Barry Halliday, age 66 of Colora, MD, passed away suddenly Thursday, November 29, 2012. Born November 29, 1946 in Ithaca, NY, Barry was the son of the late Donald A. Halliday, Sr. and Elisabeth (Blessing) Halliday Burgess. He worked for many years in the food service industry as a director, most recently at Applebee’s. HeContinue Reading
Barry Halliday, age 66 of Colora, MD, passed away suddenly Thursday, November 29, 2012. Born November 29, 1946 in Ithaca, NY, Barry was the son of the late Donald A. Halliday, Sr. and Elisabeth (Blessing) Halliday Burgess.
He worked for many years in the food service industry as a director, most recently at Applebee’s. He was a member of the ΣAE fraternity, the Jay Cee’s, the Colora Civic Association, and was the former Vice President of the Villages of Crofton Home Association.
Barry loved wood-working, gardening, reading, sailing, golfing, and traveling. He also adored spending time with his beloved Great Danes. However, family was his heart and soul. Barry cherished every moment spent with his beautiful, wonderful and devoted wife, Donna and his son, Ryan.
Barry is survived by his loving wife, Donna of 27 years; son, Ryan Crouse and his fiancée, Kelly O’Hara of Bear, DE; sister-in-law, Deborah Halliday of Rancho Santa Fe, CA; and his niece, Liz Halliday Sharp of the United Kingdom. Including his parents, Barry was also predeceased by his step-father, Harry Burgess and his brother Donald A. Halliday, Jr.
A service will be held in his honor at 8 p.m. Thursday, December 6, 2012 at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, 111 S. Queen Street, Rising Sun, MD 21911. Friends and family may visit beginning at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League, Inc. (MAGDRL), 726 Route 202 South, Suite 320-140, Bridgewater, NJ 08807.
Pete & Joyce
left a message on December 6, 2012:
Thinking of you. Praying God will comfort you with His grace. Hugs and prayers, Love to you. Joyce & Pete
Sue Duffield
left a message on December 6, 2012:
Barry was our friend. He was also our kids' friend. He was more like the peaceful overseer of Scott Run Circle. I loved his dry humor, his intellectual wisdom on many things, but especially loved how he was "dad" to a son he didn't genetically create. That was just a minor detail. Barry could, in one moment or phrase, settle everyone's spirit - by his gentle tone and care. I loved hearing his stories, especially of his own childhood. A man who seemingly had much to battle and overcome as a kid, somehow created his own way and space. He was not only a great dad and husband, but knew how to love his friends. I ache for my Donna, knowing the huge hole in your heart. I want to fix it but don't know how. But I will pray and AM praying for our Abba "Dad" to wrap His arms around you. He is doing this now.
Jim Torbert and Family
left a message on December 6, 2012:
Deeply extend our sympathy to Donna and Family. Wanted to be there for you but had commitment to help a distressed family on my side. Always look forward to time of seeing such loved ones in future as noted in hope described at John 5:28, 29 by Jesus Christ himself. A time when no one will be sick or such pains will exist. jimt
Lynn Frisch
left a message on December 5, 2012:
Until we meet again, My Friend.
Mike & Anita McLaughlin
left a message on December 4, 2012:
It was back in '09 and the big generators were inching their way thru the county, we happened upon two newbies [to the neighborhood] sitting on their truck tailgate, watching this "event". Striking up a conversation, with introductions and a friendship was soon born. We'll always have that friendship and appreciate the time and talks, we shared with Barry.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kim
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Donna, Ryan & Kelly, There are no words that can be said to change the circimstances but know that if it were possible, I would say those words over and over for you. My heart is with you, my thoughts are full of you at this time and my prayers are with out ceasing. God Bless. Warm hugs and much, much love. Kim
sandy shorty>
left a message on December 3, 2012:
my thoughts go out 2 u i am so sorry
Sharon Miller Otero
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Donna, Ryan and Kellie, Words are so hard to find to express the loss you must feel. I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. I am here for you all, and just a phone call away. Barry was loved by so many and will be so missed. Hugs to you all. I will see you soon. I love you......~Sharon
Barry Crone
left a message on December 3, 2012:
So sorry about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Barry was a wonderful guy and he will be greatly missed. All our love, Barry, Bruce & Freddie.
Margaret O'Hara & Marie Hanna
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Words can't express how sad we are for you, hold on tight to your memory's he will always be in your hearts
Heather Bowersox
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Ryan, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything at all, please let me know.
