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John 'Barry' Laite
Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Born: January 13th, 1966
Passed in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: January 31st, 2012
It is with the deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend Barry on Jan. 31, 2012.
Barry is survived by his loving wife Joanne of 24 years; daughters, Jennifer (Daniel) Ferguson, Kristine and Victoria; and only granddaughter Sophie; sisters, Juanita (Rick) MacKenzie, Elizabeth Pats, Cheryl; and brother, Terry (Helen); his mother, Lillias; mother-in-law, Joan MacLean; sisters-in-law, Linda (Brent) Duff, Margie Babineau (Donnie) and Carol (Gordie) Lynk; many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles who he cherished.
His long conversations of the shipping industry with his best friends Vlad Churney and Jeff Langille were always enjoyed.
Prior to a long illness with Systemic Mastocytosis, Barry was employed as a marine engineer with Cal-Dive International on the Deep Sea Vessel, Uncle John. He had a passion for the sea and engineering that only few could understand. Barry travelled the world during his career sailing with Stolt Parcel Tankers Inc., Confidence and Pride Tankers. His most memorable position was with Strait Crossing, HLV Svanen constructing the Confederation Bridge, P.E.I. He was also employed with Kent Line Ltd., Upper Lake Shipping, Reliance Offshore, and Atlantic Towing Ltd.
Barry received his Marine Engineering and associated training with the Nautical Institute Campus, Port Hawkesbury; Texas A&M University; Warsash Marine Centre, Hampshire, U.K.
Barry was known for his love of needing to know how everything worked mechanically and he loved to share this wealth of information with everyone. His captivating conversations will be missed by all who had the privilege of visiting or calling. He was never “a man of few words”.
His daughters and granddaughter were his pride and joy and they will miss him deeply but his memory will live on in their daily lives as he has taught them to be strong and speak their mind.
Barry was predeceased by his father, John Dilbert Laite and niece, Tonya Kelly-Lepe.
There will be no visitation by family request. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday Feb. 4, 2012, at the chapel of S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with Mathew Swan officiating. Interment to take place at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the research of orphan diseases or Mastocytosis Society www.mastocytosis.ca.
Online condolences may be made on our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com.
Condolences
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Chair, TMS
“The Board and members of The Mastocytosis Society, Inc receied this news with great sadness, and send our thoughts and prayers to comfort Barry's family in this time of loss.”
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“I am so sorry to hear of Barry's passing. While I did not know him personally, as a fellow sufferer of Systemic Mastocytosis I am saddened to hear of his passing. Our thoughts are with your family.”
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“I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. My sincerest condolences. The Masto community around the world is thinking of you and sending love your way.”
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“I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know him, but feel connected to all those who suffer from mastocytosis, as I do. His passing is deeply felt throughout the mastocytosis community worldwide.”
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“So sad to hear the news, you all have been in my thoughts and prayers.My heart breaks for you all ...going through the pain of losing a loved one.Cherish the memories you all have...”
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Laite family
“Dear Joanne,
Growing up with you and knowing your family. Grace and I (Leona ) were very sad to hear about the death of your husband Barry. May you cheerish all the memories you had made in the past 24 years. God bless !” -
Joeanne and Family
“My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time... Rest In Peace Barry...”
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Mrs
“Dear Joanne and family,
My heart goes out to you all at this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you..stay strong..hugs. Rest in Peace Barry x” -
“Sincere condolences to the family - may you be spared further sorrow.”
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“John was the first person Ispoke to after I was diagnosed with Masto. His comforting words helped immensly.
He will be missed” -
Past President & Co-Founder, Mastocytosis Society Canada
“Dear Joanne and Family and Friends of Barry,
My deepest condolences to all of you. I've just learned about this and in shock.
Barry made himself available to anyone and everyone living with mastocytosis who reached out to him. He has long been a valuable support to many fellow Canadians dealing with the same health issues. I remember speaking with him about the lengths he had to go to due to this illness. This is just so sad and words are failing me right now. Please know that we're here for you at any time.
