Obituary of Barry Lawrence Sturgeon

Barry Lawrence Sturgeon was born on November 4, 1969 in Trenton, Michigan. He was the son of John Robert and Martha Ann (Lyell)Wilson.  Barry attended Lincoln Park High School, later obtaining his GED.

His love of music would grant him the ability and talent to work as a Disc Jockey in the entertainment business for more than twenty-three years.  He loved all types of genres from classic rock, heavy metal and even country music.   Some of his favorite bands consisted of Metallica, Rush, and Queen but these didn’t stop Barry from enjoying a wide range of bands.  When Barry wasn’t spinning a tune he would be glued to the tv watching professional wrestling especially if his favorite wrestlers like Hacksaw Jim Duggan, Hulk Hogan, or Chyna were in the ring. 

Barry was a wonderful, loving son, brother, and uncle.   He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed making others laugh.   He was a natural caregiver, even caring for his own parents during their final illnesses, more than willing to help others and often forgoing his own comfort through the process.

Barry Lawrence Sturgeon, age 53, of Newport passed away at his home on Sunday; November 13, 2022. His passing was preceded by his parents: John R. Wilson and Martha Ann Wilson; his grandparents; a brother-in-law:  Rick Rotole; a niece:  Angela Cotton; and his great niece:  Haley Penix.

To cherish his memory he leaves four loving sisters:  Lynn Rotole of Livonia, Michigan; Linda (John) Moomey of Monroe, Michigan; Cindy (Tom) Collins of Newport, Michigan, and Heather (Jamie) Wilson of Shelby Township, Michigan; three loving brothers:  Mike (Lisa) Lyell of Southgate, Michigan, David (Holly) Sturgeon of Lincoln Park, Michigan, and John (Amber) Wilson of Newport, Michigan; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and nephews, but was especially close to his nieces:  Kathryn and Jessica.

Friends may gather on Thursday; November 17, 2022 from 2:00pm until 8:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe; 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162 (734) 384-5185.   A Celebration of Barry’s Life will be held on Friday; November 18, 2022 at 11:00am also at Merkle’s with Pastor BJ McDaniel of One Way Christian Fellowship officiating.  Cremation will follow at Covenant Cremation of Erie, Michigan.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations are suggested in Barry’s memory to the American Cancer Society. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com.