Passed away peacefully at home on the farm on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 in his 78th year. Loving husband of Claire (Jones) Pierson for over 55 years. Proud father of Susan Pierson, Will and Heather Pierson, Kathy Pierson and Steve Spring. Adored grandpa of Shyah Pierson; Jared, and Andrew Spring; Adam, and Colton Hodgins. Dear brother-in-law of Brian and Anne Jones, and Bruce and Marlene Jones. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by Bill and Betty (McCormick) Pierson and his parents-in-law Bill and Muriel (Adams) Jones.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Monday, November 21st from 12 – 1:30 PM, where the memorial service will be held at 2 PM. Cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Humane Society London & Middlesex, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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Cindy White
Claire and family,
Sending my deepest condolences to all of you on the loss of Barry. The Big Hitter was an almost every week thing when I was a teenager. They were the best pizzas and I don’t think any pizza even comes close now. Barry will be missed by all who knew him.
Don, Beth ,Mike and Tim MILLER
Claire and family. We were sorry to hear of Barry’s passing.
Our sons still say his pizzas were the best ever.
We’ll keep you in our thoughts.
Carl Lave & Gail
Sorry to hear of Barry’s passing, lots of good memories. He takes you back to the days when all the neighbours played cards on the 14th. Thinking of you Claire and your family at this sad time. He will be missed.
Lisa&John Hedley
Claire, Will, Susan, Kathy and families
John and I were sad to hear of Barry’s passing. We have many great memories of having fun with him while he cheered us Denfield Ladies on. He was a kind and gentle man. Rest in sweet peace Barry ❤️
Andrew huffman
My condolences Barry was a great man loved when he ran the big hitter RIP
Greg & Katlin Sumner
To the Pierson Family,
Sending our sincerest condolences during this difficult time. Thinking of you all.
Greg & Katlin Sumner
Bob and Pat Hodgins
To Claire and family. We are so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. We send you our deepest condolence at this sad time .
Lillian Wilson
Sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care.
Lillian and Ken Wilson
Joan Edwards
Claire and family
My sincere condolences to all of your family at this sad time. Barry was one of a kind and will be missed by many. Sharing your memories are so important now and in the future.
Caresse Johnston
Dear Claire, Susan, Will and Kathy and your families. I am so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. I have many good memories of Barry and all of you.
Joyce Sovereign
Claire and Family
I was so sorry to read of Barry’s death,l send to each one of you my sympathy at this sad time.
He was always so friendly ,we all remember his Big Hitter days with fondness .
Jim Heighway
Claire and family
Thinking of you at this difficult time. May you find comfort with your memories. Barry will certainly be missed by many.
Matt Sentjens
To the Pierson family.
My deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all though this difficult time.
Matt Sentjens
Craig Black
We are very sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Sending our condolences, Craig and Sharon Black
Don Lankin
Claire & family sorry to hear Barry’s passing,
clair Sceli
May you rest RIP Many good memories
Joan Leitch
Claire, Susan, Will and Kathy.
Sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Our sincere condolences. He was a great neighbor and lots of laughs.
Joan, and Terri Leitch
Brian Schon
Claire, Sue, Will, Cathy,
Sorry to hear of Barry’s passing.
He was and always there to help in any way, one of my first jobs was helping Barry, and cleaning stalls out as a kid.
I will always remember Barry and the crew robbing the train at the Ilderton Centennial.
The 14th will never be the same
Best Regards,
Brian and Michelle
Bev. O’Neil
Dear Claire and family.my deepest condolences to you all with Barry’s passing.my family always remembers great fireworks at your farm to kick off 14 Mile summer parties.look after one another.
Carmen JONES
Dear Claire and family, our sincere condolences on the loss of Barry. No one made pizzas like Claire and Bear!
Gary and Linda Hayter
Clair and Family Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Barry,s passing. Gary was just talking to Will last wk., and we were so surprised to read about his passing, just days later. Our son Tim loved working at the BIG HITTER with Barry. They had a lot of laughs working together. Rest in Pease.
Sheila Butchart
Claire and family. My condolences to you all at this time.
Jim and Helen Hearn
Our heartfelt sympathy to all of Barry’s loved ones. Jim has fond memories of both of you when making deliveries at the Big Hitter.
Jim and Helen
Tammy Harris
Claire, Susan, Will, Kathy and the entire family,
We send our deepest condolences to all of you on the passing of a wonderful man. He will forever be the man behind the “Big Hitter” and the best pizza in Lucan!
Thinking of you, cherish the memories and know you had one of the best.
❤️Tammy(Ward), Scott, Chloe and Aiden Harris
Brian and Janice Ropp
Sorry to hear of your loss. We fondly remember heading to Lucan to pick up a pizza and enjoyed visiting while we waited. We always enjoyed talking horses with Barry.
Erna Joyce & Family
Sending our condolences to the family. We were saddened to hear of Barry’s passing.
