William Barry Shields, 82, of Caledon, Ontario passed away peacefully at Mountainview Residence, Georgetown, on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Born on April 29, 1943, in Brampton, Barry was a devoted son to the late William Giffen Shields and Addie Marie Shields. Cherished husband of Patricia Shields, loving father of Jim Noble and daughter-in-law Kelly, beloved brother to Joan Marie Shields, and proud Pappa to his grandchildren Alex, Cole, Jack and Grace. Barry will be greatly missed by his extended family and friends who loved and respected him deeply. Following the tradition of the Shields’ men, Barry led a life defined by hard work and dedication as a farmer. He was respected for his strong work ethic and keen financial sense. He was known for his integrity, kindness, and commitment to his family, friends, and community. Comfort is found in knowing that Barry’s legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the love he shared, and the memories we will cherish forever. We thank the staff at Georgetown Hospital and Mountainview Residence for their exceptional care.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Tuesday morning, October 14 from 10 o’clock until time of memorial service in the chapel at 11 o’clock, followed by a celebration of life reception.
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Private interment of cremated remains in Dixon’s Union Cemetery, Caledon.
If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Salvation Army or Bethell Hospice Foundation.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Sandra Belford
I’m so sorry Pat and family. Barry was such a good man. Sending you a big hug.
Rest in Peace Barry
Sandi Belford
Deb and Barry Johnston
Pat and family. So sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Such a nice man. Take comfort that he is at peace now. Sending our love and hugs to you all.
Teresa Comella
So sorry for your loss. Sending love and condolences to the whole family
Sheila Sheard
We want to extend our Sincere condolences on the loss of Barry. He was such a wonderful, caring man. We’re all thinking about you during this hard time Pat
Bill and Sheila Sheard and family
Harold and Patricia Hobson
Barry is remembered by our family for his humour during our family get togethers. A kind and gentle man, deeply loved by his family and friends alike. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him .
John and Emily
So sorry for your loss Pat. Sending condolences to the whole family.
John and Emily Cation
Kim Contini
Sorry for your loss.
He was a gentle man and will be missed.
Thoughts and love go out to Pat, Jim and Kelly and Family.
GARY and Brenda SHAW
Brenda and I send our sincere condolences to Pat and the family.
Lisa Aucoin
Pat and family, so sad to hear of Barry’s passing. Please accept our condolences and know we are thinking of you all.
Hugs,
Lisa and John
Sandra McFarlane
Pat & Family,
Sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. He was a great friend and neighbour and we remember lots of fun memories.
John & Sandra McFarlane
Chris Grogan
So sorry for your loss, my condolences , my love and prayers to the family during this difficult time.
Ken and Dianne McKay
Pat our love and condolences to you and the family. We are going to miss Barry’s sense of humor and his gentle kind way. We are honored to have had our last get together at the cottage this summer We will cherish the memories.
Gary and Mary Kaechele
We send our condolences to you Pat and your family at this difficult time. Barry was a trusted friend and a great guy to work with. We enjoyed the opportunities we had to get together either in Calgary or Brampton. Barry’s presence will be missed by all who knew him.
Deborah Armstrong
Pat and family;
So sorry for your loss.
Sending you our deepest condolences,
Philip and Deb Armstrong
Caitlin Armstrong
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and love go out to the family.
Donna Marie Thornton
So sorry for your loss Pat.
With sympathy,
Donna Marie
Michelle Harvey
Dear Pat and Family,
Sending you all our deepest condolences. I have some very fond memories of the times we have been together over the years. Barry was a good guy! Big hugs to you all…Pat, Jim, Kelly and the grandkids. We are thinking of you all.
Sincerely,
Michelle and Dave Harvey
Sue Hunt
Pat. I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband Barry. Sending hugs to you and your family.
A friend from Herb Campbell
Cathy Johnston
Dear Pat & Family
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Barry. He will be missed by many.
Bob, Cathy, Tom & Crystal Johnston
Ruth Wiggins
Deepest Sympathy to Pat and family.
Joyce has fond memories of growing up with Barry.
Joyce & Ruth Wiggins, Diane, Tom , Adam & Kirsten Brennan
John and Margaret Lane and family
Pat, we are so sorry for the loss of Barry. He was such a very kind person.
Please know we are thinking of you and your family at this time.
Carolyn Heron
My sincere sympathy to Pat and Family
I just found out about Barry’s passing a few minutes ago.
I was a business associate of Barry when I worked for Hack, Curran & Partners-
over 30 years ago, and I must say Barry was a wonderful client, and friend.