On behalf of everyone at Mastocytosis Society Canada, we are all very sorry and will miss Barry. We are keeping you in our thoughts.
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“Dear Joanne and family: We were so saddened to hear of Barry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please do not hesitate to call on us if there is anything you need. We are only a short walk away. May Barry rest in peace. Jeannie, Steve, Travis & Tyler ”
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“My sincere sympathy to you all at this time.”
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Victoria's teacher
“Victoria,
I was shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ” -
Jenn, Daniel, and family....
“Thoughts go out to you during this difficult time..........Prayers to you all!”
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Friends & Family
“Thinking of all of you .. You are in our thoughts and prayers...So sorry for your loss....”
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To Joanne and Family
“My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this time. Sorry for your loss.”
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“Dear Joanne and Family,
So sorry to hear the sad news. I spoke with Barry just the other evening and yes, he was not "a man of few words".He was always nice to talk to and taught me a thing or two. I will be thinking of you in the difficult days ahead. ” -
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“Joanne,kids and extended family, so sorry to hear of Barry's passing, we worked with him at Zellers, many years ago, great guy and will be missed by all who knew him. Take care.”
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“ My sincere condolences to Joanne and family your in our thoughts & prayers...”
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To the Laite Family
“I knew Barry from Rockcliff, he was always lots of fun. My deepest condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the months to come.”
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Fellow Co-worker
“So sorry to hear of Barry's passing. I enjoyed working with Barry at Zellers many years ago. He was truly just a nice guy. My thoughts are with his family.”
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To the Family
“Sorry to hear of Barrys passing.Toughts and Prayers are with you at this sad time..”
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Condolences
“Jennifer, Daniel and family:
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Our thoughts are prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
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“very sorry for your lost.”
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TO JENNIFER DANIEL AND THE LAITE FAMILY
“MY SINCEREST SYMPATHY AT THIS VERY SAD TIME. CHERISH YOUR GREAT MEMORIES AND SPEAK OF THEM OFTEN - IT WILL HELP.”
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Condolences
“Very sorry to hear about your loss.”
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Deepest Condolences
“Such sadness for you all. Please know that we are as always thinking of your family.and friends today. ”
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To the family
“So very sorry to hear about Barry, I have many memories of him when he was a small child in North Sydney,my thoughts are with you.”
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“Dear Jen,Daniel & Laite family:
Our thoughts prayers are with you at
this difficult time. Cherish the memories.
May he R.I.P.” -
barry will be missed
“still cant believe he,s gone.i know for a fact barry is with the lord.he talked about his faith all the time.from the whole boudreau family we will never forget barry.he has been a good friend for many years.”
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“Joanne & family I'm saddened to hear of Barry's passing. I know this has brought nothing but sadness to all
of you and I hope you know you are in my thoughts.
I know each of you is mourning independently, but I hope you will also rely on one another to get you through this. No one knew Barry better then you, so sharing stories and memories with each other can only help.
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To The Family
“My heartfelt condolences to the Barry's family on your sad loss. May God give you strength.”
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“so very sorry for your loss. ”
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“I am so sorry to hear of Barry's passing. My sincere condolences go out to his mother,brothers,sisters and immediate famly.”
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Condolences
“Thoughts and prayers are with the Laite family at this sad time. Such a wonderful family man.”
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“My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. All the good memories of the times spent together will help comfort you and get you through. R.I.P., Barry”
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friend to my family
“Sincere condolences going out to Joanne and family...Barry was a great guy and will be sadly missed....Rest in PEACE...my friend”
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To The Family & Friends of Barry
“I can't tell you how saddened I was to hear of Barry's passing. I just don't know what to say except those we love don't go away, they are in our memories. I hope your cherished moments with Barry will help comfort you & heal your pain. Please accept my sincere condolences & know that you are in my thoughts & prayers.”
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