R. Edward Barry

January 8, 2024

CHARLOTTE – R. Edward Barry passed away Monday, January 8, 2024.  The son of Prudence and Raymond Barry, Ed was born in Middleboro, Massachusetts, on June 27, 1940.  His childhood was spent in Massachusetts and Rhode Island before moving to Shelby, NC in 1950. In his early years, Ed was challenged by medical issues related to his lungs for which he had to undergo multiple surgeries.  Despite these many challenges, he excelled at many athletic endeavors, particularly golf, tennis, and skiing.

Ed graduated from Shelby High School and then received a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from NC State University.  Upon graduation, he joined TRW in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, and soon thereafter met his future wife, Sandra Moore.  During their 57 ½ year marriage, Ed’s job required living in various locations, with Ed’s and Sandi’s favorite being Bristol, England, where they lived for eight years.  There he was the managing director of TRW England.  Upon returning to the United States, he accepted the position of VP of Sales for Hilex Controls, Inc.  In retirement, Ed enjoyed aiding entrepreneurs through SCORE, as well as mentoring troubled youth.  He was also a great “Mr. Fixit.”

Survivors include his beloved wife, Sandi; his siblings, Charlotte Barry Cannon, Claire Barry Lunt and her husband, Bob, and Paul Barry, MD and his wife, Debbie and by many beloved nieces and nephews and their children.  Also surviving are his brother-in-law, Rick Moore and sister-in-law, Helen Van Dyke and her husband, Bob.

Ed will be remembered for his quick wit, his love of his pet Dachshunds, his kindness and thoughtfulness to others, and immeasurable generosity, as well as his inner strength and determination in confronting life’s obstacles.  Ed loved life!

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Steele Creek Presbyterian Church at Pleasant Hill, 15000 York Road, Charlotte, NC.  The family will receive friends following the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be offered in memory of  Ed to: Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306 or American Lung Association, National Direct Response, PO Box 756, Osceola, WI 54020 or American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28204 (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

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  • George Benjamin

    God bless you Ed you were always a good friend

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  • George Benjamin

    When Ed and Sandi lived in Michigan Ed and I were the best of friends. Ed was the most curious person you would ever meet always wondering always asking.
    When we moved to Tennessee and Ed and Sandi to North Carolina I missed his friendship so much. Ed was one of a kind an irreplaceable friend. Rest in peace
    Ed and God bless you.

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  • ford c mcdonald

    So sorry for your loss. Ed and I were classmates at Shelby High School. I was also his paperboy during our our high school years. I remember Ed very as being very bright, kind and gentle. He will surely be missed by all who knew him.

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  • Maryse B Robertson

    Ed held a special place in my heart. He played the role of a father figure and a remarkable mentor during our time at Hi-Lex, while also being an exceptional friend. His absence will be deeply felt, and my thoughts are with Sandi during this difficult time. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

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  • Maryse B Robertson

    Ed held a special place in my heart. He played the role of a father figure and a remarkable mentor during our time at Hi-Lex, while also being an exceptional friend. His absence will be deeply felt, and my thoughts are with Sandi during this difficult time. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

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  • Bobby Caldwell

    So sorry to learn of Ed’s passing. We were classmates at Shelby High and he was my next door neighbor. Ed was well respected as a friend and fellow classmate.

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  • Bobby Caldwell

    So sorry to learn of Ed’s death. We were classmates at Shelby High and he was also my next door neighbor. He was a good friend and highly respected and very kind.

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  • Mary Ann Powell Goins

    Ed and I were classmates at Shelby High School, Class of 1959. My sincere condolences to his wife and family. May God comfort all and his memory be a blessing always. Ed will be remembered and missed by classmates as an exceptional student and friend with a ready smile and we are saddened for this loss.

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  • John Walker

    Leesa and I are very sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

    John and Leesa Walker

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