Barry Clifford Fairburn
November 30, 1944 - November 2, 2023
Peacefully at Norfolk General Hospital on November 2, 2023, at the age of 78 years. Predeceased by his parents Clifford and Dorothy Fairburn of Hamilton and his beloved wife Catherine of almost 50 years. Loving father of Janice (Chris) and Ronald (Tammy). Dear grandpa of Jaime, Jake, Cameron and Cody. Cherished brother of Robert(Cheryl). Barry was a lifelong member of King St Baptist Church and Zion United Church until their closures and then joined Hagersville United Church. Barry was a retiree of Stelco and an avid railroad enthusiast. Special thanks to Dr Mitchell, Dr. Phillips, Dr Randazzo, Dr K and the caring staff and support workers at West Haldimand General Hospital, Norfolk General Hospital and AbleLiving Hagersville who made his last few months enjoyable.
Funeral Service will be held at the Hyde & Mott Chapel of R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main St. S., Hagersville on Monday November 13, 2023 at 1pm, (visitation 1 hour before service). Interment at Hagersville Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to West Haldimand General Hospital Foundation or Hagersville United Church.
"For God so loved the world that he gave his only son, that whoever believes
in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” -- John 3:16
Condolences
Posted by
Matthew Callaghan
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Nov 8th, 2023
To all of the Fairburn family, I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the loss of a special friend and mentor. I had the great privilege of assisting Barry and eventually taking over the lay-pastoring at Zion when Barry's time and devotion was needed to tend to Cathy's debilitating condition. No matter what the circumstance were, Barry always comforted and advised me, an untrained and very green lay-preacher, to relax and enjoy the sharing of Christ's good news with the very special Zion family. This was also very important for my wife, a new Canadian citizen from Korea, to accept Cathy as a Canadian sister and Barry as an 'Oppa' (older brother). I can honestly say that Barry and Cathy were both responsible for Sylvia to truly feel and appreciate becoming a Canadian. Though I feel the loss of a good friend, I know that Barry is finally reunited with your mother.
Posted by
Maggie Dennis
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Nov 11th, 2023
Barry was a good friend at Hagersville United. We enjoyed many lunches after service on Sundays. He was always smiling, laughing, kind and generous with his wisdom. He kept his smile, kindness and wisdom all the time, even when suffering. He reached out and helped others with whatever he could offer if only an uplifting word.
Posted by
Christina Jordison
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Nov 12th, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the Fairburn family with hearing of Barry’s passing. Chris and I were so glad to have Barry and Cathy as neighbours and they will be missed. We have fond memories of countless conversations, Barry riding his bike around the neighbourhood and will never forget his smile, his laugh and friendship. Thank you for memories Barry.
Posted by
Christina Jordison
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Nov 12th, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the Fairburn family with hearing of Barry’s passing. Chris and I were so glad to have Barry and Cathy as neighbours and they will be missed. We have fond memories of countless conversations, Barry riding his bike around the neighbourhood and will never forget his smile, his laugh and friendship. Thank you for memories Barry.
Posted by
Christina Jordison
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Nov 12th, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the Fairburn family with hearing of Barry’s passing. Chris and I were so glad to have Barry and Cathy as neighbours and they will be missed. We have fond memories of countless conversations, Barry riding his bike around the neighbourhood and will never forget his smile, his laugh and friendship. Thank you for memories Barry.
Posted by
Dale Vecero
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Nov 12th, 2023
It was such a pleasure to have known Barry. We met at Hagerville United and he instantly became a welcome part of our Church family.He had a presence that will surely be missed by all who knew him. I loved listening to his stories about "Trains". He is now with his beloved Catherine whom he missed dearly. Thoughts are with the family at this time.
