It is with profound sadness the family announces the passing of Barry after a brief illness in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Gillian for 33 years he will be forever loved and cherished. Proud father of Craig and the late Mark (dec. 2020) and stepson, Corey Lister. Predeceased by his parents William G. Wadman and Phyllis E. Cairnie. Barry will be lovingly remembered by his brother, Roger Barlow and sister-in-law, Ros Barlow in England. Dear Uncle of Debbie ( Megan and Harry) and Sarah. Barry will be fondly remembered by his first wife Claire Herrema. Predeceased by his partner Sheila Henderson.

Barry had a long career in the field of education as a Teacher, Principal, Education Officer and Education Consultant with the Council for Ontario Directors of Education. Barry was respected in his field and will be missed by the many friends and colleagues he met and worked closely with over the years. In particular Barry kept in touch with a few former staff members from his early days as Principal at William Bercy in Unionville. He will be deeply missed and remembered by Lynn Hitsman, Gayle Connor, Dorothy St. John and Wes and Mary Fierheller.