Matthew Barry ’78

Matt died Jan. 7, 2015, unexpectedly following surgery.

Matt graduated from Phillips Academy Andover, Princeton, and the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. He was a landscape architect for more than 30 years. He was based in Connecticut but traveled extensively, studying architecture and gardens around the world.

Matt was dedicated to his family. He is survived by his father, John F. Barry Jr. ’47; and his eight brothers and sisters, Morgan Morton, John F. Barry III ’74, Christopher Barry, Rosemary Barry ’79, Michael Barry ’82, Polly Barry, Maura Grinalds, and Deirdre Barry ’89; and his 24 nieces and nephews, including John ’06 and Morgan ’09. Matt’s beloved mother, Rosemary Quinn Barry, passed away in 2012.

Matt is remembered for his flare, independence, and confidence — and a seeming mastery of the world, even while still a student at Princeton. Matt is sorely missed. The class sends its condolences to his family and loved ones.