November 29, 2021
Our family is truly saddened to share the news of Barney's passing in his 96" year. His loving wife, Merle, predeceased him in 2011.
He will be sadly missed by his 4 children: Sharon (Brent), Diane, Cathie (Jim) and Randy (Shirlee); 8 Grandchildren: Chris (Marie), Alisa, Cherie (Joe), Adam(Cassandra), Brittney (Scott), Luke (Brittany), Dylan and Dalton; 9 Great Grandchildren: Boden, Makena,
Janne, Charlie, Peyton, Penny, Gavin, Benjamin and Carter, as well as many relatives and friends. Barney grew up in Regina and at 17 he joined the Royal Canadian Navy and served in the Battle of the Atlantic.
Returning to Regina he met and married the love of his life Merle Rowland. They moved to Vancouver, raised their family, he coached Junior A hockey, and became an owner of McConachie Mechanical Ltd. Barney retired to South Surrey enjoying golfing and curling with his buddies, walking along White Rock pier, and singing with the Maple Leaf Singers and the Stella Maris Choirs.
Barney was a happy, humorous, outgoing person and had many friends, especially lifelong friends from St. Anthony's. It brings us comfort to know that Mom and Dad are together again. Condolences can be left at
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