Donald "Don" J. Barry, Jr.

August 13, 1946 - June 16, 2023

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Obituary for Donald "Don" J. Barry, Jr.

Donald J. Barry, Jr., attorney, of Quincy and Falmouth, formerly of Milton, passed away at age 76.

Beloved son of the late Donald J. Barry and Gertrude G. Barry, and brother of the late Bruce F. Barry of Westwood. He is survived by his beloved sister-in-law Margaret (Peggy) A. Barry of Asheville, NC, dear nephew David F. Barry of Austin, TX, dear niece Christine Barry Rains and her husband Michael, Godfather and beloved “Nonno” to Evelyn M. Rains and Andrew M. Rains of Asheville, NC.

Longtime Senior Vice President and Counsel for Citizens Bank in Boston, successor to the former Neworld Bank and Charlestown Savings Bank, retiring in 2009 after a forty-year career in the banking industry focusing on bank law and regulatory issues. Don graduated from Boston College High School, Boston College, and Suffolk University Law School. In addition to being an attorney, he was a member of the Society of Real Estate Appraiser holding the SRA professional designation. He was also a member of the U.S. Army Reserves during the 1970’s.

Don was appointed to the Massachusetts Security and Privacy Council by former Governor Edward J. King, serving from 1983-1985. Over the years he served on the board of trustees for the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation and in various capacities for the Mass. Bankers Association, The New England Council, and The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of The Beacon Society of Boston, a social club, and The Federalist Society of Washington, D.C. a national organization mainly attractive to attorneys throughout the U.S. who share a more generally conservative view and interpretation of the law.

Don was very active with the Laboure Center in South Boston, a social services agency and division of Catholic Charities, serving on its board of directors for many years and as chair for the final three years of his term ending in 2013.

A seasonal resident of Acapesket Beach in Falmouth on Cape Cod since 1978. Don enjoyed many happy years having drinks and dinner with family and friends at that very special place. He was an avid reader and loved classic movies. He enjoyed traveling especially to San Francisco and New York City. He will be remembered for being a loyal friend and sharp conversationalist.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams Street, Milton Saturday June 24 at 10:30 AM. Family and friends respectfully invited. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Friday June 23 from 3-7 PM. Burial Milton Cemetery.

Services

23 Jun

Visiting Hours

03:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Dolan Funeral Homes and Cremation Services - EAST MILTON SQUARE 460 Granite Avenue Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions »
24 Jun

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 AM

Saint Agatha Church 432 Adams Street Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions »
24 Jun

Burial

11:30 AM

Milton Cemetery 211 Centre Street Milton, MA 02186 Get Directions »
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  • July 07, 2023

    Mr. Barry, Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army Reserve during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow Servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

  • June 23, 2023

    Don was such a compassionate and caring person. These qualities along with his intelligence, professionalism and ability to tell a good story brought him the admiration of his numerous good friends. Don brought all of these qualities to bear on the mission of Catholic Charities Labouré Center in South Boston as Board member, Board Chair and faithful advocate, thus touching the lives of many in need. His employment at Citizens Bank and their Charitable giving program proved for much financial support for our services.Labouré. He loved his family dearly and referred to them frequently with great love and endearing stories. We are honored to have known Don. May he rest in peace. Sister Maryadele Robinson, Director Emeritus, Catholic Charities Labouré Center and Laboure Center Board Members

  • June 18, 2023

    Don was a kind, effective, capable colleague to many including myself at Citizens. He gave back generously to the community. I will remember him with great appreciation and send my sincere sympathies to his family and friends. Larry Fish

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