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Vince Dodds posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Sincere condolences to Barry's family and friends. I met Barry back in the mid-60's while working at CKX-TV/Radio. I later produced a number of television and stage shows involving Barry, Kent, the Hillmans, John Skinner and Jake Krueger. Great times! I found Barrie to be a very kind, sincere person. Very talented and professional in his manner.
"The song is over, but the melody lingers on."
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Moe and Pat Hogue Winnipeg posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
We would like to express our deepest condolences to Barry's family and friends. We were both very saddened to read of Barry's passing. Though we had not seen Barry for a long time, we still had fond memories of a Ford Fiesta he sold us many years ago. Our connections went back to Rivers. Pat was Vicki Anderson's roomie when I met her, and Barry and I shared a past of being ex-teachers and music biz people. Barry would likely be pleased to know I'm still driving a Ford and still involved in the music business.
Again, our sincere sympathies to all.
Moe and Pat
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Don Kille posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2011
We were very saddened to hear ofBarry's passing.I have known Barry since my old CKX days.Barry was a wonderful ,talented man.He was a great businessman and I had many dealings with him over the years.Our condolences to all of the family.We ,like many others will have many fond memories of Barry.
Don and Becki Kille
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Sue Schlingerman-Petersen posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
I will keep the family in my special thought and prayers. Barry was a kind and gentle soul, and a good business friend. He always made time for you, and kept his word, which is a rare trait in business these days. He will be missed
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Laurie Binkley-Hooke posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Dear Bette, Kent and family,
Kevin and I extend our deepest sympathy to you during this sad and difficult time. Barry was a special person who touched the lives of so many people. May time do its quiet work, bringing comfort to your hearts.
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Mavis (Chapman) Clark posted a condolence
Monday, November 28, 2011
Dear Bette and family, though, I did not know you personally, I wish to send my deepest sympathies to you and your family. The heartache that is felt from losing a friend, husband, father, brother, cousin, uncle, grandfather, is only something that you know having experienced it yourself. I knew the Foreman family in Rivers, during elementary years. My sister and I used to spend hours out at the Nursing Home with Barry's sisters, Nanette, Lorna, Judy, and Denyse. Please forward my condolences to them as well. Two of my brothers were born in that nursing home that Barry's Mom used to run (and I might add with the love and care that only God could provide). He made the world a better place with his music and love of people. May God give you His peace and love at this time of bereavement.
Sincerely,
Mavis Clark (Winnipeg)
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Nola Schellenberg posted a condolence
Monday, November 28, 2011
Kent, Naomi, Ava and Annie
So sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories of the good times you've had together carry you thru the hurting and healing days. With thoughts and prayers for your family
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Norma Warecki posted a condolence
Monday, November 28, 2011
With deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
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Ethel, Tannis and Curtis McDonald posted a condolence
Monday, November 28, 2011
My condolences to Bette and family
from your extended neighbours Ethel, Tannis and Curtis McDonald, and friends from Clear Lake area. We are all thinking of you during this difficult time.
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Gail McLeod posted a condolence
Monday, November 28, 2011
To Bette and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere sympathy and prayers for you and your family.
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Mary Gulak posted a condolence
Monday, November 28, 2011
I feel your loss and was saddden to here of Barry's passing. Barry's Forman Ford was part of our extended family. Nick enjoyed working at Barry's Dauphin dealership until he retired in 2000. Now Nick & Barry will be working the Ford connection in a higher place. As Nick just passed away in Sept. What found memories they will be able to share with each other. Hope you will have the peace of knowing he's not alone and your memories of Barry & his fiddle will lighten the days to come. Mary Gulak & family
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Ron & Marianne Boulet posted a condolence
Monday, November 28, 2011
Many fond memories of Barrie, we will miss him. To Kent, Shauna, Betty and families we send our sympathies and share your sorrow. God bless!
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Hali Laxdal posted a condolence
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Becoming best friends with Shauna at the age of four, I was blessed to have a second home only two houses down at the Formans. For years I called the house, almost on a daily basis, for Shauna. Every time Barry answered he would ask "who's calling" to which I would answer "Hali". He would then ask "Hali who??" to which I would answer "Hali Peterson". We played this game for years and he even made it part of his toast to the bride at my wedding. Barry, you had a gentle soul and I will always remember your kindness, sense of humour, generosity and incredible smile. Shauna, Bette, Kent and Jason you are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
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Cathy Steele, Victoria, BC posted a condolence
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Kent, Shauna & Jason, although I truly wish I had gotten to meet your Dad in better circumstances, I was always deeply appreciative of his insight, up-beat spirit and sharp business sense. I can see in all of you special gifts that your Dad had and you have all inherited. Your Dad and Mom have a very special family with the three of you to survive them. I will be thinking of you on Monday and gathered at Central United. I trust that there will be many of the happier times in life shared and perhaps a glass or two raised in celebration of a great man. Sincerely, Cathy Steele, BHM
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Connie & Mervyn Lougher-Goodey, Sidney, B.C. posted a condolence
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Dear Bette. Bless you and your family, during these very sad days, grieving for your dear husband, father & grandfather Barry. Thinking of you. Warm hugs.
