Robert Barron

Robert Barron, 83 of Berwick, passed away Thursday evening, November 17, 2016 at the Berwick Hospital Center Emergency Room after being stricken at his residence at Berwick Retirement Village I. He was born November 11, 1933 in Glen Lyon, PA., a son to the late John and Laura (Sperry) Barron. Robert served in the Army during the 1950's. After his discharge, he worked in Clifton, NJ at Old Spice. In 1970, he moved to Berwick where he was primarily employed as a material handler at Carlisle Plastics, Inc. until his retirement. He was an active member at the First United Methodist Church in Berwick where he served as a greeter, choir member, and helper wherever he was needed until health conditions prevented further participation. Robert enjoyed animals, especially dogs, watching classic horror films, and rooting for the Berwick Bulldog football team. He also taught himself to play the piano by ear. A quiet, friendly and kind man, Robert will be missed by everyone who knew and loved him. Surviving Robert is his son, Robert D. Barron and wife, Melissa of Bloomsburg. As well as his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 43 years, the former Yoda Smith in 1998. Also preceding were ten siblings: Louise, Mildred, Emily, Joe, Jimmy, Leonard, George, Dan, Jack, and Thomas. Robert's funeral service is 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 22 at the Kelchner-McMichael-Baker Funeral Home, 119-121 E. 3rd St., Berwick. Friends may call from 10:00 AM until time of the service. Burial will follow at Elan Memorial Park, Lime Ridge.