Karen Bacon
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Donna,Ryan and Kellie, I am so sorry for your loss.My heart goes out to you.Keep the memories alive of barry it will get you through this rough time as well more important you keep the faith.I will be praying for you.All my love karen
Hillary Arena
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna, Words cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of your husband and best friend, Barry. Please know that I am thinking of you & Ryan and am asking God to bring you both peace and comfort. Barry was a wonderful husband and I know that you will miss him dearly. I am here if you need me. Remember that even though he has departed this earthly life, he will always be in your heart. I love you sister! Hillary (Horner) Arena
Debb Banks Walker
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna - my heart is so sad for you & what you are going through and that your sweet Barry has passed away. Prayers and love to you and your family and hopes that all of your happy memories will help bring comfort to you. Much love my friend, Debb
Cathy Harris
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna, Words are not enough to express my sadness at the loss of your beloved Barry. Trust God and he will carry you through this difficult time. You will need your family and friends more than ever. Know that I am here for you anytime day or night you need to talk or pray or cry. Please don't ever feel like you are alone, I know the journey you are facing. Remember I love you and I will always be there for you. Your longtime friend. Cathy Harris
Elizabeth Roberts O'Neill
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know, as you do, that these times are not easy but they do get better as time goes on. Barry is now in an eternal place watching over you and your family. Sending my hugs and prayers to you. Elizabeth
Meg Ambrose-Brown
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna, I'm sorry your beloved husband passed away. May all the wonderful memories be of comfort to you and the rest of the family. Love ya. Your old school chum from Titusville--Meg.
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Pete & Joyce
left a message on December 6, 2012:
Thinking of you. Praying God will comfort you with His grace. Hugs and prayers, Love to you. Joyce & Pete
Sue Duffield
left a message on December 6, 2012:
Barry was our friend. He was also our kids' friend. He was more like the peaceful overseer of Scott Run Circle. I loved his dry humor, his intellectual wisdom on many things, but especially loved how he was "dad" to a son he didn't genetically create. That was just a minor detail. Barry could, in one moment or phrase, settle everyone's spirit - by his gentle tone and care. I loved hearing his stories, especially of his own childhood. A man who seemingly had much to battle and overcome as a kid, somehow created his own way and space. He was not only a great dad and husband, but knew how to love his friends. I ache for my Donna, knowing the huge hole in your heart. I want to fix it but don't know how. But I will pray and AM praying for our Abba "Dad" to wrap His arms around you. He is doing this now.
Jim Torbert and Family
left a message on December 6, 2012:
Deeply extend our sympathy to Donna and Family. Wanted to be there for you but had commitment to help a distressed family on my side. Always look forward to time of seeing such loved ones in future as noted in hope described at John 5:28, 29 by Jesus Christ himself. A time when no one will be sick or such pains will exist. jimt
Lynn Frisch
left a message on December 5, 2012:
Until we meet again, My Friend.
Mike & Anita McLaughlin
left a message on December 4, 2012:
It was back in '09 and the big generators were inching their way thru the county, we happened upon two newbies [to the neighborhood] sitting on their truck tailgate, watching this "event". Striking up a conversation, with introductions and a friendship was soon born. We'll always have that friendship and appreciate the time and talks, we shared with Barry.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kim
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Donna, Ryan & Kelly, There are no words that can be said to change the circimstances but know that if it were possible, I would say those words over and over for you. My heart is with you, my thoughts are full of you at this time and my prayers are with out ceasing. God Bless. Warm hugs and much, much love. Kim
sandy shorty>
left a message on December 3, 2012:
my thoughts go out 2 u i am so sorry
Sharon Miller Otero
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Donna, Ryan and Kellie, Words are so hard to find to express the loss you must feel. I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. I am here for you all, and just a phone call away. Barry was loved by so many and will be so missed. Hugs to you all. I will see you soon. I love you......~Sharon
Barry Crone
left a message on December 3, 2012:
So sorry about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Barry was a wonderful guy and he will be greatly missed. All our love, Barry, Bruce & Freddie.
Margaret O'Hara & Marie Hanna
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Words can't express how sad we are for you, hold on tight to your memory's he will always be in your hearts
Heather Bowersox
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Ryan, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything at all, please let me know.
Karen Bacon
left a message on December 3, 2012:
Donna,Ryan and Kellie, I am so sorry for your loss.My heart goes out to you.Keep the memories alive of barry it will get you through this rough time as well more important you keep the faith.I will be praying for you.All my love karen
Hillary Arena
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna, Words cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of your husband and best friend, Barry. Please know that I am thinking of you & Ryan and am asking God to bring you both peace and comfort. Barry was a wonderful husband and I know that you will miss him dearly. I am here if you need me. Remember that even though he has departed this earthly life, he will always be in your heart. I love you sister! Hillary (Horner) Arena
Debb Banks Walker
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna - my heart is so sad for you & what you are going through and that your sweet Barry has passed away. Prayers and love to you and your family and hopes that all of your happy memories will help bring comfort to you. Much love my friend, Debb
Cathy Harris
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna, Words are not enough to express my sadness at the loss of your beloved Barry. Trust God and he will carry you through this difficult time. You will need your family and friends more than ever. Know that I am here for you anytime day or night you need to talk or pray or cry. Please don't ever feel like you are alone, I know the journey you are facing. Remember I love you and I will always be there for you. Your longtime friend. Cathy Harris
Elizabeth Roberts O'Neill
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know, as you do, that these times are not easy but they do get better as time goes on. Barry is now in an eternal place watching over you and your family. Sending my hugs and prayers to you. Elizabeth
Meg Ambrose-Brown
left a message on December 2, 2012:
Donna, I'm sorry your beloved husband passed away. May all the wonderful memories be of comfort to you and the rest of the family. Love ya. Your old school chum from Titusville--Meg.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.