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Keith & Marlene robins posted a condolence
Saturday, November 26, 2011
We can not believe this and oiur hearts go out to the Forman family--Its been many years Nannette that our paths have crossed--I was the 3rd Marlene in Gr. xi--in Rivers--I remember Barry going to see our son in the nursery at your Mom's Nursinbg Home--It only seems like yesterday but Terry is 53 yrs old now---
Keep your fond memories with you always and no one can take those away--
Heartfelt condolences to all the Forma family--take care now----
We care--Keith & Marlene
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Linus Westberg posted a condolence
Saturday, November 26, 2011
First our thoughts and prayers go out to
Betty and the family. Barry touched the lives
of many and his gentleness with people
was a marvelous example for all of us.
I knew this man for over 30 years and gained
so much in this association. We traveled
together, worked in business together and
had so much laughter on many occasions.
His positive attitude and love of community
made such an impact. His family gave him
his greatest joy and talking about the grand
children always added a sparkle to his life.
We treasure the memories and says thanks
for having him as a dear friend.
Linus & Ellen Westberg
Red Deer Alberta
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Dan and Sheri Thiessen (Formerly of J&J's Restaurant in Austin MB) posted a condolence
Saturday, November 26, 2011
To the family of Barry Forman
I met Barry at the Austin Threshermans Reunion in the late 90's during the Fiddling Performances Award Ceremony. We got to talking and the subject of Aviation came about. He lent me some aviation books to give to my husband who was study to become a pilot. Hence a friendship was born. Barry took us flying in his Mooney over lake Manitoba, and during one of his visits to our Restaurant we convinced him to plan his fiddle for us. I remember teasing him that it was his baby as he had it wrapped up in a beautiful blanket. He mentored my husband a few times during his studies to become a private pilot, and was proud of him when he did. Barry will be missed by us and I will never forget how his laughter showed through his eyes.
Regards,
Dan and Sheri Thiessen
West Kelowna, B.C.
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Bob Ramsay, White Rock, BC posted a condolence
Saturday, November 26, 2011
I am totally blown away to know that Barry or Mr. Forman, as I knew him, has died. Like some others, I did not know he had moved to the island - I am sure I would have enjoyed visiting with him, though I wouldn't expect him to remember me.
My mother used to speak of Barry running about the house as just a little tyke when she stayed in the nursing home operated by his mother at the time I was born in 1949. I don't seem to remember that at all, but knowing that he was there when I made my entrance into the world made me feel a certain link to him.
He was my Grade 11 homeroom teacher at RCI. He sometimes used to smear blobs of jam on my test papers, but I didn't mind. I considered it a personal touch, showing how hard he was working, taking papers home to grade. I thought it was so kool that my teacher drove one of those fancy new Mustangs.
I recall one year when my class had a chemistry teacher who found the subject as challenging as we did, so part way through the year Barry began teaching us about chemical formula and the periodic table. Suddenly I could understand. I appreciated his clarity in explaining new concepts and his patience.
Won't it be fun to meet him again in the heavenly country - I hope there'll be guitars and violins and drums there.
My sympathy to the family.
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Cam Owens posted a condolence
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Shauna, Kent, Jason & Bette, I was saddend to hear of Barry's passing. As I reflect upon the many good times we had at Forman Ford years ago and the many laughs we shared, I realize what an impact he had on the lives of so many. I will be thinking of you on Monday and wish you all the best during this difficult time.
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Don and Beth Cott posted a condolence
Saturday, November 26, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss Betty but so happy you had those last precious days together to cherish for ever. Condolences to all your family and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Don and Beth
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Caroline, Jeff, Clare, Anna, Kate, Sophie and Helene Hennig posted a condolence
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Shauna,
I received the terrible news of the death of your beloved, darling papa on Thursday evening from your mom. Shauna, I have struggled ever since to find the words to comfort you and have written note after note, all to no avail because I have been so acutely aware that I can do so little to take away the pain and sorrow that I know you, and your beautiful family, are suffering during this time of loss. And so it is in this final attempt that I am at last admitting defeat and accepting that I can only write inadequate words knowing they cannot hope to alleviate your suffering. But if my words can at least convey to you how deeply I care for you and how much I suffer myself knowing what you are going through at this time, then my words, however clumsy and imperfect, are not in vain.
