Barry W. Walls Sr., lifelong plumber, pipefitter
Barry W. Walls Sr., 76, of Georgetown, died Tuesday, May 2, 2023. He was born in Wilmington to the late Willard and Madelyn Toulson Walls. In 1964, he was united in marriage to Virginia “Ginny” McCruden. Barry spent his life as a plumber and pipefitter, starting at County Plumbing in 1964-72. He worked at DuPont Chambers Works from 1972-82. He opened his own plumbing and heating business (B. Walls & Sons) in 1982, which he operated for 28 years.
He was also active in the community, managing the Castle Hills Greens Little League baseball team from 1975-80 in New Castle, and more recently was a past master of Franklin Masonic Lodge, among other ceremonial posts. He was a 33rd Degree Mason, a member of the Scottish Rite, as well as the Improved Order of Redmen.
Barry loved fishing, boating, watching football, woodworking and traveling. He and Ginny went all over the USA many times.
Barry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Virginia; and three sons, Barry W. Walls Jr. (Debbie) of Tallahassee, Fla., Richard H. Walls (Julie) of Little River, S.C., and Robert Walls (Sharon) of Millsboro. Barry is survived by three brothers, Charles “Chuck” Walls (Betty), Jack Walls (Francine) and Steve Walls (Cassie). He also leaves behind nine grandchildren, 18 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends. He was preceded in death by two older brothers, Willard and Vernon “Butch.”
Special thanks are extended to Carol Collins and Seasons Hospice for taking such good care of Barry.
A viewing and visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 9, at Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, with a funeral service beginning at 2 p.m. The Rev. James Van Der Wall will officiate along with Masonic services. Interment to follow at All Saints’/St. George’s Cemetery in Harbeson.
Flowers are welcome, or the family suggests memorial contributions to Seasons Hospice/Accent Care Hospice, 220 Continental Drive, Ste 407, Newark, DE 19713.
Electronic condolences to watsonfh.com.
