Barry G. Maystead

Barry passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 29, 2021 in Kalamazoo.

He was born January 29, 1958 in Kalamazoo, the son of Percy and Pauline (Deem) Maystead. Barry was a 1976 Portage Northern High School graduate. For 20 years he was a truck driver for Roadway until his retirement in 2008.

Barry was an avid golfer and bowler and had played on several leagues. He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, spending time on his boat, staying out at the lake and riding motorcycles and snowmobiles. Barry had a great sense of humor and was known for always cracking jokes. In 1977 in Kalamazoo he married Sandra Beer who survives.

Also surviving are his children, Lisa (Rob) Tobias of Delton and Brandon Maystead of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Robert, Maddie, Aidyn, Jaxon and Aybel; siblings, Doug (Jennie) Maystead and Steve Maystead along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

According to his wishes cremation has taken place.

Contributions in memory of Barry may be made to the

Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan.

Messages of condolence may be posted at

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Beerman

March 31, 2021 at 2:49 pm

I’m sure going to miss you brother.

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Tom & Connie

March 31, 2021 at 3:05 pm

I cannot make myself believe this is real. I shared so much time and we have so many great memories with this man I wouldn’t even know where to start! It was an honor and a privilege to have his friendship. He shared his family with me and made them, my own. I’m so deeply saddened it is hard to even breathe!

I am going to miss this man every day, for the rest of my life ~

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Nichole Henline

March 31, 2021 at 3:39 pm

Sandy, Lisa and Brandon – Last summer I got a kick out of watching Barry go around the neighborhood with the grandkids either on their bikes or on the 4 wheeler, they all looked like they were having a blast! It breaks my heart to hear of his passing, I’ll be keeping you all in my thoughts during this time.

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Stacy, Mason and Rayna McCoy

March 31, 2021 at 4:30 pm

Sandi and Family my heart breaks for you all. Barry had such a great personality with his big laugh and booming voice. He was always kind and welcoming to us at the campground and will definitely be missed. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

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Kim Saidla

March 31, 2021 at 6:39 pm

My heart breaks for you Sandi, for your kiddos & grand babies , I know there are no words that can make it better, so am sending love & wrapping my arms around you !!!

Hang on to the happy memories

Much love ❤️

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Terry and Connie Brenner

March 31, 2021 at 6:56 pm

Our heartfelt sympathies to the entire Maystead family.

Terry and Connie Brenner

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Ken Baker

March 31, 2021 at 6:58 pm

Sandy and family So sorry for you loss

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Larry & Mary Louthan

March 31, 2021 at 7:22 pm

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

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Tahisha Sherman (Martin)

March 31, 2021 at 8:08 pm

I spent many weekends during my childhood at the Maystead house. Mr. Maystead always treated me with kindness and was so fun to be around! My deepest sympathy to Lisa, her boys, Sandy and Brandon. I love you all.

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Carol

March 31, 2021 at 9:11 pm

Sandy we are so so sorry for your loss our prayers are with you and your family.i remember when berry ron and Steve had their birthday together when they were young.your cuz

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Jen Angel

April 1, 2021 at 5:40 am

Very sorry for your loss. You’re in my thoughts.

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Chris Scott

April 1, 2021 at 7:19 am

I always enjoyed helping Barry at Bob’s Hardware. He was always happy and seemed to be living life to the fullest and always tinkering with some thing cool. I’m sorry to hear of his passing and your familys loss.

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Matt & Debra Johnson

April 1, 2021 at 9:18 am

Sandi, and family so so sorry for your loss, he was a great person and will be missed by many. Prayers

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Christy

April 1, 2021 at 12:29 pm

I am so sorry for your unexpected loss for Sandy, the kids and the grand kids. I love how Lisa put that because of his donations of tissues and organ, 75 more Papa’s will live. With time I pray you will find peace in what appears to have been an avoidable accident. There are a great deal of people with a lot of good memories of this generous man. He will be close to your hearts.

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Mike and Sandy French

April 1, 2021 at 2:05 pm

Sandi, Our deepest condolences to all of you. Barry lived life large and will be missed by many. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

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Randi Sue Deneau

April 1, 2021 at 2:39 pm

We are so sorry to hear about Barry he was a very nice man we had good time watching him be busy at the lake we will be thinking about the family in this time of sorrow

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Kim and Jeff Musser

April 1, 2021 at 3:24 pm

So sad for your loss! Wanted so much to get to know you all better! Even though we felt like we have know you forever! Barry will be greatly missed! Thinking of you so much right now!

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Cathy Weirick

April 1, 2021 at 3:48 pm

Sandy

I am so sorry for your loss. I’m here if you ever need anything. I’ll miss his presence in our life as neighbors.

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Conni

April 1, 2021 at 5:20 pm

I’m so sorry for your loss my condolences to the hole family prayers to all. From your cross the street neighbors care giver .

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sharon weissling

April 1, 2021 at 5:31 pm

Sandy and all the Maystead family

I am so sorry, its so sad. Barry was a wonderful husband, father, poppa, brother & friend & he will be missed by so many.