Shauna, your father was taken far too soon from you all. There is nothing else that can be added to that. For myself, I have taken such comfort from reading in his obituary that love prevailed above all because, in the end, it is that pure and perfect love that underscores for us all what is really important in life. Shauna, your father is such a large part of who you are, you will carry him with you always. In your grief and sorrow, may this truth bring some small comfort . . . I wish I wasn't so far away from you at this time. I love you, Shauna, please know that, and I am here to give whatever refuge I can when you are ready for it. I will do all that I can to be in Calgary as soon as I possibly can. We are all carrying you and your family in our thoughts and in our prayers; this will be especially so this Monday at 11 am. Please give my special love to Bette and my love and condolences to all of your family at this time.
with much love, always
Caroline
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Kim Shynkaruk posted a condolence
Saturday, November 26, 2011
I am deeply saddened to learn of your Dad's passing. You are so blessed to have had a strong, loving, kind and thoughtful father....a pillar for you all and what he represented to me as well. I imagine the comfort in knowing he was always there, to be relied upon, unconditionally, at any time, in any way, if need be. Solid as a rock. He allowed me to feel a small bit of this comfort, looking out for me on a number of occasions in my life. This made him a remarkable person in my mind and gave me a glimpse into what a wonderful father and human being he was. No matter our age, we are still always children who want our Daddy's and I just want to say how sorry I am that you have lost yours. His memory lives on in the way you live your life each day and therefore in the lives of your children...and theirs too.
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Shauna Tait posted a condolence
Friday, November 25, 2011
Shauna Forman; I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. I have been thinking of you often lately and feel your sorrow. I have so many fond memories of hanging out in the Forman household, both in Rivers and Dauphin. You can be very proud of your dad as I know he is of you! Hold on to and treasure all those precious memories that make you smile, as those are what will help you to get through the difficult days ahead. I send my condolences to you and your family. Please let Bette know that my thoughts are with her as well. I am sorry that I am unable to attend the funeral on Monday but please know that I will be thinking of you and your family.
My Regards,
Shauna Tait
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Bill Stewart posted a condolence
Friday, November 25, 2011
The old time fiddle community has lost an excellant player and friend. For nearly 50 years since our time with The CKX Country Getlemen group our musical paths have crossed many times and will be sorely missed! Bill Stewart & family
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Glen Mitchell posted a condolence
Friday, November 25, 2011
To The ForMan Family:
I was really shocked to hear of Barry!s passing at such a early age. My memories go way back to the high school and curling days in Rivers. In particular was a high school bonspeil that Barry and I won in Brandon.
My thoughts are with you.
Glen Mitchell
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David Halstead posted a condolence
Thursday, November 24, 2011
To the entire Forman famiily Peggy and I are saddened by the sudden and so early loss of a husband, father grandfather, and brother. Please accept our condolescences as you grieve the passing of such a vibrant and talented person.
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m.o.brown posted a condolence
Thursday, November 24, 2011
•I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.
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bill turner CKLQ posted a condolence
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Kent and extended family. I have lost a great friend and little things like eliminating his e-mail address from my book today makes me sad. Thanks for honouring me with an invitation to speak.
regards to all. Bill Turner, CKLQ
Had I had the courage to do so - - - here is the text I had prepared......................
Coming over here today I thought that likely Barry would get a good chuckle out of seeing me behind a pulpit.
I have no doubt that most of you here could write your own story about Barry Forman and I also expect there would be a common theme to all of them.
My story may be somewhat unique due to the fact that Barry did a live 60 second radio commercial on Cklq almost from the time we went on the air in 1978. There were two things that Barry would say to me once in a while. One was "how many years have we been doing this Bill?" Neither of us knew the answer. The second thing he'd say was "you're going to have to write book someday!" And I told him that if I ever DID, he'd be in it.
It was a tremendous commitment when you think about it - calling me at the same time every week day for so many years and I can tell you he only missed a handful over the many years he was on the air.
And I learned VERY early in our relationship just how easy it was to make Barry laugh! When it became apparent to me that his funny bone was so very near the surface, thus began the game we played - - - to see what I could say or what story I could tell him just before we went "live" that would have him on the verge of "losing it" during those next 60 seconds.
And it was all about timing. Let me say what incredible timing Barry had. He was to call me near the end of the first song played after 7:30. No matter what the tune - old or brand new - his musical training meant that he'd ring my phone usually with less than 30 seconds left in the song.
I'd answer it - I'd hear "it's Barry" and away we'd go.
Then there were the morning when Barry might phone a little early and it was usually because he had a reason. Just to chat or bounce something off me, but never often to set up the live spot. He didn't want it to sound rehearsed - and believe me - it wasn't.
On the mornings that he phoned in early enough, I'd have a chance to say something or tell him a joke that I just knew he'd find funny - and it wasn't hard as I said before. Barry would laugh at almost anything I said -
old or new and I would time it so that the punch line was delivered a split second before going live. Then he'd giggle or choke it back and somehow manage to get through the spot. I reminded him one time that he was paying us so I could torture him like this, but he seemed to like the challenge.
