Stephenson Delbert Barry passed away suddenly and tragically
On June 23, 2009. Delbert was born June 06/1945 in Gull Lake, Sask. He lived on
the farm in the Clairbank district until the family moved to Swift
Current in 1951. He received his education at Elmwood and Dickson
schools. When Delbert was 16 years old he was diagnosed with
schizophrenia. He spent several years in various group homes in Sask.
Fifteen years ago, he moved to Rosetown where he finally found his true
home through Wheatland Regional Centre. Del worked at the recycle
plant this gave him a feeling of self worth and a feeling of
belonging. He resided in an excellent group home and received the best of
care. Delbert excelled in his environment and he became the recipient of
the "Al McGuire Move To Independent Living Award”. He also just recently
received his 15 year award for working at the recycle plant. Delbert was
predeceased by father, Cliff Stephenson in 1997, sister Doreen Lee in
1999, brother Bob Stephenson in 2004, mother Caia Stephenson in 2005 and
brother in-law Percy Redmond in 1996. He is survived by sister
Clarice (Jim) Duncan; sister-in-law, Lyn Stephenson; brother-in-law, Lloyd Lee and many nieces and nephews. Delbert was a kind and
gentle man. He had many friends and his family was very important to
him. In his memory donations may be made to the charity of your choice. A memorial service was held on Saturday, July 4, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the chapel of Parkside Memorial Funeral Home with Reverend Kevin Johnston officiating. The interment will take place at a later date.
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