Barry G. "Bear" Deeds

Barry G. "Bear" Deeds, 83, of Lake Wynonah, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024.

Barry was born January 10th, 1941 in West Reading, a son of the late Leonard and Ethel Deeds.

Barry graduated from Governor Mifflin High School in 1958.

Upon graduating, he entered into the U.S. Army and retired in 1978 after serving for 20 years. He served in several countries, including Vietnam in the Infantry Company of the 101st Airborne. While in the service, he attended the University of Maryland and received a degree in law enforcement and business management.

Upon retiring from the Army, he attended Millersville University and received a Bachelor's degree in industrial arts.

He moved to the Florida Keys and worked for the U.S. Navy and the VA. He retired in 2006 and returned to Pennsylvania.

Barry loved hunting, fishing, boating, and driving his Jeep.

Barry will be laid to rest privately at Indiantown Gap with military honors.

Barry is survived by his wife, Diane, he met and married in Lake Wynonah. He met his puzzle piece match from Sunday Bloody Marys, hunting, and fire pits. She was the Fireball to his Crown Royal. Each was blessed to have found each other and have another chance at true love.

Barry is also survived by five children and/or stepchildren: Kim & husband, Rick, Barry Jr., Sheryl, Adam & wife, Teresa, Marc & partner, John. Barry was preceded in death by daughter, Sherrie & husband, Ronnie. His life was also blessed with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, & nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville PA 17901.