James Edward Barrett

Brad, Holly, Shae & Jayden - We are thinking of you all this weekend as you spend time together as a family. We know how bittersweet this time can be. So many people will come to you with stories and memories of your Dad that you may already know, might have forgotton and most amazingly, many new stories that you have never heard before. We hope you find comfort in their memories. It is amazing to find out just how many lives one person can touch in their lifetime. It becomes an honour to know that you are part of their legacy.

(Donated to L.H.S.F. Cancer Centre)

(Donated to L.H.S.F. Cancer Centre)

(Donated to L.H.S.F. Cancer Centre)

(Donated to L.H.S.F. Cancer Centre)

(Donated to L.H.S.F. Cancer Centre)

(Donated to L.H.S.F. Cancer Centre)

(Donated to L.H.S.F. Cancer Centre)

(Donated to L.H.S.F. Cancer Centre)

Pat, Trish, Brad and Family We are truly saddened by the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and best friend and our thoughts are with you. We know saying goodbye isn't easy, so hang on to the memories and good times you've shared. Carrie I remember many times sitting on the porch on Bowman Ave. watching Ted come around the corner with 'Shot Glass' in tow feeling so excited; like a dog that needed to be walked. I remember sleeping in the camper out behind and hearing Teds infectious laughter bellowing into the Rondeau nite; Moose, Ralph, Dot and Fred all in sync. I'll never forget at Rice (or was it Balsalm) Lake; Ted and Dad getting me up on skis for the first time in freezing water, Ted granting me one more TRY to get the deed done (the rule was three and out). Or cooking breakfast with his Apron on making sure everyone was served first before himself. My most memorable times are of those and many more occasions our famalies spent together. Memories are forever, we will dearly miss and always love you Ted. Brian

Dear Patti, Brad and Trish. Ted will be forever in our memories and hearts. From Bob and Ted's trip to California two young fellows, to him holding our Melissa as a baby and the loving look and happiness on his face for his buddy. To our boating trips, weekends with you both, the laughs and Ted's great breakfasts. We will miss him more than words can say. Our love and strength to you all at this time.

Brad and Family - my deepest condolences at his difficult time. I can definitely remember the respect Ted garnerned when the Laurier boys were in london visiting. Having just lost my father as well I know this is a hard time for everyone, but wounds eventually heal and good memories remain. Best Regards, Dave Battler

Dear Brad, Holly, Shae, Jayden and family- We are thinking of you all at this difficult time and we are sending our love, thoughts and prayers. Our hearts go out to you in our deepest sympathy. Love Katie, Adam, Sophia & Emma.

Brad, Holly, Shae & Jayden, -- Our thoughts are with you all right now as you say goodbye to someone so special and so dear to each of you - a Dad and a Grandpa. We wish you peace at this very difficult time.

Ted, we have been so fortunate to have you and Pat in our family and at all the family get togethers. You will be missed beyond belief. Rest in peace.

Brad and Holly and your family... My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Cling to the memories of your loved one and let them find a way to heal you. My very sincere condolences to all your family.termed

Brad, Holly & girls,, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Take solace in the memories and in the love you you have for your father and the love he had for you. That bond can never be broken and stays with you forever. Our sincerest condolences to you and your entire family.

Pat, so sorry to hear of Ted's passisng. May God give you strength on your new journey. Gail Weiler, (Mary's neighbour)

Patti, Brad and Tricia and families , MJ and I will cherish the memories of the good times and they have been many. Ted was challenged to a battle wherein most would have surrendered long ago. Ted did not lose; he has simply passed the task to us to continue to win. Love MJ & Mike

Sometimes news like this hits you out of the blue and brings regrets. I regret that I didn't know Ted better and spend more time with him. I remember his visit with his wife Pat to Cochrane near Calgary quite a few years ago. He had the interest and initiative to look me up and I visited with Ted and Pat and their friends. I found Ted to be a wonderful guy and felt it was too bad we were separated by such a large distance because it would have been great to share a bit more of life with him. My codolences to his family and friends who I am sure will greatly miss him.

Pat, Brad and Tricia, my heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time. On behalf of my brother Dave and my sister MJ and Denise and all of our families, we are with you all in spirit at this time. Ted was a larger than life character in all of our lives and will be sorely missed Take strength from the memories of his life and love at this time.

Lois and I send our sencere condolences at the loss of Ted. We will never forget the camping trip and short trips to St Jacobs. Unfortunately we will be unable to attend the funeral as I have serious health issues and must be at the Doctors on monday. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family

Pat, I'll always cherish my memories of Ted when we were kids at the family gatherings on Queen St,Chatham and the comfort you have given mom as a nephew and friend with the visits to Chatham after all of our family passings.You will never be forgotten Ted,especially that bellowing laugh that could be recognized anywhere.Our deepest sympathy to the family and our prayers are with you always.

So many fond memories of Ted and our families it is near impossible to pick one. We will remember Ted's spirit and his love of his family. Thinking of you all.

Pat, my sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dear partner Ted. I know you will miss him terribly. My Mom and I often comment on how the two of you were such a lovely, happy couple. Our warmest thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Betty Eichenberger and Mary Hamacher

Patty and family. My sincerest condolences on your loss of Ted. I don't know whether you will remember me or not, but you and I worked together many years ago. I am thinking of you at this time.

Brian and I send our sincere condolences to your family Brad & Holly and your sweet little girls Shae & Jayden. Our thoughts our with you at such a difficult time. Brian & Jackie Long Bayfield, ON

Pat, Brad & Trish: Three "performances" on Sunday where I'm either part of the show or directing. I know that I won't make it to the visitations. Mary's notification of Ted's passing saddened me, of course; since that moment, I have re-lived a flood of great memories -- water-skiing (for others, naturally), you and Ted meeting Moose for the first time, negotiating around that itty-bitty kitchen to make toast AND cook eggs at the same time, "infecting" the Bowman Ave. neighbours with the late-night laughter on the porch, shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp... and so on, and so on. I count on someone to deliver a eulogy as effective and so full of joy as Ted did for Ralph. It doesn't take a very skilled memory to recall some of the best days of our lives; even in the passage of time, their vividness left a lasting impression. Lots of love and wishing all of you strength, Keith