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Barry W. Foresta

04/05/1966 - 10/28/2015

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Obituary For Barry W. Foresta

Barry W. Foresta, 49 of Rockland died suddenly on October 28, 2015. He was born in Boston, son of Samuel A. and Kathleen M. (Walsh) Foresta of Rockland and was raised and educated there. He was a 1984 graduate of Rockland High School where he played on the Bulldog Football team that went to the Super Bowl. He attended the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth.

In addition to his parents he is survived by his sisters Deborah A. Foresta of Norwell and Cheryl Foresta Sheehan of Rockland as well as several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

A Pro Burial Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 am on Monday November 2, 2015 at the Holy Family Church in Rockland. The Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Services

2 Nov

Funeral Mass

09:00 AM

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
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  • 05/25/2021

    Sam and Kathy My thoughts and prayers are with you during this incredibly difficult and sad time.May you wonderful memories help ease your pain.

  • 05/25/2021

    You have left a hole in my heart. I will love and miss you forever. You made my world a better place. So giving kind and always putting others first. I am heartbroken. Love you.

  • 05/25/2021

    So very sorry to hear of the passing of Barry. I went to HS with him, and he was always such a wonderful kid. Fly high Barry and watch over your family and loved ones.

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Barry. I graduated with Barry. I still remember that smile of his from High School. Sending my thoughts and prayers to his family and to all who knew and loved him. May he rest in peace.

  • 05/25/2021

    Barry, I am heart broken. Losing my Dad was hard enough and then you came into my mother's life and showed her how to love again. You taught her to live again. You brought me to the Stonehenge in New Hampshire, the most beautiful place I've ever seen. You treated me like a daughter and made me feel like I had a Dad again. You truly were a beautiful person who had a huge heart. Thank you for being there for my Mother, for me and Krissy and even for talking to my son on the phone. Those are the things I will never forget, you will be missed dearly. MY deepest sympathy goes out to his parents and immediate family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers always. I am so sorry ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sorry to hear about Barry! I always remember his humor and always making people smile. Rest in sweetest piece! My prayers are with the Foresta family.

  • 05/25/2021

    So very sorry for your loss. I wish I could make it home for the services but I'm in Georgia and sadly can't get there. Sending my condolences and love.

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Barry. I have wonderful memories of him as a 5/6 year old in my first Kindergarten class. Barry always had a smile and wanted to help ... me and the other kids. What a loss to us all. My condolences to Deb and Cheryl and all his family and friends. So glad I knew him for even a brief moment. Rest in peace, Barry

  • 05/25/2021

    Sammy and Kathy, I am so sorry to learn of your son's passing. I cannot begin to know the grief you are feeling. Know that the prayers and thoughts of friends and family will help you during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

  • 05/25/2021

    My thoughts and prayers are with Debbie Cheryl and the rest of Barry's family at this time. May you rest in the sweetest peace Barry.

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Barry.. Prayers are with all of you!

  • 05/25/2021

    Rest easy Barry......Thinking of your family & keeping them in my thoughts & prayers....

  • 05/25/2021

    Dear Deb, Cheryl, and families Kenny and I are so sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers. Your handsome brother Barry is in the loving hands of our Lord may he rest in peace. With Love Cheryl and Kenny

  • 05/25/2021

    kathy and sam and all the Foresta family-my heart is saddened over your loss-sending all of you prayers and love-may Barry rest in the sweetest of peace

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to hear of Barry's passing. He always had a contagious smile that made you smile. My prayers to Mr and Mrs Foresta as well as to Debbie and Cheryl. So sorry for your loss. Rest in peace.

  • 05/25/2021

    So very sorry & sad for your family's loss,prayers & best thoughts.

  • 05/25/2021

    So very sorry & sad for your family's loss,prayers & best thoughts.

  • 05/25/2021

    Kathy and Sammy: I am so sorry for your loss. May Barry rest in peace. Sincerely Kathleen Dower Cogan

  • 05/25/2021

    Sammy and Kathy, Very sorry for your loss. Your memories will be there to keep you strong. . My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family. Paulette

  • 05/25/2021

    I have known Barry since we went to Esten Elementary School.It is with sad heart that we have lost a good person. To Barry's family his Mom and Dad,Debbie and Cheryl my prayers are with you. Barry will always be in our thoughts!!.

  • 05/25/2021

    Happy Birthday my beautiful man!

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    Miss U

  • 05/25/2021

    Hello Barry, it still feels like yesterday hearing that you were gone from this world. And it doesn't get any easier. Every where I go I get little reminders that your here with me and I hope you still there for my Mom. In the future I plan on traveling to EVERY Stonehenge in this world, I'm going back to New Hampshire and I'm going to find the arrowhead you hid, first. That was probably the best day ever. You turned a low point in my life into a positive experience which I believe got me where I am today. I'm a manager at my job, I have a home and I have my license and a car. You were very unique, there was something very cool about you. You knew so much. You taught me so much in just a short period of time. You helped me, when all I was trying to do was help YOU. You were selfless and you didn't deserve this. I am so sorry. I wish I could turn back time. Love you "Dad"

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    Sandy ❤

  • 05/25/2021

    I miss you so much Barry

  • 05/25/2021

    I miss you every day of my life.

  • 05/25/2021

    We are all in the land of the dying. You are in the land of the living.

  • 05/25/2021

    You are everything that is missing in this world!

  • 05/25/2021

    Happy Birthday Barry!!

  • 05/25/2021

    I have known Barry since we went to Esten Elementary School.It is with sad heart that we have lost a good person. To Barry's family his Mom and Dad,Debbie and Cheryl my prayers are with you. Barry will always be in our thoughts!!.

  • 05/25/2021

    You are always on my mind!