Shari Bodnar Weissling

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Tom Howe

April 1, 2021 at 6:13 pm

I only new Barry a few years from the Trunk Slammers golf league at the Prairies, but I wanted to say that he has been my absolute favorite person to play with and had such a great personality…. just a funny, sincere, kind and fun person to be around. My heart goes out to all his family and friends as I am sure he will be sorely missed. With sympathy,

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Erica Busick

April 1, 2021 at 8:12 pm

Lisa and family,

We are so very sorry for the loss of your dad. We have many great memories of him from the baseball fields and we hope all the amazing memories you have of him will help you through the difficult days ahead. We are thinking of you all!

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Marie, Nicole, Abby & Bob Davis

April 1, 2021 at 10:21 pm

Sandy & family – So much love to all of you now and always. We love every memory that we have of the times spent with you. We will see you very soon.

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Jen Angel

April 2, 2021 at 5:52 am

Sorry for your loss

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Sarah Yonker

April 2, 2021 at 3:14 pm

So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers.

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Gaye Musall McCormick

April 2, 2021 at 5:18 pm

Sandi, I am so very sorry to hear about Barry. I will always remember our early years on Meredith Drive. Your family and Barry’s family living next door to one another. Those are great memories.

Please know I am sending strength, love, and prayers to you and your family. My deepest condolences to you Sandi.

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Dustin Johnson

April 2, 2021 at 10:00 pm

There’s a reason we called you uncle Barry.

You became a friend as I grew up, memories of Euchre and giant boxes of pizza and bowling. Barry thanks for making an impact on my life, you are a great person. You are missed buddy. I light one in your honor. Rest well.

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Jay Bridgeman

April 3, 2021 at 12:40 pm

From the days of hanging out with you at the bowling alleys to the fun pokes on fb. Your big heart and contagious personality has touched us all in so many ways. You will be missed my friend!! God speed.

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Fabiana Brownell

April 4, 2021 at 8:03 am

Sandi and family,

I am saddened by this news I just read. It breaks my heart knowing how this must be affecting all of you. I hope there is some comfort in knowing that you have friends who love and care for you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

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Phyllis

April 5, 2021 at 9:00 am

I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of Barry. He was so much fun at McGonigles and a all around upbeat guy every time I talked to him. I know you are hurting. Please remember he loved you all and peace of heart and mind to you. It is going to be hard but I hope the memories you all have with him help. Take care of yourselves!!!

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Stefan Bertok

April 5, 2021 at 3:07 pm

Barry was a friend, a brother, and a mentor to me . He will be dearly missed.

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Belinda Macklam

April 6, 2021 at 1:18 am

Barry was a very great man. Kind, generous, funny, warm hearted. We will all miss him.

Sandi, Lisa and Brandon and all of our family there; our hearts are with you at this time! On behalf of your Canadian Cousins

Love, Belinda.

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Veronika Velert

April 6, 2021 at 3:04 pm

Aus Österreich)Schweiz

Ich bin Tante Hilde, Martha’s Schwester und die letzte der Schreiner-Kinder!

Ich habe Barry nur zweimal getroffen und jedes Mal hat er mein Herz wie ein gutes Kaminfeuer gewärmt; mit Aufmerksamkeiten wie Champagne und Blumen, die er in unser Hotel bringen liess. Ich konnte ihm beim zweiten Wiedersehen mit Tortilla verwöhnen. Er strahlte soviel Lebensfreude aus, so wird er uns immer unvergesslich bleiben! Unsere ganze Familie hier in Europa wünschen den Hinterbliebenen Kraft und schöne Erinnerungen an Barry!

Hilde, Kinder, Enkel und Anverwandte

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Danny Schreiner

April 6, 2021 at 3:06 pm

I have only the fondest memories of Barry. He was one of those rare souls that every person hopes that they encounter in their life-time. Barry was welcoming and kind to everyone he met. And man… he always figured out how to have the most fun in every situation! Our hearts ache with his loss.

Danny Schreiner

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Veronika Velert

April 6, 2021 at 8:27 pm

From Veronika Velert (Aunt Hilde) English Translation of her message:

From Austria)Switzerland

I am Aunt Hilde, Martha’s sister and the last of the Schreiner children!

I met Barry only twice and each time he warmed my heart like a good fireside; with attentions like champagne and flowers that he had brought to our hotel. I was able to treat him to tortilla the second time I saw him. He radiated so much “joie de vivre”, so he will always be unforgettable to us! Our whole family here in Europe wish the bereaved family strength and beautiful memories of Barry!

Hilde, children, grandchildren and relatives

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Monika McKinley

April 7, 2021 at 9:28 am

Our hearts and thoughts are with you Sandi, Lisa Marie, Brandon and all the kiddos. We are so very sorry for this huge and sudden loss to you and your family. Barry was just the kindest, most fun loving soul that brought laughter and levity to every gathering we attended with all our cousins and extended family.

We loved our boat ride with him! We wish you peace, comfort and love ❤️

John & Monika McKinley & Family

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Shelly Pattison

April 8, 2021 at 11:35 am

Sandy and Family,

We were so saddened to hear of Barry’s passing. Such a wonderful man. He was always smiling and had a wonderful spirit. He will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him.

We wish you peace and comfort as you navigate through this tragic loss.

Matt and Shelly Pattison

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Craig Warren

April 9, 2021 at 6:50 pm

So very sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Didn’t see him as much anymore, but will miss that smirk. Best to Sandy.

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