Peabody and Salem, NH - Robert P. Barry, 62 of Salem, NH, and formerly of Peabody, Danvers, and Methuen, died unexpectedly Saturday at his home.

Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Paul F and Helen T (Sowle) Barry. He was a graduate of Danvers High School, class of 1979 and later continued his education at Northern Essex Community College and received his nursing degree.

Robert was in the nursing field for over 36 years, first as an LPN and later as an RN. For over 30 years, he worked at Hogan Regional Center caring for patients with developmental disabilities. After his retirement, Robert followed his passion and began working with at-risk youth at a residential home.

He enjoyed writing, reading and antique hunting. Robert was at his happiest up at Newfound Lake with his family or spending time with one of the many loyal dogs throughout his life.

His passion in life was his family and caring for others. He leaves a strong tradition of trying to be a good person and helping those who need it the most.

Robert is survived by his former wife and best friend, Lynn Barry of Haverhill, two sons, Robert and his wife Diana Barry of Millbury, Nicholas and his wife Samantha of Boston, his daughter, Mackenzie Barry of Haverhill, his two sisters, Mary Susan Gilchrist of Danvers and Nancy and her husband, Jonathan Arnotis of Peabody, his granddaughter, Margot Barry, and by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Paul F. Barry, Jr.

His funeral will be held on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn St, Peabody, followed by his Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's Church, Lynn St, Peabody to which relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Burial services will be private. For directions and on-line obituary, visit www.ccbfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice and perform an act of kindness.