MEMORIES:  These are NOT criticisms.  Just typical “Barry” stories that I share with love after 57 years together.  Hope they bring a smile or chuckle as they do me. 
1) Our trip to a gold mine.  Barry pulled into the parking lot and thought that was “going” to a gold mine.  He was amazed that the kids (and I) wanted to go inside the gold mine. 
2)  Rocky Mountain Nation Park. . . We parked for the night and in the morning drove up Trail Ridge Road.  It was very narrow and curvy, and the wind was so strong it caused Barry to turn around and head back to Estes Park.  When we returned, the ranger warns us not to drive up Trail Ridge.  "Okay" says Barry.
3)  In the motor home on a long stretch of road in Utah.  NOTHING in sight for miles.  One gas tank empty and the other running low.  A gas station was ahead but he drove past without filling up.  As typical, he cruised into  gas station down the road just as the second gas tank became empty. 
4) Going to Yellowstone, I’d agreed to eat anywhere Barry wanted.  Gas stations have a lot of food! Coming home - a sign!  A mile high and glowing!  It said BONANZA!!  I ate vegetables!!! 
5) Our nonstop trip to Boston with two small children was because he wanted to go to the next town, then the next, then the next, etc.  We all slept in the car at a roadside rest area. 
6) In Boston, he toke me to the Mayflower in he evening so the ship it was closed.  “You didn’t want to go on the ship, did you?”  Guess not!  Can’t help but smile! 
Some humorous stories about Barry.  Love those memories.
7) My favorite-our trip to nowhere in particular.  We just started driving and just went wherever we’d never been.  We went across the southern edge of Lake Superior, Sault Ste Marie, Mackinaw Island, then down the western edge of Lake Michigan and finished our trip at Shipshewana, Indiana.  It was a wonderful time.  Wish we could do it again. 
Love you, Barry. 

I am so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing.  In short, he was the best friend I’ve ever had. We had so many special times together - from our high school escapades through college years and then the Best Man at each other’s wedding.  He was a steadying influence on several of us and just a great guy. I will always regret not being able to spend more time with him as we got older. Rest In Peace, my friend. You’ve earned it. 

I’ll miss you dearly Grandpa and can’t wait to play another 18 holes with you. Don’t worry I will make sure Grandma is ok. Love you. 

I remember Barry  as always smiling & being a very nice person.
I`m so sorry Nancy. His life was good.

Nancy
I was so sorry to hear of Barry's passing Barry the golfer taught me so much about my golf game I still miss our times at the lake my son Brian still goes to Breezy Point with his family God bless Joe

Shared a donut and a cup of coffee every Sunday morning with Barry in Dan Hurst’s Class at Connection Point Church in Raytown. I’d ask him every week how he was or how did his week go and the answer was always “just fine.”  

Hi Nancy, Sharon doesn't like to get near a computer. So it fell to me to find this very dear picture of all of us taken when the Daddows were in town.  All are special people to us, and we will truly miss Barry. Take care of yourself and stay in touch.

Bill and Sharon

I'm so sorry.   Anything I can do for you or your family ?  Call me when you have time and just need to talk.

Nancy, I'm so very very sorry to hear about Barry. I don't want to bother you- I know how difficult these days are- but please let me know if I can help in any way. Diane

Nancy I’m sorry for the loss to your family, prays to you all.. 

Nancy, I am so sorry to hear about Barry. I know that it will be a big void for you. I will pray for peace and calm for you and your family. I love you, cousin.

Barry was a wonderful uncle. He was so kind and would always greet you with a smile! I have very fond memories of Barry while growing up. He loved his bologna sandwiches! He will be missed. My prayers and love go out to you all.

Nancy, I am so saddened to hear about Barry.  I will Pray for comfort for you Jill, and the rest of your family. 
Again, I can’t begin to express my sympathy. 
Peace be with you.

So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers with you and your family.

So very sorry Shari. Prayers for your family

Sorry to hear that, sorry for your loss Barry was a good man,🙏🙏🙏.

I’m so sorry Jill. I have so many memories of your dad. Big hug. 

So sorry for your loss. Such a nice man. 

So sorry Shari. I kept looking at his face thinking he looks so familiar. Don’t know why I didn’t make the connection until now. He was a good man. May he RIP

Shari I'm so sorry.  Sending you and the family my thoughts and prayers.  Little Debbies always reminds me of him.  Hugs...

I am so sorry to hear about you dad’s passing Shari. He was always one of my favorites when I worked at Harrahs. 

I am so sorry Shari 😔 I really liked him a lot 😘 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🌈

Shari, my sincerest condolences to you and your family.  I loved working with Barry and had so many interesting conversations because of his personality, out look and love of golf. May the treasured gifts of memories he gave you and your family bring joy and comfort as you celebrate a life well lived.

So very sorry Shari. Your father was always such a gentle man. He was one of my favorite, dealers. 

Barry was a wonderful man and a great Uncle and there are years and years of fond memories
My prayers for Nancy, Shari, Cary and Jill also

Barry will always be remembered as a favorite neighbor.  It was always nice to see him outside and to receive a friendly wave and smile.
We greatly appreciate the love he showed our dogs.  From the time they were both puppies Barry would talk to, and play with them through our shared fence.  Barry quickly became our current dog Keeper’s favorite person.  Anytime Keeper would see Barry she would wag her whole body and cry with excitement until he would acknowledge her.   We will forever miss walking up the hill and having Barry come outside to say hello, and really knowing he came out to call, see and pet Keeper.

Dad, you are truly missed. I could never get enough of you. You were my hero while growing up, and the only reason I started playing this crazy game of golf was just to be nearer to you. Remember, how I use to ride by bicycle from the house  to Chaple Woods Golf Course  just so I would have a chance to spend time with you. I really did, just want to be next to you.


I looked at your picture today and I wonder what you are seeing today on the other side of the Jordan River? 

I will always long for your approval.


I'm so sad to learn of Barry's passing. I loved seeing him in class. He was such a character! 

Nancy, may God's grace and comfort and love rest on you and your family during this difficult time.

OBITUARY

Barry Glenn Simmons

October 2, 1941 – January 14, 2021

Newcomer's Floral Hills Funeral Home

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