Barry Craig Sydenstricker

     Barry Craig Sydenstricker, age 67, of Landenberg, Pennsylvania, passed away on December 27, 2023, at his son’s home in Oxford, PA. He was the husband of the late Brenda (Foulk) Sydenstricker. Born in West Chester, PA, he was the son of the late Russell Sydenstricker Jr. and the late Katharine (Dilley) Sydenstricker.  

     Barry worked a variety of jobs over the course of his life.  For twenty years he was a produce manager for Acme Markets in several stores.  Following that, he became a certified HVAC technician.  In later years, Barry delivered propane for both Taylor Oil and Shagrin Gas Company.   

     All those who knew Barry knew he loved to talk and tell stories.  He was a history buff who loved learning and talking about US history.   As a music lover, he attended many concerts over the years with family and friends.  As a youngster, he was a passionate artist and he continued to draw in his later years. Above all, Barry was a jack-of-all-trades and could fix and/or build just about anything. 

     A family man, Barry was a beloved patriarch whose warmth and kindness created a haven of love. He will be missed for his kindness, love, hugs, stories, wisdom, and lessons he shared. He will be remembered for his big smile, his jokes and sense of humor, his delicious cooking, his fun-loving personality, and his love for music. 

     Barry is survived by four children, Joy Sydenstricker (Mike),Brett Sydenstricker (Danielle), Andrea Sydenstricker, and Barry Sydenstricker (Brighid); eight grandchildren, Savannah, Tristan, Genevieve, Treyton, Chaice, Brody, Ryan, and Avery; three siblings, Debra Difilippo (Eugene), Greg Sydenstricker, and Chuck Sydenstricker.  In addition to his parents and his wife, he was predeceased by his siblings, Russell Sydenstricker III, Sheila Sydenstricker, Danny Sydenstricker, Ricky Sydenstricker; and one granddaughter, Aria Sydenstricker.   

     You are invited to visit with Barry’s family and friends from 4:00pm to 7:00pm on January 12, 2024, at The Barn of Nottingham 101 Pond’s Edge Dr, Nottingham, PA, for a celebration of his life. Interment will be held privately.  

     Arrangements are by Matthew Grieco of Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. (484-734-8100) of Kennett Square. To view Barry’s online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecofunerals.com