Tom Hearn
Claire & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my condolences.
Gord & Joanne Hardy
To the Pierson family:
Sincere sympathy for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Kelly Hack
Sending our condolences to Claire and Kids. We remember going to The Big Hitter and ordering pizza and deep fried mushrooms. Barry made the best pizza around. He will be missed by many. Barry’s Family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Don and Diane williams
Claire and Family We are so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. We know he will be sadly missed by your entire family and all of the many friends who knew him. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Alex and Debbie Hyde
Dear Claire and family. Saddened to hear of Barry’s passing. Our sincere condolences to you. May you find peace and comfort in the Lord.
Norm Middaugh
I’m very sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Even though we lost touch over the years, I remember the times when we grew up together on Forward Ave. It just seems like yesterday, but just like life, it goes by quickly. I extend my condolences to Barry’s family.
Linda Salts
Claire and family.
Sincere condolences in the loss of your loved one.
Rob and Linda Salts
Jim qnd Janet Balicsak
Dear Claire and family. Please accept our condolenses for the passing of Barry. A good soul will be sorely missed. Good memories. RIP Bare.
Helen Swartz, Patti Swartz & Dan Regier
Claire & Family
Please accept our deepest condolences for the passing of Barry.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Debbie Heffernan
Will, Heather, Claire and family, so sorry for your loss.
Barry will be missed.
Don Pletch
Claire and Family
Sorry to hear the news of Barry’s passing. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Heaven now has a good person to take good care of the horses.
Don and Connie Pletch and Family
Terry Doyon
Claire, Susan, Will, Kathy & Families,
We were very sorry to hear of Cousin Barry’s passing. I have many fond memories of celebrating Christmas on Gramma and Grampa’s farm when we were young. I know how much you loved to come up to the farm in the summer and I have no problem picturing you with your cowboy hat on and a big smile on your face. May you rest in peace!
Love Dona & Terry!
John & Mary Walls
Claire, Will, Susan, Kathy and families;
Barry was a good neighbour and friend. Lots of fun memories. His presence will be missed. Thinking of everyone at this sad time.
Dan O'Neil Jr
To Clair. Will, Susan and Kathy
Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this time.
Best breaded mushrooms.
Dan O’Neil Jr. and Family
rick graham
our deepest condolences to the family.
you will missed .
R.I.P. our friend
Excel Pharmacy
Our Sincere Condolences
The Staff at Excel Pharmacy
Brad & Anne Mousseau
Claire & family, sorry to read of Barry’s passing. Our deepest sympathy in your loss.
Brad & Anne Mousseau
Pat Legg
I was so saddened to hear of Barry’s passing. Sending my deepest condolences to you Claire and family.
Carolyn O’Neil
Clair, family and dearest friends,
I am so sorry for your loss and I know how much he meant to many! I too remember him hanging out at Tom’s and how much he shared the love of horses. (I think I recall helping him round a few loose ones up at Tom’s lol). Rebecca thank you for the visual of the chasing a train on horse back. Someday you will have to tell me the rest of that one. Yes I can just imagine the chatter going on up there now.
Hold onto your memories and know he knows no troubles now.
Teresa shaw
Dear Claire,Sue,Will,Cathy and families.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
So many fond memories of the 14 mile May 2 4 fireworks.
Sending love and support from Teresa & Kirk Shaw and family
Larry & Lynda Lewis
Claire and Family
So sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. As Barry was an employee of ours for many years we wish to extend our sincere condolences remembering all the good times we had. RIP Barry.
Larry and Lynda Lewis
Bernadette Mercer
Dear Claire, Sue, Will and Heather and family, and Kathy and Steve and family: Our sincere thoughts of sympathy to all of you. May you cherish the fond memories of him. Please know that many people are thinking of you in the days to follow. Hugs, from The Mercer’s , Bernadette and Art, Aaron, Erica and Rob and Alyssa and Brooklyn Sherman.
Carla Hunt (McAdam)
Claire, Susan, Kathy, Will, families & pets. You know how fondly we remember Barry (always be Uncle Barry to me ) Oh those crazy horse days! May he and Dave have a good ride up there! So sorry for this great loss. Thinking of you all. Carla, Mark & Theresa.
Tom and Carol Baker
Clare our sincere condolences to you and your family
Sue and Lee Smith
So sorry to hear about Barry’s passing. I remember a few years ago his horses got out at 11 pm and Lee and I went down to help gather them up. They were almost at Hyde Park Rd. Barry and I walked 2 of them back in a field in the dark, but we made it. Lee was looking for others to make sure we had them all. Great memories, great neighbour. Hugs to you all.
Murray and Edith Yeo
Claire and Family
So sorry to read of Barry’s passing. So many of us have many memories of Barry to reminisce with. Hoping your memories will help you through this difficult time.
