International LeatherSIR / Leatherboy
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International LeatherSIR, Leatherboy & Community Bootblack mourns the loss of one of its own...P R E S S R E L E A S E
Calgary, AB, May 10, 2011 - It's with a very sad heart that ILSb/ICBB mourns the passing of one of our own, Western Canada Producer Master Barry. Barry passed away peacefully with his partner Ron by his side after a brave battle with Brain cancer. Barry was known to many in the leather community as Master Barry, he was a devoted Leatherman who loved the energy and the dedication to family and honor that came with being said Leatherman. He was a teacher and mentor to many locally and internationally. Barry devoted his life to his family, friends and his teaching, as an educator he gave of his time, energy and love to his students and faculty colleagues. He was a proud member of Calgary's gay business community as an owner of the Calgary Eagle, a dream of he realized with his partner and friends. The Eagle became a gathering place for many in Western Canada, known not only for its welcoming staff and patrons but as much for the fabulous meals that Barry created, Sunday dinners, special events, the burgers during Pride, the buffets he put out for the judges and contestants at every contest that was hosted there. Barry opened his home and his heart to visiting Leathermen and women from all over. He loved his garden which was an oasis of calm for his family and friends. Barry will be missed by those who knew him for his laughter, smile and humour as well as his dedication to those he loved. He touched many on his journey and for that his memory will be cherished and celebrated. International LeatherSIR, Leatherboy and Community Bootblack is an annual event produced by Past, Present, Future LLC. Our mission is to produce educational events and opportunities with a primary focus on service and continuation of our community. All event details and information can be found on our website — www.LeatherSIR.com or questions can emailed to our Public Relations Officer and Board Secretary: Olivier Pratt at Olivier.Pratt@LeatherSIR.com
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