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BARRY LEONARD HEDLEY SCOTT
Born: Feb 28, 1943
Date of Passing: Feb 06, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBARRY LEONARD HEDLEY SCOTT It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Barry Leonard Hedley Scott on Wednesday, February 6, 2013, surrounded by his family, in New Westminister, B.C. He will be greatly missed by his wife Diana; children Barry, Glenn (Michelle), Shaun (Kim), Wendy Wasylnuk (Gary), and Buddy all of Winnipeg, and Tara Kong (Adam) of New Westminister, B.C.; his brothers and sisters Durlene (Bill), Earl (Susan), Valdine, (Mike d.), Tom (Lucille), and Karen all of Winnipeg; as well as his grandchildren Tiara, Kaila, Jaida, Adam, Mitchell, Mason, Jody (Chris), Jamie (Fatima), Dustin (Ashley), Jasmine, Holley, Brandin, Tess, Shaylee, Shanna, Mikayla, Kaydi, Alycia, Nikki, Ricky, Christina and Danny Jr.; and his many cherished great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Barry was predeceased by his stepchildren Danny and Shannon McDermot and by his father Earl and mother Violet (nee Foley). Barry was born in Neepawa, MB, on February 28, 1943. At the age of 10, his family moved to Winnipeg where he spent the next 30 years before he took up residence in B.C. He had a varied career and gleaned much satisfaction from the work he did with troubled youth. He was involved in the first Meals on Wheels program through the Rehabilitation Hospital in Winnipeg, was the Assistant Director of Pathways homes and developed a policy manual adopted across Manitoba at that time. He was a member of the New Westminister Advocacy Committee for Seniors and also received honours from the city of Vancouver for saving the lives of two individuals. He had a passion for life, an intense interest in politics, world affairs, and sports and passed many happy hours watching his football games on television. Barry was a sensitive, loving, intelligent, thoughtful man with a wonderful sense of humor. His love for family was evident in the warmth and affection with which he carried out his roles as husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. He adored Blackie the squirrel and lovingly prepared treats for any creature that happened near his home. A dreamer, a romantic and deeply influenced by Buddhism, he found poetry in trees blowing in the wind, the power of lightening and the beauty of the sky. His struggle was long and hard but his courage was immense. "Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared." Be at peace Dad, your love will last forever. The family greatly appreciated the care of the doctors and staff at the Royal Columbia Hospital during these difficult months. A memorial service will be held in Winnipeg at a later date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 09, 2013
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Happy Birthday Dad! Missing you so much! It's just not the same without you in our lives. - Posted by: Wendy Scott Wasylnuk (Daughter) on: Feb 28, 2014
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Dianne and family sorry to hear about Barrys passing he was a great person and will be sadly missed by all the family. Dianne I lived across from you on dalhousie in winnipeg hope you remember me just wanted to send my condolences to you and the family again and know that he loved you all. Please write me an e-mail would be good to hear from you My brother robin is Wendys best friend in winnipeg. hope to hear from you. sandy scott - Posted by: Sandra Fraser re; sandy scott (cousin) on: Mar 18, 2013
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Wendy, Gary & Family. So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad Barry. I will always remember the summer he spent on Greenhoven and cherish the memories. He was a great man and will be missed. All my love to you in this difficult time. - Posted by: Shelly Scanlon (Friend) on: Feb 15, 2013
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So Sad, but many memories! - Posted by: Bernie (Family friend) on: Feb 14, 2013
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To My Dear Brother Barry. With Love Valdine “He Ain’t Heavy…He’s My Brother” Bobby Scott and Bob Russell The road is long With many a winding turn That leads us to who knows where Who knows when But I'm strong Strong enough to carry him He ain't heavy, he's my brother So on we go His welfare is of my concern No burden is he to bear We'll get there For I know He would not encumber me He ain't heavy, he's my brother If I'm laden at all I'm laden with sadness That everyone's heart Isn't filled with the gladness Of love for one another It's a long, long road From which there is no return While we're on the way to there Why not share And the load Doesn't weigh me down at all He ain't heavy, he's my brother He's my brother He ain't heavy, he's my brother... - Posted by: Valdine Scott (Sister) on: Feb 12, 2013
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Wendy Gary and Family So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We will always have fond memories of the times we spent with him during his stay with you. Gail and Bill - Posted by: Gail and Bill Souch (Friend ) on: Feb 11, 2013
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Dad, I will love you forever! You will be in my thoughts every minute of everyday. I still don't believe you're gone. You will be in my heart forever. Love your Princess xoxo - Posted by: Wendy Wasylnuk (Daughter) on: Feb 09, 2013