Barry Wayne Walls Sr.'s Obituary
Barry W. Walls, Sr., 76, of Georgetown, DE died on May 2, 2023. He was born in Wilmington, son of the late Willard and Madelyn Toulson Walls. In 1964 he was united in marriage to Virginia “Ginny” McCruden. Barry spent his life as a plumber and pipefitter, starting at County Plumbing in 1964-1972. He worked at DuPont Chamberworks from 1972 till 1982. He opened his own Plumbing and Heating Business (B.Walls & sons) in 1982, which he operated for 28 years.
He was also active in the community, managing the Castle Hills Greens little league baseball team from 1975 through 1980 in New Castle, DE and more recently was a Past Master of Franklin Masonic Lodge, among other ceremonial posts. He was a 33rd degree Mason, and member of Scottish Rite. He also was a member of the Improved Order of Redmen.
Barry loved to travel. He and Ginny went all over the USA many times. He also loved fishing, boating, watching football and woodworking.
Barry is survived by his wife Virginia, of 58 years, and three sons: Barry W. Walls, Jr. (Debbie) of Tallahassee, FL; Richard H. Walls (Julie) of Little River, SC; and Robert Walls (Sharon) of Millsboro, DE. Barry is survived by his brothers: Charles “Chuck” Walls (Betty); Jack Walls (Francine); and Steve Walls (Cassie). He also leaves behind nine grandchildren and 18 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by two older brothers: Willard and Vernon “Butch.” A special thanks is extended to Carol Collins and Seasons Hospice for taking such good care of Barry.
Friends and family are invited to a viewing and visitation to be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, from 1:00 till 2:00 PM with a funeral service beginning at 2:00 PM at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, DE. Rev. James Van Der Wall will officiate along with Masonic Services. Interment follows at All Saints/St. George Cemetery, in Harbeson. Flowers are welcomed, or the family suggests memorial contributions to Seasons Hospice / Accent Care Hospice, 220 Continental Dr. Ste 407, Newark, DE 19713.
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