It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barry Robert Sawyer on Sunday, January 4 2026 at the age of 77. Barry was predeceased by his wife Wilma, brother Ross, sisters Sheila and Edna and his parents Harvey and Mary of Glen Ewen SK.
He leaves behind his three sons Jason(Loreen) of Edmonton, Leslie(Courtnee) of Leduc and David(Cheryl) of Fort Saskatchewan, two daughters Cynthia of Thunder Bay and Lynn Bellemare of Edmonton.
Barry loved his grandchildren Lori, Coen, Shaimis, Thoren, Jordon, Derric, Reina, Dallas, Noah and Kayla. His sister Della(Derwyn) Reid of Edmonton and his close friend Tammy Genoway and her sons Austyn and Brody of Leduc. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and many other loving relatives.
Barry had many friends throughout his life that were like family, we appreciate all his friends at the Goldage Senior Apts who enjoyed his company for the past 5 years.
We will gather together on Barry’s birthday, Thursday July 9 2026 at 2pm at the Leduc Lions Hall located in Leduc AB for an open house of love and memories.
The family would like to send our sincerest thank you to the nurses and doctors in the ICU at the U of A hospital. We are deeply grateful for your compassion and care.
Sorry for your loss Sawyer family. I always liked your dad, and his smiley face. Now Wilma will have somebody to yell at!! Hugs to you all xoxo
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all!❤️
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you all come together and support each other during this sad time. Together you are all strong. Your mother would have wanted that. I love you all and if there is anything I can do to help let me know.
Auntie Bonnie
Rest Easy Uncle Barry, you will be missed.
All my love to the Sawyers, I love you cousins
His wife was my first cousin and have known Barry for many years. He was a good man a good husband and a great father! Was a pleasure to have known him
we want to send our condolences out to the family. Barry and Wilma along with there three sons took us in and made us a part of thier family. we love you and miss you. thank you for the love you gave us and acceptance.
So sorry for the loss. Your dad and mom where parents to all of us in one way or another while growing up. Rest easy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.