Barry DeVita, age 70, passed away at Chester County Hospital on Thursday, February 7, 2013. Barry was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on March 20, 1942. Barry loved music; he formed and played in a rock and roll band as a lead singer and guitarist in the early 60’s. He also wrote and copyrighted two songs.Continue Reading
Barry DeVita, age 70, passed away at Chester County Hospital on Thursday, February 7, 2013. Barry was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on March 20, 1942.
Barry loved music; he formed and played in a rock and roll band as a lead singer and guitarist in the early 60’s. He also wrote and copyrighted two songs. He served in the US Air Force for six years. He was an accomplished writer and many of his writings were published. Barry helped with the invention of the first personal office computer (Exxon). He was an amateur mineralogist and astronomer, and he was business partners with his wife Linda. As an ordained minister in the Universal Life Church, he performed several weddings for his beloved family. Barry loved to travel, and has been all over the world. With all these accomplishments his best accomplishment was being the best dad and grandfather in the world.
He is survived by his son, Barry DeVita Jr and wife Catalina of Hatboro, PA; daughter Gretchen Spears and husband Micah of Landenberg, PA; brother Bruce DeVita and wife Jennifer of Layfayette, NJ; father Silvio DeVita of Toms River, NJ; grandchildren Amanda and Andrew DeVita, Isabelle and Lilianna Spears, Steven Blackburn; and son-in-law Steve Blackburn.
Barry was preceded by his wife Linda DeVita, daughter Carol Blackburn and mother Carmella DeVita (Masser).
A memorial service will be held 6PM on Monday, February 11, 2013 at R.T. Foard & Jones Funeral Home, 122 W. Main St., Newark DE 19711. Friends and family may visit two hours prior. Memorial contributions can be made to Plumpton Park zoo c/o the funeral home.
Gamble's Newark Florist
left a message on February 20, 2013:
To the family of Mr. Davita- I wanted to let you know that the white urn filled with white Gladiolas at the funeral service was from Mr. Frank Davita & family. There was a card message but the signature was mistakenly omitted. We apologize for the error and are sorry for your loss.
Bruce DeVita
left a message on February 11, 2013:
I will miss my brother immensely! All the good times we had together. He never complained when he was asked to baby sit me when we were kid's even though there were 10years between us. He could have been off with his friends, but choose to be together. Our annual pizza party will not be the same without him. He was more than a brother, he was my friend. Love him.
Gretchen
left a message on February 10, 2013:
You were my Dad, you were my friend, you were my hero. I miss you so much. I love you so much. I hope you have a Wonderful Valentines Day with the love of your life. OXOX... PS: Tell Mom I love and miss her.
Roger Bippus
left a message on February 9, 2013:
Barry and I were classmates but moreover we were the best of friends. We shared many happy days together at school and beyond. Although the miles separated us, over the years we always stayed in touch. I will miss my friend.
Frank & Carol DeVita
left a message on February 8, 2013:
We will miss our dear cousin and friend. Rest in Peace. Love Frank & Carol
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Gamble's Newark Florist
left a message on February 20, 2013:
To the family of Mr. Davita- I wanted to let you know that the white urn filled with white Gladiolas at the funeral service was from Mr. Frank Davita & family. There was a card message but the signature was mistakenly omitted. We apologize for the error and are sorry for your loss.
Bruce DeVita
left a message on February 11, 2013:
I will miss my brother immensely! All the good times we had together. He never complained when he was asked to baby sit me when we were kid's even though there were 10years between us. He could have been off with his friends, but choose to be together. Our annual pizza party will not be the same without him. He was more than a brother, he was my friend. Love him.
Gretchen
left a message on February 10, 2013:
You were my Dad, you were my friend, you were my hero. I miss you so much. I love you so much. I hope you have a Wonderful Valentines Day with the love of your life. OXOX... PS: Tell Mom I love and miss her.
Roger Bippus
left a message on February 9, 2013:
Barry and I were classmates but moreover we were the best of friends. We shared many happy days together at school and beyond. Although the miles separated us, over the years we always stayed in touch. I will miss my friend.
Frank & Carol DeVita
left a message on February 8, 2013:
We will miss our dear cousin and friend. Rest in Peace. Love Frank & Carol
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.