OBITUARY
Barry L Chandler
April 4, 1951 – September 30, 2012
OAKDALE – Barry L. Chandler, 61, died on Sunday at the Cancer Treatment Center in Philadelphia, PA after a short illness. He was born on April 4, 1951 to Earl and Eleanor (Williams) Chandler in Rockland, ME. After graduating high school he served in the US Army. On July 26, 1975 he married his beloved wife Madolyn (Pavlas) in Groton, CT. He worked as an auto body repair technician. Barry truly enjoyed yard sales and auctions, NASCAR, fixing computers, cars and just about anything considering himself a “tinkerer”. He was most well known for being a quiet man, a good father and just enjoyed life to the fullest. He is survived by his wife Madolyn, daughters; Carrie Wallace, Jamie Mize and her husband Mitch, brothers; Raymond Chandler and Kendell Chandler, a grandson; Mason, many step-sisters in Maine, and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Thursday from 5pm-7pm at Church and Allen Funeral Home, 136 Sachem St., Norwich, CT. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday at 10am meeting directly at Maplewood Cemetery, 184 Salem Tnpk., Norwich, CT. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.churchandallen.com
Services
- Calling Hours / Visitation Thursday, October 4, 2012
- Graveside Service Friday, October 5, 2012
REMEMBERING
Barry L Chandler
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RECEIVE UPDATESEllen Hillman
October 10, 2012
Madolyn I just heard of Barry's passing I am so so sorry. He was a wonderful man and great person all around. I know your heart is empty with out him. Love you both and you are in my prayers as are the girls also.
Love you
Ellen
Valorie Sturgis
October 7, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Chandler family,I was a close friend with Eleanor,Joe, Ray & Barry when we were teenagers.He was very quiet & funny, my heart goes out to you all.
george chappell
October 6, 2012
Madolyn and family.so sorry for your loss.
james woodhall
October 5, 2012
dear madolyn so sorry for your loss barry was a good man i hung out with him in the high school years very funny man he will be missed my brother rick also sends his condolinces
October 5, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
October 5, 2012
SO sorry for your loss we know how wonderful your husband Barry was to your whole family .....He was very kind ,always had a smile and was a gentleman. we will miss him also .Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow..Your friends at Oakdale Pizza Annie and Simo
Fallon Sarpu
October 4, 2012
To my second family,
I send all my prays to you, Papa's will be very missed. I can't believe it all happened so fast! At least Barry and Paul can start up on the auction hunts again and Barry can get another cookie jar. I truly love you all! God bless you!
October 4, 2012
Madolyn and Family,
Although I have not see Barry in a long time, I remember him having a sense of humor.
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Diana Murphy
Terry Wilson
October 4, 2012
My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. I am so sorry for your loss. Have so many memories of Barry working with him at New London Motors.
JoAnn Sequara-Morris
October 4, 2012
Dear Maddy and Family,Just want you to know that you are in my Heart and Prayers,May God Bless You Always,Love JoAnn.If there is anything I can help you with Please Let Gram Know!!! Love You
October 4, 2012
Madolyn, carrie and jamie,
Iam so very sorry for the loss of Berry, Iknow how much he was loved by all of you. My heart goes out to the entire family for I know what a great loss and that he was loved by all,
tesha
GLORIA QUINN
October 4, 2012
DEAR MADOLYN AND FAMILY,I WAS SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BARRY.YOUR MOM CALLED ME TO LET ME KNOW.HANG ONTO YOUR HAPPY MEMORIES....ONE DAY THEY WILL MAKE YOU SMILE AGAIN. SENDING LOVE AND PRAYERS TO ALL,GLORIA (((HUGS))) XX
October 4, 2012
Madolyn & Family,
Barry will be greatly missed by us and ALL who knew him. He was truly a special person, willing to help with any projects (or moving) and Lord knows we had a lot through the years. Our love,thoughts, prayers and angels are with you.
We will always have him in our hearts.
The Emonds,
Don Alice Butch & Barbara
Christine Kelly
October 3, 2012
Dear Madolyn and family, I am so very sorry to hear about Barry. What a wonderful quiet man. I sat with him and Paul at the Auction House on Fridays.I will now miss both of them. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patty Lynch
October 3, 2012
Madelyn and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I hope your memories will help you in this time of grief. I will always remember Barry at the beach on Fishers Island. If you need anything just call
cheryl lanier
October 3, 2012
My sincere condolences to Madolyn and the Chandler family.
Lori Savignac
October 3, 2012
Very sorry to hear about your loss. I enjoyed waiting on your family. Please keep in touch.
Heidi Kohl
October 3, 2012
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by all at Eds Kitchen.
Terry Klaben
October 3, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Barry passing. Barry was probably the most mellow person I have ever known. I know Stevie is waiting for him. Madelyn and family I know there are no words at this time of loss. My prayers are with all of you.
Terry Smarz Klaben
Cheryl Emond
October 3, 2012
I have so many fond memories of "uncle" Barry and he will always hold a special place in my heart. I hope that he and "uncle" Paul won't be causing too much trouble up there in Heaven as they watch over us.
Dave and Wendy Lusk
October 3, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
October 3, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with you I go to church with liz if u are wondering who i am again i am so very sorry.
if there is anything i may do to help just let liz know she can get a hold of me
October 3, 2012
My condolences to the Chandler family.I knew Barry from my days at New London Motors. He was well liked by all. May God bless your family.
Peter Loscoe
October 3, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. Barry was a good man, we share many memories from New London Motors. He will be missed
Cindy Nutt
October 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to Barry's family. Barry was truly a wonderful & kind man, he will be missed.
Tim Patterson
October 3, 2012
He will be missed sorry for your loss jamie
Chadda Gomez
October 3, 2012
So sorry for your loss... Prayers are with your entire family.
Andrea and Danielle
October 2, 2012
Madolyn & Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Barry was a husband and father who was reserved, so admirable, honorable and a true sweetheart. He will be sadly missed by all, and hopefully the wonderful memories of him can provide you with some consolation at this difficult time. We love you so much.
Elaine Bonner
October 2, 2012
Praying for your family Jamie that God wraps his loving arms around you and gives you comfort ,strength in the days to come .. So sorry for your loss!
Jenny Yearwood-Parker
October 2, 2012
Dear Jamie and Family, I am sincerely sorry for your lost and I will be praying that you find comfort knowing that your Dad is resting in the arms of Jesus, our Saviour and Lord. We love you Jamie and we are honored to call you Sister! Jenny Yearwood-Parker
Shannon gauthier
October 2, 2012
I'm so sorry to the chandlers.my prayers are with you n the family
Mike & Crickette Corbin
October 2, 2012
Our hearts go out to Madolyn & family for the loss of such a great man. Barry was such a good friend and will be missed. We have so many fun memories of him that we will forever cherish. A quiet and humble man, a hard worker and all around great man ,God has called home. Rest in peace Barry.
Jen Kubicek
October 2, 2012
Still can't believe you aren't here we all love and miss you whole bunch and I know you and Paul are having a ball up there :) and Stephen too
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