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1935 - 2009
Age: 74
BARICH, Frank
Paw Paw
Frank passed away Monday afternoon, July 13, 2009 at White Oak in Lawton. He was born April 11, 1935 in Yugoslavia the son of the late Frank and Mary (Gregorin) Barich. He was manager at the Paw Paw Shopping Center retiring in 2000 and was a member of St. Marys Catholic Church, Paw Paw. Frank loved gardening, antique cars and being with his friends at the morning breakfast group at the Grapevine. On October 13, 1962 in Paw Paw Frank was united in marriage to Lois A. House who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters, Pam Barich of Livonia, MI and Maryann (Scott) Agge of Clarksburg, MD; 3 grandchildren, Amanda and Ryan Agge and Lauren Barich, sister, Ann (George) Altermatt of Portage; several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Thursday 1 to 3 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw where funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. with Rev. Fr. Robert F. Creagan officiating. Cremation will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southwest Michigan. |
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There are currently 9 condolences.
Frank & Kimm Sage
Monday July 20, 2009 at
12:25 PM
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The Barich's
We just learned of Frank's passing and wanted to give you are deepest sympathy. God Bless you and all the family. He was known and loved by so many people and he will be truly missed.
Sincerely, Frank & Kimm Sage
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Lil Modugno
diamonddlil@yahoo.com
Sunday July 19, 2009 at
2:29 AM
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Dear Mrs. Barich,
I was saddened to read about the passing of your dear husband, Frank!
Many, many years ago I worked as a checker at the Shopping Center when it first opened. My name then was Lillian Coleman and being a new employee I was feeling very lost at first and Frank always made me feel good because he always had time to stop and say good morning and find out how my day was going! A special friend!
Please accept my sympathy. I lost my husband 20 yrs ago.
Best wishes,
Lil Modugno (California)
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Jan and Chris Terrill
Friday July 17, 2009 at
1:38 PM
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Lois, Pam and MaryAnn:
Frank was the most personable and friendly man I have ever known. Every time I met him in the store he always had a big smile and was so jolly.
I know my father always thought of Frank as much more than a client but as one of his very best friends. I told this to Frank when I visited him last week and that brought on a big smile.
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Jeff Denzel
jdenzel@cinci.rr.com
Thursday July 16, 2009 at
2:35 PM
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Lois, Pam & Maryann - our family's thoughts & prayers are with you at this time with the passing of the very special person that Frank was. Though time & distance has come between of what is today, I personally have very fond memories of your husband/father .... he was a person of a strong will & professional work ethic, and you knew where you stood with him! It was truly because of him that I became interested in the Food business and now 27 years later I'm still part of it! God Bless & Our thoughts and Prayers are with you each. Sincerely - Jeff & Maureen Denzel and Family.
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Jeanne Otremba
Wednesday July 15, 2009 at
10:00 AM
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Dear Pam,
So sorry to hear of your dads passing. My prayers are with you and your family. I am sure you have many wonderful memories of you dad and his life. They will bring smiles to your face during this difficult time. Kind Regards, Jeanne
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Jim Ehehalt
jehehalt@jebrookside.com
Tuesday July 14, 2009 at
7:37 PM
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Pam, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Know that your dad loved you and that he was loved by you. All of us will be thinking of you and send our love.
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Patrice Adams
Tuesday July 14, 2009 at
2:26 PM
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I am so thankful that your dad is pain free now and in a place of peace and greatness. I will always treasure the memories of his Seattle Washington visit. With loving thoughts to you and your family.
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Gary K. Needham
gary@silvershooters.com
Tuesday July 14, 2009 at
2:26 PM
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Mrs. Barich,
My deepest Sympathy in hearing of Frank's passing. My prayers our with your family.
Frank, was the first boss I had at the Paw Paw Shopping Center (1965-1967). Frank's work ethic was beyond reproach. He taught me how to do it right and fair. After collage I move to Chicago. I've tried to apply his work ethic in my own working career.
When I would return to Paw Paw to visit my parents. No trip would be complete without a stop by the Shopping Center. To see Frank and Mr. Imus, We'd talk about the old days and how things had changed. The last time I saw Frank and Mr. Imus was 1999, at the time of my father passing. When I heard the Shopping Center was Closing. I called the store and talked with Mr. Imus and learned that Frank has retired. Then I called Frank, we had a great chat. That was the last time we talked.
Thank you Frank, you were a great mentor.
May God Bless
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John Hrycko
Tuesday July 14, 2009 at
9:13 AM
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Franky was a special person in my life. He became my first mentor, helping me get a job working for him at the Shopping Center. He was wise, smart, proud and a main person in the Shopping center family. As a hard worker, he set an example for many of us. No one
could ever outwork Franky.
We also ran around together along with Joe Minarovic while all of us
were still single.
He was best man at my wedding and we enjoyed many special times with him, Lois and the girls.
He and Lois were god-parents to our oldest daughter Noelle.
I owe a great deal of gratitude to
Franky for giving me a good start in life and for all the good things he did for me and my parents over the years.
His memory will live on.
John Hrycko
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