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KALBFLEISCH, Barry John 'Bib'

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Passed away peacefully at Freeport Hospital on September 27 at the age of 57.

Beloved husband of Julie (nee Stere) for 27 years. Loving and devoted father to Cameron and Emily. Beloved son of Lois Kalbfleisch and predeceased by his father Gary Kalbfleisch. Dear brother of Krista Faddies (Edward) and Bryan Kalbfleisch (Polly). Remembered by his aunts and uncles Gloria Klein, Ina and Edward Davy, Larry Freel. Cherished brother-in-law to Shelley Schenk and Kim Bell (David). He’ll be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, cousins and godson Dennis Bell.

Predeceased by his mother and father-in-law Rose and Claire Stere, his grandparents Edna and Alfred Ledger, Irene and John Kalbfleisch, his aunt Merle Freel and uncle Gilbert Klein.

Barry loved his family more than anything else. He was proud of Cameron and Emily and the people they’ve become. He taught his children many skills with patience and kindness, he supported them in their sports and interests. We enjoyed many years of camping and campfires with family and friends. Many cherished family memories were made at Pike Lake and on the shores of Lake Huron. Barry was a devoted Boston Bruins and Seattle Seahawks fan. He loved listening to many genres of music and attending live music events.

Barry loved his friends and was always up for a good time. Everyone will miss his smile, his zest for fun and adventure. Barry was a devoted employee of 25 years at Formatop Manufacturing Company. He was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, New Hamburg.

Further to Barry’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Family and friends will be received in the Francis Funeral Home, 77 Woodstock St. N., Tavistock for a memorial visitation on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. A memorial service will take place at the funeral home, on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 11 am. A private inurnment will take place at Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Grand River Hospital Foundation or Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hamburg would be appreciated. Personal condolences can be posted at www.francisfh.ca