Official Obituary of
Barry Phillip Free
January 14, 1953 ~ August 23, 2018 (age 65) 65 Years Old
Barry Free Obituary
Barry Phillip Free, 65, of Rome, GA passed away surrounded by his family on Thursday, August 23, 2018, at Floyd Medical Center.
Barry was born in Valdosta, GA on January 14, 1953, and is preceded in death by his mother, Opal Ruth (Carver)(Free) Edwards of Rome, GA and his father, John Free of Rome, GA.
Barry is survived by his loving wife, Jo (Albritton) Free of Rome, GA; only daughter, Lindsey (Free) Donovan of Savannah, GA and son-in-law Patrick of Savannah, GA; sister, Cathy (Free)(Blankenship) Mitchell of Ft. Payne, AL; grandchildren, Thaddeus and Piper Donovan of Savannah, GA and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and friends.
Barry was a Navy veteran, assigned to the USS E. A. Green CDD 711. After his service, he became a certified EMT with Floyd Medical Center Ambulance Services where he was a 2nd shift supervisor and certified Cardiac Technician. In the early 1980's, Barry moved to Marietta, GA where he eventually became a Master Plumber. He continued the craft until he retired. Barry was passionate about songwriting and singing and playing his guitar. He performed at various venues, including paid performances, family gatherings, and anyone willing to listen. Singing brought him great joy and happiness, especially when shared with those he loved. Barry enjoyed traveling with his beloved wife Jo. He enjoyed trips to Daytona Beach, Las Vegas, and visiting his friends family in Savannah and Waycross, GA. A Celebration of Life service will be held for Barry on Saturday, September 8, 2018, from 2pm-6pm at the American Legion Post 5, located at 5 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA. All those who knew and loved Barry are invited to attend. Dress for the celebration is casual. In lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations are made to the American Legion Post 5 Honor Guard, located at 5 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165 and the Coosa High School Eagle Band Booster Club, c/o Adam Daniel, CHS Band Director located at 4454 Alabama Hwy, Rome, GA 30165.
" The song has ended, but the melody lingers on…" ~Irving Berlin~ Previous Events Visitation SEP 8. 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (ET) American Legion Post 5 Shorter Ave. Rome, GA 30165 Memorial Service SEP 8. 5:00 PM (ET) American Legion Post 5 Shorter Ave. Rome, GA 30165
Barry was born in Valdosta, GA on January 14, 1953, and is preceded in death by his mother, Opal Ruth (Carver)(Free) Edwards of Rome, GA and his father, John Free of Rome, GA.
Barry is survived by his loving wife, Jo (Albritton) Free of Rome, GA; only daughter, Lindsey (Free) Donovan of Savannah, GA and son-in-law Patrick of Savannah, GA; sister, Cathy (Free)(Blankenship) Mitchell of Ft. Payne, AL; grandchildren, Thaddeus and Piper Donovan of Savannah, GA and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and friends.
Barry was a Navy veteran, assigned to the USS E. A. Green CDD 711. After his service, he became a certified EMT with Floyd Medical Center Ambulance Services where he was a 2nd shift supervisor and certified Cardiac Technician. In the early 1980's, Barry moved to Marietta, GA where he eventually became a Master Plumber. He continued the craft until he retired. Barry was passionate about songwriting and singing and playing his guitar. He performed at various venues, including paid performances, family gatherings, and anyone willing to listen. Singing brought him great joy and happiness, especially when shared with those he loved. Barry enjoyed traveling with his beloved wife Jo. He enjoyed trips to Daytona Beach, Las Vegas, and visiting his friends family in Savannah and Waycross, GA. A Celebration of Life service will be held for Barry on Saturday, September 8, 2018, from 2pm-6pm at the American Legion Post 5, located at 5 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA. All those who knew and loved Barry are invited to attend. Dress for the celebration is casual. In lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations are made to the American Legion Post 5 Honor Guard, located at 5 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165 and the Coosa High School Eagle Band Booster Club, c/o Adam Daniel, CHS Band Director located at 4454 Alabama Hwy, Rome, GA 30165.
" The song has ended, but the melody lingers on…" ~Irving Berlin~ Previous Events Visitation SEP 8. 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (ET) American Legion Post 5 Shorter Ave. Rome, GA 30165 Memorial Service SEP 8. 5:00 PM (ET) American Legion Post 5 Shorter Ave. Rome, GA 30165
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