Barry A. Chafe
Barry A. Chafe, 58, of Holbrook passed away suddenly at home on Friday, December 11, 2020. He was the beloved husband of Sandra (Picanzi) Chafe who shared 23 years together and married for the past 8 years.
Born in Brockton, MA he was the son of the late Robert Chester Chafe and Isabella Chafe (Tabor).
Barry is a graduate of Holbrook High School class of 1980 where he completed his Graphic Arts studies and later began his career working at Inforgraphics in Canton, MA as a Microfilm Technician. Barry also completed a course in Residential Electricity at Blue Hills Regional Technical School.
Barry was a long time devoted and loving care giver of his brother, Russell Chafe, for the past 40 years.
Barry enjoyed spending time with his extensive family. Vacationing up north every year was a special time for Barry with his nieces and nephews. Barry also enjoyed his annual trips with family to Bush Gardens. Family cookouts, traveling, golfing, skiing and outdoor activities were special times for Barry.
In addition to his wife Sandra he is survived by his brothers, Wayne Chafe of Plymouth, Russell Chafe of Holbrook and sister Jan Morse (Chafe) of Plymouth, brother in laws, Michael Picanzi of Brockton and Joseph Picanzi of North Easton, sister in laws, Laurie Lemieux of Norton, Linda Lombardo of Onset, Susan Vieira of Middleboro and Michelle Hassan of Brockton. As well as several loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was also predeceased by his brother, Robert Chafe and sister Linda Biagini (Chafe).
Visiting hours will be held at the Hurley Currie Funeral Home, 127 So. Franklin St. (Rt. 37), Holbrook on Saturday, June 26th from 1-3pm followed by a burial at Union Cemetery in Holbrook. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Barry’s name to the American Cancer Society, a charity Barry supported in memory of his family, at www.americancancersociety.org.
Guestbook
First Name: Bob
Last Name: Azanow
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 12/30/2020
Hello Jan and family, Its been a long time. I want to send my sincerest condolences to you to and your family. I am so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your brother. May he Rest in Peace.
God Bless,
Bob Azanow
Holbrook
First Name: Janet
Last Name: Heffernan (Chafe). Salvucci
City: Bridgewater
State: MA
Country: united states
Entry Date: 12/30/2020
I have many fond memories of Barry .My brother-in-law and best man in my marriage to his brother Wayne for 20 + years . We’ve had many good times camping , cookouts, trips to his condo in New Hampshire! Many Many laughs, My children,Tanya 36 Jason 34 Will always remember the fun times at Uncle Barry’s, Godfather, of my son Jason . He was for sure the Funniest, Coolest ,Best Uncle ever ! He will be forever missed . R.I.P. Barry
First Name: Brian
Last Name: Sullivan
City: Londonderry
State: NH
Country:
Entry Date: 12/31/2020
My thoughts and prayers are always with Barry’s family.
First Name: Steve & Lisa
Last Name: Sass
City: Brockton
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 01/11/2021
We're keeping the whole family in our prayers. Especially Sandra & Russell, we will sorely miss Barry. He was always an upbeat sole, Always looked for a bright side, a silver lining. HE Likes & Loves people, always helped anyone he could. Some day we'll see him again, Soon. So Be It, God bless you all. Amen
First Name: Shelly
Last Name: Petti Nadeau
City: Rehoboth
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 01/25/2021
Dear Lifelong Friend Sandra,
My husband and I have been fortunate to share the company of your family. Especially on the Cape at Laura’s lovely beach setting, with you Barry and Russell! We wish peace, love and hope in your grieving.
My favorite Saint, St. Padre Pio, would say, “Pray, Hope, Don’t Worry.” Love you Sandra. Marcel & Shelly
First Name: Laura
Last Name: Lipinski
City: East Bridgewater
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 06/21/2021
Sandra… So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
First Name: Andrea
Last Name: Homer
City: East Wareham
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 06/24/2021
Sandra, I'm so terribly sorry about the passing of your husband. My sincere condolences and warmest condolences to your family
First Name: Anthony
Last Name: Biagini/ chafe
City: Brockton
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 09/20/2023
This has been long waiting.Barry raised me as a child I lived with him for many of my juvenile years he was my favorite person on this planet next to my 3 sons .I never got to say goodbye due to my problems at the time but I think of you and talk to you daily I hope you know I love you and will never forget all the love you gave me as a child that not many others gave..I try to raise my kids the way you raised me but if you're reading this ? please send some prayer's for my 3 boys they need it..I wish i could have been their and ill never forgive myself..what's left of my heart ...Antonio.