Cathy and Bruce Cornish
Dear Claire and family
We are saddened to hear the news of Barry’s passing. Please except our condolences in this very difficult time.
Thinking of you all.
Mutter’s
Sorry for the loss of your Father, Will. We are thinking about you all.
The Roe Family
Claire & Family
We were so sad to hear of Barry’s passing. He was a wonderful man who we will remember fondly. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Lisa & Ted MacKenzie
Claire, Susan, Will & Kathy, our hearts are always with you! Barry will be remembered for the laughs and conversations had while at The Big Hitter or hanging out at the farm. He truly will be missed!! Sending you all the love and strength to you and the entire family. Rest easy Barry ❤️
Steve Preszcator
Condolences to Claire and family . Longtime friend of Barry for over 40 years going to horse shows or doing his farrier work for his horses . Always had coffee on and great guy to talk to .will miss seeing him .. 🐴
Tracy & Marcie Zavitz
Thinking of you all. So sorry for your loss.
Jennifer (Filson) VanderMolen
Claire, Kathy, Will and Susan; sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. He was always up for a visit and a smile whenever I saw him. Thinking of you all.
Patty Joyce and family
Claire and family,
So sorry for your loss. Barry will always be remembered for his love of family and all the laughs. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten.
I will rememeber the labour day party at my parents and Barry riding his horse to the event and the horse getting him home.
Rebecca SHOEBOTTOM
Always smiling followed by his distinct giggle. His cowboy boots and vests. Always asking “how’s my girl?”
These are just a skim of my memories. Dad and Barry were among a group of crazy ass RR#4 guys who tried to stop the last train going through Denfield in the late 70’s. I can still see Barry and horse taking off down the track after that train. Claire, please know we are truly sorry you’ve lost your best friend.
Ellen Swinkels
Claire, Sue, Will, Kathy and families,
I’m so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. We spent a lot of time together at The Big Hitter. He was a great boss and a great person. Thinking of you all.
Sarah Osborne
I’m so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. My thoughts are with the family. There will be a bright star in the sky tonight.
He Bids His Beloved Be At Peace
I hear the Shadowy Horses, their long manes a-shake,
Their hoofs heavy with tumult, their eyes glimmering white;
The North unfolds above them clinging, creeping night,
The East her hidden joy before the morning break,
The West weeps in pale dew and sighs passing away,
The South is pouring down roses of crimson fire:
O vanity of Sleep, Hope, Dream, endless Desire,
The Horses of Disaster plunge in the heavy clay:
Beloved, let your eyes half close, and your heart beat
Over my heart, and your hair fall over my breast,
Drowning love’s lonely hour in deep twilight of rest,
And hiding their tossing manes and their tumultuous
feet.
William Butler Yeats
Michelle Flood
Claire and family , I am so sorry for your loss. Great memories sitting and chatting with Barry while I waited for my pizza or salad when working at Beckers.
Glenn & Sharleen Phillips
Claire and Family
So sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. I always enjoyed a conversation and laugh with him.
Always enjoyed a pizza back in the big Hitter days.Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Bob and Nancy Manning
Sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Thinking of your family at this time.
Bob and Nancy Rushton
Dear Claire, Susan, Will, Kathy & families, Sending our sincere condolences at this very difficult time. May you take solace in the many fond memories you have.
Joanne Kelly
Claire and family…our family sends a prayer to you all with deepest sympathies for your loss. Barry was certainly one of a kind. Know heaven has gained another angel.
Maybe he and mom can share a drink again!
Sending our love
Jim Joanne and Claire Kelly
Bill Knapp
Dear Family of Barry’s,
I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences!
It is difficult to lose a family member such as Barry. He was a good man and lives in my memory for several reasons. Peace and love to you all!
kim holcombe
Will, Heather and family, were very sorry to hear about the loss
of your Father, were thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Bill and Kim Holcombe.
Barb. Densmore
So sorry for loss Claire and Family RIP Barry.
Ayesha
Kathy, Steve and the family. Ian and I are sorry to hear of dads passing. May you find peace in this difficult time.
Brenda and Fred Smith
Clair and Family
So sorry for your loss Fred has many memories of working with Barry
Always keep the good times close to your heart Big hugs
Love the Smiths
Audrey Monk
Claire and family
I am so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. He was a kind and gentle man with a love of horses and family.
Hoping that you find comfort in the sweet memories
Max Apleman
Love that man. He will be missed. Our deepest condolences from the Appleman family💕
Ann Brabender
Claire, Susan, Will, Kathy & families – my deepest sympathy. Another neighbour from the 14th passed. Don’t you wonder what Barry, Danny & Tom are doing right now? Many years and great times. Barry loved his horses!! Cherish the memories, no one can take them away!! Huggs
Jeanette Simpson
Claire and family I was sorry to read about Barry’s passing. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
I remember the fun times picking up a pizza many years ago.