother for Barry and she spoke so highly of him. It was a mutual feeling. My sympathy goes out to the family at this time. Cherish all the memories of the good times when you were all together. It will help
you to carry on your lives. Sorry I can not be with you today. May God bless and keep you close to each other as
you carry on your lives. In Loving Sympathy: Margaret McCullough
Suzanne Shore
Catherine, Sherry, Shelly, Tom and family,
Wanted to express my sincerest sympathy at the passing of your Father/ Grandfather. Your parents have been cherished friends of my parents for many many years and that friendship has brought my parents so much joy and comfort. Your Dad’s gentleness, integrity and kindness was always was so evident and made him a very special person.
My thoughts are with you.
Suzanne Shore
Sharon & Dan Buchanan
We were so sad to hear of your Dad’s passing, he was a wonderful kind gentle person. A friend always with a smile on his face. He will be missed.
“You’re at rest with your Linda”.
Sharon & Dan Buchanan {friends/dinner buddies/nurse)
Marilyn and Peter
Cathy, Sherry, Shelley and Tom
We are saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. Please know we are thinking of you and your families at this difficult time. We will always remember what a kind and gentle man he was.
William Kartye
“Loving memories sustain us in times of sadness.”
Please know that caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you.
John Sangster
We were so sad to hear about your Dad’s passing – we were unaware that he had been ill. John was looking forward to sharing coffee with him in the Spring. He was such a kind and thoughtful individual. He will be greatly missed. All our heartfelt sympathy to his wonderful family.
Sincerely,
Toula and John Sangster
Tim and Connie Bailey
We are saddened to hear of Barry’s passing. We SO loved Barry and Linda. A wonderful, kind and gentle couple. They will truly be missed. Our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Barry xo
Tim and Connie Bailey
And the family and staff at Oxbow Glen Golf Course
Laura, Richard and Georgia Perry
To Sherry, Shelly and family,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your wonderful Dad. Sherry has spoken so fondly of him over the years. Wishing we could have met this lovely man.
Kaaren Barker
So sorry to hear of Barry’s passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you.May you be given strength to get through this difficult time.
Thinking of you all.
Kaaren Barker
Hamilton,Ont
Formally Grand Bend
Jenn Peebles (Byron Family)
I am so saddened to hear of Barry’s passing. He was a real gentleman. My thoughts are with the whole Hobbs family and friends.
Bill & Paula Rosser
To the Hobbs Family
Sending you our sincere condolences in the passing of your father. Barry and I have been friends since 1975 and even worked together for a few years. We still got together for tea at Tim,s every once in a while and I had just seen him before Christmas. I will miss those conversations.