Obituaries

MCGOWAN, Barry Robert John

July 20, 1945 - Sept 20, 2019

Barry passed away suddenly and unexpectedly after a courageous battle with cancer.
Survived by his daughters Jenny(Sean), Carol (Shayne); stepdaughters Joanne (Sean) & Bev.
Grandchildren Kaius, Ryder, Braxton, Riley, Pamela, Stewart, Abbe and Jacob, sister Heather(Len), niece and nephew Victoria and Christopher, as well as extended family and friends.
Predeceased by his wife Marion, and her son Robert.
A true gentleman, Barry was known for his infectious smile, sparkling eyes and a firm handshake. He enjoyed a lengthy career with Sears that spanned nearly 40 years.
After retiring, he could be found making memories with family & friends doing all the things he loved.
Fishing, camping, snowshoeing and cheering on his favorite local team " The Rockets!"

A celebration of life will be held at The Kelowna Golf & Country Club Thursday, October 10th 2019 at 3:00 pm. 1297 Glenmore Rd. Kelowna, BC.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com 250-860-6440

Link: www.everdenrust.com

Condolence Messages

Oct 15, 2019
Jenny, Carol and family,

Barry was such a wonderful dad and friend to all. I will miss our laughs whenever we saw each other. I am thinking of you all and sending love!

Julie
Oct 10, 2019
To Barry’s family,

Barry was our neighbor for the past 6 years and always brought a smile to my children’s faces. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Barry was a true gentleman and will be missed beyond what words can describe. Sending love.

The Dunn family
Oct 07, 2019
To Barry’s Family - my sincere condolences. Barry was a nice man and a good neighbor for many years, he will be missed. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Brenda Matichuk
Oct 06, 2019
To the McGowan family: I knew both Marion and Barry through Sears. Barry was always my go-to-guy, whether it be furniture or appliances. Always the consummate professional, and trustworthy to a fault. Most importantly he was a good person and always made you feel that you were more than just another customer. He was the reason you went to Sears.

He told me that his main reason for retirement was to be able to spend time with his grandchildren - no better reason than that!

My deepest sympathies.

Jan Cooper
Oct 04, 2019
To the Family,

I also worked at Sears and had the pleasure of knowing both Barry and Marion. They were kind hearted, generous people with fabulous senses of humor. They will be sadly missed. My deepest condolences.

Hailey Cederholm
Oct 03, 2019
We are so sorry for the whole family, Barry was always such a pleasure to be with, always smiling, a great sense of humour, a true pleasure to call him a friend. All the best to all. Skip&Pat
Oct 02, 2019
To Barry’s family

I worked with Barry at Sears, he was always fun to work with. Whenever I needed help with anything, he was there. I am very heart broken to hear if his passing. May you all find peace during this time.

Christina Nymark
Oct 01, 2019
Jenny,Carol,and family, So sorry to hear about your Dad it was always such a pleasure to see him,we shared many a laugh,a really decent man. You took such good care of him these last few months.He will be missed. Love to you all, Barb Kemmis
Oct 01, 2019
Even though a long stretch has passed since we could spend time together, my best happy memories of younger years so often involve Barry and his family. Fishing, camping, hiking, back road adventures all come to mind. These were only some of the shared experiences so greatly enhanced by Barry’s kindness, generosity and sense of humor. He was one of the good guys that made this world a better place from his time here.

Barry, my old friend, rest peacefully. We will miss you, but always remember you with respect, admiration and love.

Jim Clark
Sep 30, 2019
Jenny, Carol and family, so very sorry to hear of your father's passing, he will be miss by many, may good memories bring you peace.

Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.

Berbie and family.
Sep 30, 2019
Jenny - so sorry to hear this. Sending my deepest sympathies. Cindy Mack (nee Terai)
Sep 29, 2019
Carol, Shayne and family,

Our condolences in the loss of your dad. Hang onto the memories.

Sam and Richard
Sep 28, 2019
Dear Jenny and family,

We are very sorry of the passing of your Dad . He will be missed by everyone who knew him. May your fondest memories help to comfort at this time.

Love and prayers, Dolly and Larry
Sep 28, 2019
My deepest sympathy to Barry's family. I worked with Barry for many years at Sears. Fine gentleman he will be missed.

Shirley Bach
Sep 28, 2019
Our sincere condolences. Ron & Zinnia Gregory
Sep 28, 2019
We have been neighbors for 12 years now. We were shocked to read this. Barry was such a nice guy and will surely be missed. Rob Meredith and Kaslo Ferner
Sep 27, 2019
I had the privilege of working with Barry for over 30 years at Sears. We had a lot of laughs and great times. Barry had a great sense of humour, and never got too upset over any issues. I am shocked and saddened to lose a good friend, and Marlene and I offer our condolences to the family. Rest In Peace my friend, you left this earth way too soon.
Sep 27, 2019
To the family of Barry McGowan....we are so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. What a wonderful person he was......I worked with Barry at Sears, first in the retail store, then in the furniture store. It was always a pleasure to Have him around. After retiring from the store the one thing I really missed was Barry’s neck massages, he gave the best one when I needed it the most. Seemed like it was a second job for him at the store and we all loved him fo it. He will be missed by many.

Aileen & Harry Grams
Sep 27, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. I enjoyed working with Barry, always had a smile and a positive person. He will be greatly missed.

Darlene and Dwight Bleiler
Sep 27, 2019
Jenny I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I will miss seeing Barry at the Rockets game. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Thinking of you

Susan Goulet
Sep 27, 2019
Carol, Shayne and entire family. We are so saddened for your loss. Cherish those memories and keep them close to your heart. Bryan and Glenda Jackson
Sep 27, 2019
My sincere condolences to you all at this sad time. Thoughts & prayers for you.Barb Shoemaker
Sep 27, 2019
Our prayers and love are sent to the family. Barry will be missed by all who knew him. We never met a finer salesmen then Barry as his honesty came first. May he Rest In Peace. His friends Jerry & Lillian Moller
Sep 27, 2019
I'm sorry to hear of Barry's passing. He was one of my favourite people at Sears.

Miriam Lowen
Sep 27, 2019
Jenny, Sean, Carol, Shayne, my condolences, sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.

Bob
Sep 27, 2019
I am so sorry on hearing of Barry's passing. It was great working with Barry at NGE school. He will be missed.

David & Wendy Ikesaka
Sep 27, 2019
Jenny and family, I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. My heart is breaking for all of you. Hugs and love to you at this difficult time. Marlys
Sep 27, 2019
To Barry's family, I worked with Barry at Sears and always enjoyed talking with him. He was a fun person to work with. When I saw him outside of Sears he was always willing to stop and chat a bit. May you find peace.

Lee Cannel