Barry Alan Bly

Barry A. Bly of Vicksburg, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at the age of 75. Barry was born on November 26, 1946 in Flint, MI. He was the son of Cleo “Van” and Pearl (Kelley) Bly. Barry’s dad was a traveling sales rep for Eckrich Meat and because of that he did a lot of traveling. This caused Barry to go to many schools and move around a lot. Barry always looked for the positive and enjoyed the experiences traveling provided and loved his childhood. He graduated from Kalamazoo Loy Norrix High School with the Class of 1964. After high school, he graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Business. He was employed for a period of time with General Motors, and then later worked for over 20 years at Borgess Hospital.  He married the love of his life, Angel Kellogg, on June 12, 1982. For Barry’s hobbies he enjoyed watching sports, playing golf, going hunting and fishing. His family will remember him as quiet, gentle, witty and having a great sense of humor.

Barry is survived by his wife of 40 years, Angel; three children: Shannon Bly; Joe (Abby) Franklin-Bly, of Kalamazoo; Matt (Jenn) Bly, of TX; six grandchildren: Kevyn, Pascal, Jordan, Caeleb, Daisha, and Ezra. He is also survived by his brother: Randy Bly, of Portage. Barry is preceded in death by his parents Van and Pearl Bly.

Barry has been cremated and no services are scheduled at this time. His ashes will be buried at the Vicksburg Cemetery.

While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Barry’s guestbook and/or share a memory with his family.

The Bly family is being cared for by the Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral Home, 409 South Main Street, Vicksburg, MI 49097 (269)649-1697.