Mr. Barry J. Sickler, age 60, of 1289 Old John's River Road, Blowing Rock, died Saturday, May 31, 2008, at his home.
Mr. Sickler was born February 2, 1948, in Ohio, moved to Orlando, Florida in 1958 with his family. He attended William R. Boone High School and graduated in 1966. He attended and graduated from University of Central Florida after serving his country in Vietnam.
He joined the Navy and trained as a Medic and was sent to Vietnam during the 1968-1969 invasion. He was exposed to Agent Orange, which medical experts say led to his death. Barry loved this country and ultimately died for his Country. He was a kind, loving, considerate, generous person that will be dearly missed by this family and many friends. He never lost his sense of humor and was gracious to the end.
Mr. Sickler is survived by his wife, Diann Craig of Blowing Rock; Diann's two sons and their wives; three grandchildren; his faithful dogs, and his brother, Greg Sickler, who is doing missionary work in the Philippines. He is also survived by his many friends scattered throughout the country.
A private memorial service for Mr. Barry J. Sickler will be held at a later date for his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Friends For Life, a pet adoption service, in care of Benny Mueller at 828-297-6688.
Online condolences may be sent to the Sickler family at www.hamptonfuneralservice.com.
Hampton Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.