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R. BARRY MCQUEEN

Born: Feb 19, 1935

Date of Passing: Mar 22, 2013

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R. BARRY MCQUEEN February 19, 1935 - March 22, 2013 Sadly but peacefully R. Barry McQueen passed away on March 22, 2013 surrounded by the love of his life Pat, of 56 years, their four children, Heather (Andy), Kim (Russ), Brenda and Robert, as well as his seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Barry fell in love with his wife and best friend, Pat in Junior High. At the same time he started his athletic career, winning team basketball and speed skating Championships. In Lacrosse Barry and his team were inducted into the Lacrosse Hall of Fame. Barry moved to Daniel Mac High School where football became his passion. First winning the City Championships then moving to the Winnipeg Rods and becoming a Dominion finalist. The passion continued, Barry played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1956. Barry also had a busy hockey career, playing for many Manitoba teams including the Junior Winnipeg Monarchs. He continued to play hockey till age 77. Barry also enjoyed his golf, especially the Monday/Wednesday games with Fred, George and Laurie. Barry was a member of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers executive committee, a member and chairperson for the Winnipeg Enterprises Corporation and also a director of the Investment dealers of Manitoba. Barry had a successful business career as an investment advisor for 47 years with Richardson Securities and the Royal Bank. Moving to the Stonewall area in 1965, the country life kept him busy. Barry wishes to thank the Couch family for being great friends and farm partners for many years. Thoroughbred horses and horse racing became his passion later in life; he became a director of the Assiniboine Downs. Barry raised and raced many thoroughbreds and still has horses racing till this day. R. Barry McQueen enjoyed his athletic endeavours and business career. He enjoyed watching his family grow and participate in an active life. He has met a lot of really good people in his life. So he says to you "So Long But Not Goodbye" Funeral service will be held at MacKenzie Funeral Chapel, 433 Main Street, Stonewall, MB on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation can do so to CancerCare Manitoba, 1160-675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9 or Southwest District Palliative Care, Box 1282, Stonewall, MB R0C 2Z0. MACKENZIE FUNERAL CHAPEL STONEWALL (204) 467-2525 mackhome@mts.net
Publish Date: Mar 30, 2013

R. BARRY MCQUEEN February 19, 1935 - March 22, 2013 Sadly, but peacefully, R. Barry McQueen passed away on March 22, 2013 with Pat, the love of his life for 56 years, beside him. Funeral service will be held at MacKenzie Funeral Chapel, 433 Main Street, Stonewall, MB on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation can do so to CancerCare Manitoba, 1160 - 675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9 or Southwest District Palliative Care, Box 1282, Stonewall, MB, R0C 2Z0 Longer obituary will follow. MACKENZIE FUNERAL CHAPEL STONEWALL (204) 467-2525 mackhome@mts.net
Publish Date: Mar 26, 2013

R. BARRY MCQUEEN February 19, 1935 - March 22, 2013 Sadly, but peacefully, R. Barry McQueen passed away on March 22, 2013, with Pat, the love of his life for 56 years, beside him. Funeral service will be held at MacKenzie Funeral Chapel, 433 Main Street, Stonewall, MB on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Longer obituary will follow. MACKENZIE FUNERAL SERVICE STONEWALL 204-467-2525 mackhome@mts.net
Publish Date: Mar 25, 2013
Publish Date: Mar 26, 2013

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 30, 2013

Condolences & Memories (29 entries)

  • To the McQueen family my condolences on Barry's passing. I've not spoken to Barry in many years. He was my hockey coach in Stonewall 1970-71. Barry had been on mind a lot as I had done farrier work on a horse named McQ who was owned by Barry. Super Guy!! - Posted by: Rick Klassen (Friend and my Hockey coach Stonewall midgets 1970-71) on: Sep 09, 2013

  • Robbie I am so sorry to hear of your loss. - Posted by: Karen Lockhart (Friend) on: Apr 07, 2013

  • We will all miss Barry for the kind and gentle person he was. I first met Barry when I went with the Hall of Fame Lacrosse Team to the Minto Cup Finals. We both worked in the Richardson Building for so many years and he always had a smile and a kind word every day. We will all miss him at the Lacrosse Alumni get together. Sincere condolences to Pat and Family. - Posted by: Clarke Peterman (friend) on: Apr 03, 2013

  • Barry worked alongside my father, Jordan , in the concourse of the Richardson building for close to two decades.. Many of today's top stock brokers were recruited and trained by that tandem. I also had the pleasure of serving on the Board of Directors of Winnipeg Enterprises Corp. with Barry as we dealt with events such as the demise of the Jets and the ultimate transition to the MTS Centre. He was a congenial, supportive person who was a consummate team player. Rest in peace, Harry Ethans - Posted by: Harry Ethans (Friend) on: Apr 03, 2013

  • Barry will be saddly missed by his Blue Bomber alumni buddies, especially by his Alumni golf foursome of Ray Ash, Tony Kehrer and myself. Growing up in the West End I had the pleasure of sharing many sports (both with Barry and against), especially - high school, Junior Rods and Wpg. Blue Bombers football, as well as hockey, lacrosse, baseball, and track. I would have to say "Amen" to all the accolades shared in this guest book. My sincere condolences. Ron LaTourelle - Posted by: Ardis and Ron LaTourelle (Friends ) on: Apr 02, 2013

  • A True Gentleman in every way, RIP, Barry - Posted by: Kent Scramstad (Friend (through horse racing)) on: Apr 02, 2013

  • A True Gentleman!!! My thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Bev Johnson (Friend) on: Apr 01, 2013

