Diana Barry 1942-2024

Diana was born March 19, 1942, in Youngstown, to John and Julia Sostoric Simunic.

Diana taught chemistry for nearly 30 years at Copley High School. She enjoyed her retirement in Bonita Springs, Florida, spending time with the “Tennis Babes” and playing cards with her friends, and especially enjoyed time with her husband, Frank.

Diana will be deeply missed by family and friends; her children, Rebecca Barry (Henry Keiluhn) and Julie Barry (Charles Wilson); her grandchildren, Zachary and Tim Rivera, and Olivia and Owen Barry-Wilson; and siblings, Richard Simunic (Linda O’Malley), Dot Marek and Nancy Simunic (Steve Flower).

Diana was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Barry; and her parents, John and Julia Simunic.

A memorial service will be 11:30 a.m. March 15, 2025, at St. Paul Episcopal Church, 101 E. High St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050, with the Rev. Charles Wilson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope Hospice, Donations Department, 9470 Healthpark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908, or online at MoreHope.org.

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