Janet Emily Parr Barry
July 17, 1938 ~ March 3, 2025
Born in:
Savannah, Georgia
Resided in:
Swannanoa, NC
Janet P. Barry, 86, of Swannanoa, NC passed away Monday, March 3, 2025.
Janet was born in Savannah, Georgia to the late John Parr and Blanche Gruber Parr. She was preceded in death by her husband Patrick J. Barry and son Patrick J. Barry, Jr.
She is survived by her daughters; Elizabeth Wright (Marc) and Susan Allen (Jim). Her two grandsons; Chance Barry (Michaela) and Jackson Wright. Her two great grandsons; Jackson Barry and Jermiah Barry.
She retired from Buncombe County Schools. She loved animals, enjoyed a good novel and the outdoors.
A family memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, family request you consider a donation to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue. Donate@bwar.org or info@bwbr.org.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.
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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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MRS. Barry, I’m going to miss you so much. You gave me one of the biggest compliments I’ve ever had. I’m praying for all the family during this difficult time.