August 20, 1945 - January 8, 2021
Joel Barry Gheesling, age 75, of Roswell, GA, passed away on January 8, 2021. He was born on August 20, 1945 in Atlanta , Georgia, the son of Frank Gheesling and Eunice Murray.
It's difficult to tell others how special Barry was and how much we will miss him.
Barry Gheesling was the second son born to the late Frank and Eunice Gheesling of Atlanta, Georgia. Recently, Barry shared with his brother, Clayton, that his most memorable childhood recollections were of living on Matheson Place in the West End area of Atlanta. The boys were able to walk to school, church, the grocery store, and to their Grandmother's house one street away.
He was a naturalist at a young age, and still fondly remembered being featured in the Atlanta Journal and Constitution after discovering a Trapdoor Spider nest in the neighborhood.
Barry also had a love of music at an early age and played the drums in a community band.
When Barry was 10 years old, the family moved to Peyton Road in Cascade Heights.
He attended the former Georgia Military Academy in College Park. After high school graduation, he attended Young Harris College and graduated from Georgia State University. During his career, he was employed at Coca Cola Company, Fulton Federal Savings and Loan, and Colony Homes. Barry remained in the Building Industry until his retirement.
He was and will forever remain close to his recently departed son, Dave. They are keeping an eye on all of his beloved family left on this big rock. He, along with Dave, developed a passion for space and meteorites that was nearly unparalleled. He adored his grandchildren Maddie, Shannon and Suzanna. He will be remembered fondly and missed by so many - including his brother Clayton, his wife Karen, Sheilla Gheesling and their son Brad, as well as his wife Kara. He was the best Father a kid could ever ask for.
He would tell everyone reading this to "make it a great day", always repeating the positive words of his brilliant son Dave.
Love to all of you and your families.
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