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John "Jack" Barrett

April 28, 1947 - April 20, 2020

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Obituary For John "Jack" Barrett

Barrett, John "Jack", age 72, unexpectedly passed on Monday, April 20, 2020, of Whitehall, formerly of Southside.

Beloved husband of the late Marietta C. (Sapienza) Barrett; loving father of J.J. (Becky), Patrick (Lauren), Daniel (Rachel) and Matt (Jen); proud and devoted grandfather of Adam, Alexander, Alaina, Andrew, Avery, Aiden, Austin, Aaron and Marie; son of the late Bernard and Edith Barrett; brother of Eileen Hite, Edith Ann Barrett, Mary DeMauro, Cathy Tannenholz, Bernard Barrett, Bill Barrett and Alice Schmitt. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Jack worked for Federated Investors in Pittsburgh for over 35 years. He was a very active member in St. Elizabeth Parish and church choir for over 40 years. Jack will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Due to the current health crisis, visitation, service and interment will be held privately. Arrangements entrusted to the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227. If desired, family suggests contributions to St. Elizabeth Parish, 1 Grove Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 or the Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter, 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

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  • April 26, 2020

    Bob Donna Hester

    Deeply saddened to hear of Jack's passing... I coached some of his son's in BWAA--- & Jack was always available to assist.. He personified Class, Integrity, Friendship & Christianity... To his family, please accept our deepest heartfelt sympathy... Bob & Donna Hester Viera Florida

  • April 23, 2020

    Chris Pavone

    I was so sorry to learn of Jack's passing and my condolences go out to the entire Barrett family. Jack was a gentleman and a devoted husband and father. I enjoyed his friendship. He will be missed.

  • April 23, 2020

    Rosalie West

    My deepest sympathy to your family. I worked with Jack for many years and he was a true gentleman and a good man to work with; his passing is so sad and he will be missed by many of us..

  • April 23, 2020

    Elaine Barrett

    Being an only child and attending family reunions, with the huge Barrett clan, was always a bit much for me. I can tell you I will always remember Jack and Marietta, as they were both so kind to me, each summer at this event, by offering me a kind smile and welcoming words. I remember watching Joe embrace his cousin, Jack, and then engage in talk of their business job worlds. But it is Jack's big smile and Marietta's generous welcomes that are what we will remember, though our time spent with them was way too brief. Blessings and hugs from your NJ Barrett cousins to all of you. And lots of love. - Elaine & Joe

  • April 23, 2020

    Rob Sauritch

    To the Barrett family, my heartfelt sympathies to you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,

  • April 22, 2020

    Kay Duffy Thomas

    contribution for memorial sent to St Elizabeth parish as requested...KayDuffy Thomas(cousin)

  • April 22, 2020

    Kay Duffy Thomas

    my heartfelt sympathy goes out to Jack' s children and grandchildren and siblings! He will receive many accolades for the honorable way that he led his life! may all of you be comforted by such praise! As second cousins, we saw more of each other when we were young and my parents , Marg and Pat Duffy loved his parents, Edith and Bernard! Recently Jack and his sisters invited me to lunch ; that was an enjoyable experience and one that will now be a most treasured memory. It is sad that in this time of quarantine, we who loved him cannot join in visitation with his immediate family. We will remember him in private prayer and online masses! I will donate, as requested , to his parish in his name. Farewell, Jack, to this world's embrace. I am consoled that now I have another soul who may intercede for my own salvation to my Creator. Look back at those who miss your earthly presence and ask God to keep us in His care!

  • April 22, 2020

    Debbie Marshall

    I met Jack at Federated when I started working there in 1981. Through the years, Jack and I worked on many projects and he was a perfectionist! He was very kind and he loved telling stories about his family. He was so proud of his four sons and all of their accomplishments. His wife made the best cookies and he would share them at work. Both Jack and Marietta did a wonderful job with their fund raising for colon cancer and they were very dedicated to helping with the fight against this disease and I commend them for their efforts. My condolences are being sent to his family.

  • April 22, 2020

    Paul Lavelle

    We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless and stay safe. Paul and Shelly

  • April 21, 2020

    Joe Greer

    Dan & Matt & your entire family & extended family, we are very sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. Your Mom & Dad were 'salt of the earth' people who lived with a sense of class, dignity, humility, & a quiet peace that we should all aspire to. I know that they were and are very proud of all of you. Prayers for you to carry on in their strength & wonderful legacy. Mr. Greer & family

  • April 21, 2020

    Ginny Bendis

    My deepest sympathy to the Barrett Family. I worked with Jack at Federated Investors for 8 years as an Administrative Assistant in the Environmental Insurance Department. Jack was a gentlemen!!! He loved his family!! I also had the opportunity of attending many Cookie for Chris Events.. Jack will surely be missed.

  • April 21, 2020

    Jim Oldaker

    Sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I knew Jack through my wife Eileen who worked with him for many years at Federated. I last saw Jack at your Mothers funeral. We would occasionally E mail each other. God bless Jack and your family. Jim Oldaker

  • April 21, 2020

    Charlie & Rose

    My memory of Jack and his wife Marietta goes back to when they were a couple in high school. My mother, Mary, would have my dad drive my younger brother, David, and me from Leechburg "all the way" to visit everyone at her parents' place (Leon and Sophia Gasiorowski) on the Southside at 136 South 16th St from time to time. Jack fit right in with the family. Very good natured and easy-going. Decades have gone past since then. But working in downtown Pittsburgh off and on, I would still bump into Jack during lunchtime and he would bring me up to date on his family. Good man. We will miss him and hope we meet again when we pass on. Our condolences go out to his family.