Barry Charles Quimby, 52, died Tuesday morning, October 8, 2019. Born in Nashua on February 6, 1967, he is a son of Dr. Carl A. Quimby and the late Evelyn F. (Bruce) Quimby.
Barry attended Nashua public schools, Rivier College, and graduated from Keene State College with a degree in Psychology. He spent his entire adult life working in the social services field advocating for the homeless and mentally ill.
In his most recent years, he was employed by the Center of Life Management in Derry, NH. Ill health forced his retirement in 2019.
Barry is survived by Amy Charron, a very close companion and her extensive family. He is also survived by his father, Carl Quimby; his sister, Sherri Ann; his brother, Bruce and his wife Andrea, and his brother, David; sister-in-law, Mary Jane; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of his life will be held in the Main Street United Methodist Church, 154 Main Street, Nashua on Saturday, October 19th at 2:00 p.m. All wishing to honor his memory are urged to attend this and the reception following this service.
A lifelong connoisseur of concert music, Barry often travelled far to hear favorite groups. Also a prolific reader, Barry has agreed that a Library Memorial Fund be made in his name. Donations may be sent to the Barry Quimby Memorial Fund, Merrimack Public Library, 470 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054, or to a charity of one’s choice.
Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com