  • 05/25/2021

    Forever loved, Forever missed!

  • 05/25/2021

    We miss you more than words can describe

  • 05/25/2021

    The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all.

  • 05/25/2021

    I will be rising from the ground like a skyscraper.

  • 05/25/2021

    We will be together longer than we are apart

  • 05/25/2021

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY ❤

  • 05/25/2021

    Happy Birthday Barry
    love you

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    Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in this difficult time. Anytime I would see Barry he would have a smile on his face and greet you like you were his best friend even if he was not 100 percent sure who I was.

  • 05/25/2021

    Sam, Kathy, Deb and Cheryl, I'm truly sorry for your loss. May your family bond and the love you share for each other, get you through this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

  • 05/25/2021

    I am saddened by your family's loss. Barry was such a great kid in school, always smiling and friendly. My thoughts go out to his family and those he loved. Rest in peace Barry.

  • 05/25/2021

    Those we loved don't go away,They walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard,but alway near, Still loved,still missed and very dear. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. My heart weeps! My heartfelt condolences to the entire Foresta family.

  • 05/25/2021

    my thoughts and prayers are with all of you and all of our memories on Harlow Road.

  • 05/25/2021

    Dear Mr. and Mrs. Foresta, Debbie and Cheryl, I am so deeply sorry for your family's loss. I have such fond memories growing up on Summer St. hanging out at the Cass' pool with Barry pool-hopping back & forth to share a joke or good gossip. He also checked in just to see if you needed a helping hand. I'll always remember Barry as one of the cool, kind, good guys we grew up with. My thoughts are with Barry and your family at this heartbreaking time.

  • 05/25/2021

    My thoughts and prayers go out to to the entire Forests Family. Many memories with Barry, Cheryl and Debbie--- and of course their mom and dad who had to put up with all our 'fun' we had at their home.. xo

  • 05/25/2021

    I am saddened to hear of Barry's passing. My thoughts & prayers go out to his family and those he loved. Rest in peace my friend.

  • 05/25/2021

    Kathy, Sammy, Debbie and Cheryl - I was deeply saddened to learn of Barry's sudden passing. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you work through this most difficult time.

  • 05/25/2021

    Barry was a wonderful, sweet school friend. I am so shocked to hear of his passing. To the Foresta family, please know my love and prayers are with you right now....

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to hear of Barry's passing. Kathy and Sam our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  • 05/25/2021

    Spending tonight reflecting on all the times I spent with Barry on RHS basketball and football teams, and "after hours". A person more full of spirit I never met. His passing makes me give pause and wish his family my deepest condolences. I'm sure we'll meet again my friend, until then RIP..

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry for your loss and my belated response

  • 05/25/2021

    Dear SAM AND KATHY I thought today would be one of the saddest days of our lives but thanks to Cheryl and Dave it was truly a celebration of a fine young mans life. The most memorable trait I will remember about Barry was RESPECT he always called us Mr or Mrs Casey even though I kept telling him BOB and LOU. We have nothing but great memmories of Barry and you guys and thats what we will keep.

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    Dear Kathy, Sam, Debbie and Cheryl So very sorry to hear of Barry's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. May God surround you with His Love and strength. Pauline

  • 05/25/2021

    Me and Barry go way back since we were 6. Im wishing the Foresta family all my thoughts and prayers. I wish i stopped to talk to Barry the one time i saw him in his yard. I have and will always consider Barry (Forker) as we used to call him,my good friend. God speed Barry. Rest brother..you deserve to.

  • 05/25/2021

    "We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family". Tim Dower & family

  • 05/25/2021

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will always remember how Barry made everyone laugh. Rest in peace my old friend.

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to hear of Barry's passing he made my junior year of football the best ever. He will be missed.

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to hear of Barry's passing he made my junior year of football the best ever. He will be missed.

  • 05/25/2021

    Shocked and saddened to learn of this. My thoughts and condolences go out to the Foresta family. RIP, Barry.

  • 05/25/2021

    Sam and Kathy: I can not put into words the sadness I felt when I learnt of Barry's passing. The entire Puliafico family sends their condolences. your friend as always Frank Sr Abington

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sad to learn the news about Barry. A childhood friend from our days at Esten School and one of my buddies in high school--we had so much fun! Barry, you were kind, fun, and had the best smile, I will always remember you as a friend. My thoughts & prayers are with the entire Foresta family, such a wonderful family that will gain strength from each other.

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sorry to hear about Barry's passing. He put a smile on everyones face during his high school days. He will be missed. Rest in peace my friend

  • 05/25/2021

    Sending prayers & thinking of you all during this difficult time. The Damon's & Foresta's have been life long family friends over the years & our hearts break for your loss. May Barry RIP & God Bless

  • 05/25/2021

    Barry was incredible man with a beautiful spirit. I was so lucky to have known him for as long as I did. He brought my mother so much happiness. I hope the Foresta family finds peace in this difficult time. He was and is so loved.

  • 05/25/2021

    My thoughts and prayers go out to Barry's family and may you all find strength during this difficult time.

  • 05/25/2021

    Barry we will miss you god bless. Trapeno family

  • 05/25/2021

    Sam and Kathy you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincere sympathy.

  • 05/25/2021

    Happy St.Patricks Day Barry! The most handsome man God ever created.

  • 05/25/2021

    God looked around his garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon earth, and saw your tired face. He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful he always takes the best. He saw the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to climb, so He closed your weary eyelids, and whispered, "Peace be thine." It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn't go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home.

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    Barry was the coolest guy on the team. Always smiling and making others smile.

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    "There is no end to grief...and there is no end to love."

  • 05/25/2021

    Happy Valentines Day! Love You

  • 05/25/2021

    I will hold you in my heart until I hold you in Heaven

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