Barry is survived by Judy, his wife of 52 years. He is also survived by his son Jeff (Stephanie) with grandsons Kevin, Ian and Alex and his son Jamey (Kim) with granddaughters Alyssa and Mikayla. Barry was born in Schumacher, Ontario to Cecilia and Edgar Hicks. With siblings Joyce, Orville (predeceased), Doreen, Val, Greig, Becky, Barbara, Jennifer and Georgie.
Barry worked at Budd Automotive for 33 years and had a passion for sports, managed the Schumacher Bears and rooted for Mickey Mantle, the New York Yankees and Montreal Canadiens.
Cremation has taken place along with a private family ceremony. Any donations may be made to the hospice, Lisaard House.
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