  • John and I appreciated Barry's kindness, knowledge and honesty when we were clients at Richdardson Greenshields - Posted by: Coralie Martin (Aquaintance) on: Mar 31, 2013

  • I haven't seen Barry for 45 years, but he is remembered as a gentleman as well as an accomplished sportsman. My sincere sympathy for sure to all his family. Marshall Johnston - Posted by: Marshall Johnston (Friend) on: Mar 30, 2013

  • I knew Barry and Pat at Isaac Brock and Daniel McIntyre. He was always well liked and a friendly person. Although my husband and I have lived in the US for many years, we always come back to Falcon Lk. every summer. Barry was our financial adviser for many years. Condolences to Pat and family. Marlene & Greig - Posted by: Marlene Mitchell (Smith) (School friend, Jr. High & High School) on: Mar 30, 2013

  • BARRY WAS A VERY NICE MAN, AND WE USED TO TEASE EACH OTHER ABOUT RACING AND GOLFING I HAD BEEN ON THE HBPA BOARD AT THE SAME TIME AS BARRY AND I REALLY ADMIRED HIM. SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING. - Posted by: RUSTY AND JOANIE EDWARDS (FRIENDS THRU HORSERACING) on: Mar 30, 2013

  • will always remember you and the wpg. monarchs. i am a bit younger than Barry. i tried to style myself with his puck control. and do the same things. i remember the rods and other sports he played. is that murray couch that was mentioned. loved his style of hockey. brings back memories of other playes. ralph lyndon etc. rip my friend - Posted by: len marcischuk (friend) on: Mar 29, 2013

  • I remember barry from the Isaac brock days. what a great person. one to look up to. a great role model. although i have not seen barry for sometime, he will be missed. he is now in a better place. - Posted by: john mcfee (friend from the old days) on: Mar 29, 2013

  • Deeply saddened to hear of Barry's passing. Barry was part of the great west end gang..Aldcorn, Lyndon, Fargey that befriended me while playing minor league sports. Life's path took us in different directions but our friendship stayed the course. Barry was a very nice man!! My condolences to Pat and all of the McQueen family. - Posted by: John Rendall (Friend) on: Mar 27, 2013

  • My deepest sympathies go out to your family. The little bit that I knew Barry I had a great deal of respect for him as a real kind, hard working man and his knowledge and love of horses were true to his heart. - Posted by: Marlys Schott (friend) on: Mar 27, 2013

  • Sincere condolences to Pat & family. - Posted by: Kris Laxdal () on: Mar 26, 2013

  • A true Gentleman of the sport of Kings, also a Pretty Decent Hockey player, Always a smile, and some good conversations, Sincere condolences, From the Flaman's - Posted by: Gary @ Myles (Friends) on: Mar 26, 2013

  • We have only known Barry and Pat for a few years, through our church. Mention horses or the Blue Bombers and you were in for some great conversation. Miss the church BBQs at your ranch. Heaven just became a better place. - Posted by: George & Heather Hargreaves (friends) on: Mar 26, 2013

  • Rememer Barry from Isaac Brock. He was special way back then, and the news of his passing is sad. Condolences to Pat and the family - Posted by: Judith Hodgson (Moore) (Isaac Brock School classmate) on: Mar 26, 2013

  • Dear Pat and family--It is with heavy heart that I write this, as Barry was a true lifelong friend. We grew up around Isaac Brock, playing hockey, lacrosse, football, basketball and baseball for the better part of two decades. We shared many triumphs and losses (fortunately more of the former), before life and vocational endeavors separated us. Fortunately, when we did get together, it was as like old times. I will miss his friendship and his humor. Please accept our deepest condolences. Ralph and Mickey - Posted by: Ralph Lyndon (Lifelong friend) on: Mar 26, 2013

  • Barry was one of the Strathcona Gang who was a great friend. He was everyone's friend and excelled in all sports. Have a ride for me Barry! - Posted by: Jim Swail (Friend) on: Mar 26, 2013

  • I have known Barry since our Isaac Brock days. He is one of my heroes; a wonderful man and good friend. My condolences to Pat and family. Bob(Scotty)Wales. - Posted by: Bob(Scotty)Wales (friend) on: Mar 26, 2013

  • I grew up across the street from Barry. I was eight years younger and Barry was my hero. What a great guy. My parents had the utmost respect for him as did I. Pat, we share in your grief. Don & Louise Pickering - Posted by: Don Pickering (Friend) on: Mar 25, 2013

  • I met Barry a few years ago through Phil Kives, as we boarded a few horses with him one year. Barry always gave me a hard time every time we ran into each other-or i would ask his daughter who worked at the local feedrite store to give him a message, we always had fun giving each other the gears..LOL..I will miss his wonderful smile and wit and his love for his family, horses and racing...Race on Barry.. - Posted by: Leona stahl (Friend) on: Mar 25, 2013

  • Classy gentleman, great role model for Isaac Brockers - Posted by: Ted Irvine () on: Mar 25, 2013

  • Jeff and I always enjoyed our time at Barry's Rockin Q stables and will truly miss the great talks we had with Barry down at the barn. Our thoughts are with you Pat and your entire family. Barry will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Susan And Jeff Bagg () on: Mar 25, 2013

  • My condolences to you, Pat. Bernice (Doc Elder's ex) - Posted by: Bernice Legault (Acquaintance ) on: Mar 25, 2013

  • I went to school with Barry and spent manny evenings at the Isaac Brock community center playing hockey. A good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Don & Sarah MacKenzie () on: Mar 25, 2013

  • I never knew your Father but I have known you for quite a few years and my deepest sympathy to you and your family. - Posted by: Aileen Rouse (Friend of Rob's) on: Mar 25, 2013

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