Barry Robert Smith
August 23, 1966 - December 19, 2025
Barry Robert Smith, age 59, of Cecilton, MD, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Born in Ridgewood, NJ on August 23, 1966, he was the son of the late Robert Charles and Sheila (Crawford) Smith. Barry made his career as a plumber and HVAC technician for the State of Delaware until his retirement.
A true outdoorsman, Barry loved spending his free time in nature. He enjoyed going hunting and fishing, and looked forward to taking his family camping. Barry relished every opportunity to relax at the beach. He also could often be found taking his motorcycle out for a ride. Barry was a talented handyman that tried to fix everything himself. Barry will always be remembered as a loving husband and proud father.
In addition to his parents, Barry was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Lynn (Combs) Smith. He is survived by his sons, Jake C. Smith (Nicole Hinkle) of Newark and Josh C. Smith of New York, NY; sisters, Pam Unruh of Florida and Becky Smith of Townsend; and canine companion, Lila.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 12 pm on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 12 pm. Interment will follow in Townsend Cemetery, Caldwell Corner Road, Townsend, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Barry’s memory to the Delaware Wild Lands, Inc., P.O. Box 505, Odessa, DE 19730 or online by clicking here.
Randy Green
Barry was a very good friend to me. He taught and helped me with many things. I enjoyed spending time with him. I will miss him dearly. Rest in peace my friend.
David
May you rest peacefully in heaven Barry we will surely miss you.
Sincerely,
David Perez
Patti Raughley
Was so sorry to hear about Barry’s passing. I knew Barry from working in the Christina School District. He definitely was one of the nicest guys. Always there for you. There is no doubt he will be missed by so many who knew him.
Rest in peace Barry.
🙏🙏🙏
Patricia Plaster
My heart goes out to you and your family. Barry was a coworker at the School district. I always enjoyed hanging out and talking to Barry while out parts. Barry never minded helping out if he could.
Barry always enjoyed talking about his son’s and singing their praise. Such a pleasure to have known Barry .
My deepest condolences 🙏
Chris Duvall
Prayers to everyone, especially the boys. Barry is in a better place now with the love of his life, Donna. Rest in peace Barry. A donation has been made to his charity. Sorry we couldn’t make it to the funeral. Love, The Duvall family