Barry Edward Enberg
Obituary
Passed on May 22, 2023
June 28, 1961 – May 22, 2023 With heavy hearts, we share the sudden passing of Barry Enberg on May 22, 2023 at his home in the Norris Lake District.
Left to cherish his memory are his mother Agnes, brother Wayne (Carol), sisters Marlene (William and Jemiah) and Tracey (Michael), nieces Laura and Nicole, as well many beloved family and friends.
Barry was predeceased by his father Edward, sister Cheryll and lifelong best friend Larry McMahon.
Barry attended school in Teulon and graduated in 1979. After high school he started his carpentry career with Bill Reynolds out of Balmoral. After working with several crews and partners, he went on to establish his own business, Enberg Carpentry.
Barry was a sports enthusiast who played several sports including baseball, hockey, and broomball. He coached youth baseball, junior co-ed broomball, and at age 18 was president of the Inwood Sports Club. As a player, he started the Hillside Rebels co-ed broomball team and was an orginal member of the Inwood Invaders men’s hockey team, both starting in the 1979-80 season.
The summertime was fastball with the Teulon Reds (1978-91) and co-ed slow pitch with the Teulon Inmates, starting in 1992. Other hobbies included raising exotic birds, fishing, and camping.
Barry was a partner with the group that bought the Inwood golf course in 1989 from John Olsen. His partners included his brother Wayne, Frank Thorkelson and Ed Waluk.
During the 2nd season of 1990, Barry was diagnosed as bipolar, a disorder he would battle with the rest of his life. He then stepped away from the golf course to focus on his carpentry career.
As Barry battled his disorder, he was lucky to be surrounded by many friends and family members who were there to help him along his journey. Barry kept working up to the time of his death on May 22, 2023.
Barry lived life the way he wanted to, adventure after adventure. If he wasn’t herding bison across the slough on a snowmobile to help a friend, he was expanding his many properties. He was man of simple pleasures. He loved country music and bonfires with friends and family.
Any one who knew Barry enjoyed his company. His natural charm and conversation were always welcome.
Barry’s legacy will live on with every beautiful house, shop or cabin he built through the Interlake as well as in the memories of everyone who loved him.
A graveside service will be held at Norris Lake Cemetery on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 1:30 pm, with lunch to follow at Inwood Community Hall.
Be at peace brother.
Comments
To Agnes & All the family, Our deepest condolences on the loss of Barry. We all have fond memories of spending time together as neighbours, riding the bus together, & school days. Your sparkling eyes, shy smile, friendly nature & incredible carpentry skills will always be remembered and cherished. Rest Peacefully Barry🙏 The family of the late Courtney & Eleanor Hamaberg
Cindy Babiuk
Our condolences to the Enberg family. Rest in peace Barry.
Randy and Kelly Wishnoski
My thoughts and prayers for the Enberg family. Make some houses up in heaven Barry.
Carla A'Bear
Thoughts & prayers to Aunt Agnes and family. I remember Barry from our much younger years. Sendings my sincere condolences. Peggy Hoeppner (Thompson)
Peggy Hoeppner
Thoughts & prayers to Aunt Agnes and family. I remember Barry from our much younger years. Sendings my sincere condolences. Peggy Hoeppner (Thompson)
Peggy
Barry you will be missed deeply. Your love for family, friends and nature. When you got home from work your favorite thing was the outdoors. Watching the beavers build their dams. Watching a family of squirrels or rabbits running around your yard. Making birdfeeders to put all over the place so you could see the beautiful birds. Watching the deer go through the pastures and the fields. Or just sitting in a lawn chair breathing the fresh air and listening to world. Love you Barry.
Marlene Enberg
The Swedish Meatball was a great friend, my defense partner on the Shoal Lake Renegades, and everyone's biggest supporter... I will him alot. Barry, your passing has left a hole in our hearts💔 The stories and memories are numerous and forever treasured. Rest easy Brother..
Paulcat
Agnes, Our deepest sympathy on your loss of a family member. This is a very difficult time for you. We hope that you are keeping well. Gertie & Leo Barron (Peltier)
Gertie Barron
My deepest condolences on your loss of Barry. I have many memories of him and the family from way back. I remember he, Wayne, and my brothers hanging out together when my Dad had the farm out there. Rest easy Barry.
Marie Darcel
With sadness we send condolences to all of the Enberg family. We remember Barry’s friendly disposition & always a big smile. Our sincere sympathy from Arlean & Dennis Jordan
Arlean jordan
Rest in Peace Barry, always a Friendly Guy!! We had some great road trips and carpentry jobs this winter. You will be missed
Gary Smaldon
To the Enberg Family, We send our condolences and prayers that God will comfort you during this difficult time. Loss of a loved one is never easy. Take comfort that others will support you throughout your grieving. We have great respect and feel very honored to have had Barry in our lives. As a carpenter, he helped Bill Reynolds build our home in 1985. He played baseball along with Leonard back in those youthful days with the McMahon boys and Allan Hamaberg at the Inwood Sports day. I always enjoyed trying to get Barry to talk and joke between games . Quiet, shy, very smart, always very polite - wonderful fellow. You will be missed, Barry not only by old and new friends but by each person you had contact through out the years. Rest in Peace.
Leonard and Josie Lindley
You will be missed and thought of always. Rest easy now friend. Heartfelt condolences to the Enberg families.
Barb and Allen Pfrimmer
Our condolences to the Enberg family. Barry helped build our house in Stony Mountain. He was always very friendly and smiling.
Alan and Gail Schick
It was with saddened shock that we learnt of Barry’s passing. The first thing that came to mind was his smile. Kind of a shy smile. Always took the time to chat. Back in school you never saw Barry without Larry close behind or vies versa. Guess heaven has its own shenanigans now! Rest in Peace Barry
Patti Dola
Our deepest sympathies to the Enberg family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Warren and Alana Eyolfson
Alana
Condolences to the family on the loss of Barry. I haven’t seen him for quite a few years but he was always smiling and his laugh resonated no matter the setting. I have no doubt heaven is a little brighter with that smile of his.
Victoria Wallaker (Watt)
Our deepest condolences to the Enberg Family. I will always remember Barry’s laugh and that big smile. Rest in Peace Barry 🌸
Pam and Dwight Armitt (nee Grose)
My sincere condolences and prayers to the Enberg family. Rest in peace Barry.
Maureen McKague
My friend , my crazy Swed neighbor , 🖤 I will miss our hilarious chats on the back road , whether u were in ur truck , on ur lawn mower , quad, or perched in a field chilling . RIP BARRY ! I will miss ya ! Condolences to family n friends !
Corine eskilson
Rest in Peace Barry, always a friendly hello and chat whenever we bumped into each other. Condolences to the Enberg family.
Joel Marie (Weselak) McDonald
Our thoughts are with the entire Enberg family at this sad time.. Barry will always hold a special place in everyone’s heart! Rest Easy Barry
Rick and Val Sherred
Our deepest sympathy and healing prayers to the Enberg family. Barry had a heart of gold and an infectious laugh that could be heard everywhere he went. He will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him and call him friend. Rest easy Barry, your work is finished. Grant and Shannon💜
Shannon McKay
Our Sympathy to the Enberg family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda & Trevor Barnes
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