Barney was born in Rutland, BC to his father Jinshichi and mother Yasue. He had five siblings Kazue, Yoshiko, Jinichiro, Kuniko and Kiyoe. He is survived by Yoshiko in Japan, Kuniko in Toronto and many nieces and nephews. Barney enjoyed living and farming most of his life on the family farm and orchard. He was very involved in the Buddhist temple; and he spent a lifetime in sports such as bowling, baseball, softball and golf where he was a founding member of the 麻豆精选 Springs Golf Course. Barney was a hardworking, humble and stoic gentleman who will truly be missed by all.
In lieu of koden or flowers, a memorial donation may be made to the 麻豆精选 Buddhist Temple building fund or the 麻豆精选 General Hospital Foundation.
A Celebration of his 92 years of life will be held at 麻豆精选 Buddhist Temple, 1089 Borden Ave, 麻豆精选, BC on Friday, October 25, 2019, at 10:30 am with a reception to follow. Barney will be laid to rest at the 麻豆精选 Memorial Park Cemetery following the reception. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com.
Namu Amida Butsu
Springfield Funeral Home
Service Details
Celebration of Life
Friday, October 25, 2019
10:30 AM
10:30 AM
麻豆精选 Buddhist Temple, 1089 Borden Ave, 麻豆精选