I recall vividly the time I scored the most points in our little game.
Barry called right on time one morning - just as the song was in its final few bars. I punched the button on the board to answer the phone with, (and in the Queen's voice) BUCKINGHAM PALACE, QUEEN SPEAKING!" That would have been one of the mornings when even my co-workers would ask, "what did you do to Barry this morning?"
I thought for quite a while about what my last words should be today, then decided they should be the same as they always were ……..Thanks Barry !
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Allan Hay posted a condolence
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Kent and family
I was so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. I found him to be a very professional businessman in all our dealings and a true Gentleman. Remember Kent "a part of what you lost lives on, and that is you"
Allan
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John Jordens & Family posted a condolence
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Thoughts are with all of you at this most difficult time. Keep memories close to your heart.
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Darrell Appelt posted a condolence
Thursday, November 24, 2011
My Deepest Sympathy to all of the family on their loss. Barry was always a great man to listen and talk to and especially in our Ford world. He will be missed.
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Ross and Debra Forman posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
I have just so many fond memories of Barry. He touched so many lives growing up in Rivers then sharing all his talents, with his family, and all of Manitoba. His music, teaching and being a business man. The Kenton dances at -40-- and many more --so many memories. we were all so proud of him.
Deb and I will miss him. I was so proud to be his cousin.
Ross and Debra Forman
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Joanne Lines Gorjanc posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Thinking of you all at this time. Take care of yourselves.
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BJ Frykas posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
I will never forget the royal treatment I rec'd from Barry when I bought my Cougar from him back in the 70's when he was still in Rivers. To hear of his passing leaves a lump in the throats of many.
Blessings and deepest sympathy to Bette, his wonderful children and to all those that loved him dearly. He left his mark in the hearts of many.
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Rocky Gibson posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Hard to believe he has passed,it has been less than a year that he was giving us encouragement at the dealership and sharing his sales talent with us. I got to know him a little and liked him a lot. My prayer is that Gods peace will be with loved ones left behind.
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Dave and Linda Bilkoski posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Our Sincerest Sympathy goes out to the Forman Family in the passing of their
beloved Barry.
May God's Love Comfort and Strengthen
you at this difficult time.
We did not know that Barry
was residing in Victoria,
considering that we moved to Vancouver Island, eighteen months ago,
and are located only 45 minutes from Victoria.
It would have been a great opportunity
to re-connect.
We have many fond memories of the time when I (Dave Bilkoski)
along with Roy Forrest, Henry Redekop and Barry Forman
helped form the original
"The Country Gentlemen",
for the Live CKX-TV television show that aired 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM
Tuesdays through Fridays under the name
"Lunch, Look and Listen"
during 1961, 1962 and 1963.
In addition Barry and
The Country Gentlemen hosted the Live CKX-TV Co-op Search For Talent Shows
that aired on Wednesday evenings.
We played for hundreds of Dances,
High School Graduations, and Proms
throughout the SW Manitoba Region
and Saskatchewan Border Towns,
as well as for the graduating classes
at the Rivers Air Force Base
and the Camp Shilo Army Base.
Great fellowship, harmony and memories
of those many hours together.
Dave and Linda Bilkoski
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Carole Pullman posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Dear Bette and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss, but thankfull that you had such precious times these last few months. My thoughts and prayers for serenity and peace are with you, love Carole
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Emil Hain posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Through your tears rejoice in celebrating a life lived so fully and so well. Barry touched and enriched countless lives as a father,
educator, musician, businessman and in many other roles. Take much pride in his legacy
We join you in honouring a truly outstanding
Manitoban.
With sincere condolences, Amelia Krawick(Hain), Lynne & Emil Hain.
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Fred Letain posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
It was a pleasure knowing Barry. You could always count on beautiful weather and big crowds for his regular hoedown. I remember Shauna in Countryfest talent seach competitions and how Barry was so proud of her.
I think one of Barry's proudest and most exciting moments though was when we sent him to pick up Anne Murray at the Winnipeg airport. He sure enjoyed and appreciated that chore and we appreciated his support.
He will be missed by all.
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Angela Mason posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Dear Bette and Family
My deepest sympathy to you and yours. May friendship and love help support you during this most difficult time.
Angela
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Diane Philipps posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
My dear Bette and Family,
How sad I am for your loss and an amazing part of your life. Barry was so loved by his beautiful family and in that of itself he was a wealthy man. My heart is with you all. I will treasure those good old days of friendship and music and laughter.
With my love and deepest sympatrhy,
Diane
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Bruce Leperre posted a condolence
Monday, November 21, 2011
My thoughts are with all of you at this time. Barry will be missed.
Bruce
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