It was my pleasure !
I am so sorry for your loss.
With Sympathy, Carolyn Heron
Nancy Shields
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this sad time. We will remember his pleasant conversations when we visited them at the farm.
Nancy Shields and family
Glenda Richardson
Pat and family… we have lost a great man in our community and friends circle… Barry s sense of humour and wit will be missed…we will miss his friendship….
Our deepest condolences to all
Ken and Glenda Richardson
Janie Duke
Our hearts go out to you Pat and your family
Barry was a special man with a warm smile…always welcoming.
You will have many fond memories…
Jim and Janie Duke
Ryan Ball
Pat, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of Barry. He was always so kind and enjoyed sharing a laugh.
Our condolences to you and your family.
Ryan and Mary
Bob and Suzanne Erwin
Pat and family
So sorry for your loss. We will miss his humor and laugh. Condolences
Paul & Betty Johnston
Our sincere sympathy To Pat and all the family. Barry was a great guy and will be deeply missed by everyone. You have made many great memories over the years to treasure.
Sara Cunti
To Barry, I have missed hearing your stories and sharing a chocolate bar. I will always remember the lessons I learned from you. You are missed. Rest in peace.
To Pat and family, our deepest condolences. We are truly saddened. We pray for all of you during this difficult time. Hugs to all.
Al Alexander
Pat and Family
Deepest condolences
Barry will be missed
Al and Joanna
Margaret Ann Pinkney
Our condolences Pat and Family. Barry was a kind neighbour and friend. He will be missed.
Mary Ellen Watts
Pat and Family, my deepest condolences to You on the loss of Barry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time
Susan Clark
To Pat and the entire Shields family but especially his wonderful grandchildren Alex, Jack and Grace, that I had the pleasure of teaching at Herb Campbell Public School, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you find peace in the wonderful memories you all share of your husband, father and grandfather. You are in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days to come.
Connie Vanstone
Pat and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Connie and Bob.
Chris Trimble
To Pat and Family, please accept our condolences on the passing of Barry. Our prayers are with you.
Diane and Chris
Mary Agar
Pat and Family Our deepest condolence to you and the family. We are very appreciative having been able to have had a great time at the cottage with you and Barry and the group. What wonderful memories to remember Barry by. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Wayne and Mary
Dave and Linda Livingston
Dear Pat and Family,
Our most sincere sympathy to you on Barry’s passing. His friendly smile and modest presence will be missed by all who knew him!
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Fondly,
Dave and Linda
Bob Presant
Pat and Family
We were truly sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. He will be missed by so many.
Our sincere condolences to all the family. Our thoughts are with you.
Bob & Gwen Presant
Joy Erwin
Dear Pat and Family,
We are thinking of you with love and sympathy. May your memories of Barry bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Our sincere condolences,
Joy, Robin, Lee, April Erwin and Family.
Letizia & Doug Pottier
Pat, we are so sorry to hear about Barry. He was such a sweet and gentle man. You and I had so much fun teasing him. He was always such a good sport and laughed at the silly things we did.
Condolences to you and your family.
Love, Doug and Letizia
Carolyn Graham
Dear Joan(sister of Barry)
To you and your family
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother, Barry. It sounds as though he had a good life
as a farmer, a businessman, a good neighbour, a friend and a brother. I know you had
many happy shared memories together and you will miss him.
I wish you and your family all the best and I send blessings too.
With love,
Carolyn Graham and family
Adam Shields
Dear Pat and Family,
Our sincere condolences for the loss of Barry. We will remember him as a kind and genuine man. You and Barry always made your home a top spot on south-caledon trick-or-treat circuit. He will be dearly missed, and we will be thinking of you in this difficult time.
Kind regards,
Adam, Emily & Hazel Shields
Eleanor Woodill
Pat and family:
It was very sad hearing of Barry’s passing.
Our sympathy to you and all the family.
I was thinking of you Tuesday at memorial service and wishing I could be there. I will watch the service on my phone.
We have many fond memories of Barry through the years. Love and Hugs Eleanor and Ted ❤️
Nancy and Mike
Dear Pat, we are sorry to hear of Barry s passing. Sending love to you. Condolences to your family. Nancy and Mike Dockrill nee (McKay)
Carl Adam
It is with great sadness that we send our sincere condolences to Pat and family.
Barry was a good friend and a kind gentleman with a great sense of humour. We will always remember the memories and good times together with both of you Pat with Aunt Nina and Uncle Jack Adam. Hugs sent by,
Carl and Laurie Adam, David and Marilyn Adam.