Barry Rosenthal
Born September 26, 1943, passed away with his loving wife; Cathy, by his side as she always was, on August 2, 2025.
Barry was a lot of things; a Veteran, a character, a hustler, comedian, a story teller, a friend and a collector. Above everything, he was a devoted father who would move mountains for his kids.
Barry proudly served his country as a First Class Quartermaster in the Navy for 12 years before joining his father in the workforce. He spent much of his life as a mobile home Salesman, where his charismatic personality served him well.
Barry was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Gertrude Rosenthal, his sister, Reeva Sterling and her daughter Robin Sherman. He is survived by his wife Cathy, children; Ben (Laura) Rosenthal, Rachel (Nathan) Smith, Brent Rosenthal, and his sister Gail (Gary) Zelizer. He had 3 beautiful granddaughters that meant the world to him, Lucy Rosenthal, Abby and Emma Smith. In addition to several nieces and nephews; Bari (Thomas) Gullo, Adam (Angel) Zelizer, their children; Rose and Abby, and Scott Silverman and Paula Wilson.
Barry lived to defy the rules, he always ate what he wanted, which was nothing good for him. This also pertained to any rule he didn’t like, he once rode his motorized scooter to the bank down MLK Hwy and felt he should argue with the cop who stopped him for being unsafe. Barry was known for his ability to ride the line. Despite his obstinance, everyone who knew Barry loved him. He had the type of personality that always drew you back in and one you could never stay mad at.
We know he is up in Heaven with his dad betting on horses and cracking jokes or sorting through baseball cards. He will be forever loved and missed and will always be thought of fondly and often.
I hated hearing that Barry had passed away cathy Words will not express how sorry I am and yes if you new Barry you can never stay mad at him for anything he was a jokester and a real friend ,He was always my friend and I will miss him also, Rest in peace my friend you are home now
My friend for over 40 years was one of a kind;he made his own rules and changed them when he wanted. Barry was a
Jokester and everyone loved him. Barry was a true
Friend and would give you the shirt off his
Back. He will be irreplaceable. Rest in peace.
I will see you in heaven. Paula
So sorry to hear this. I remember him as a child always being funny,and fun to be with.
RIP Honey.
Thank you Barry for all the times you let me and my children move in with you and Linda.I will never forget our times taking the jet or the prop.Love you Barry,Robbie Kabobie.