James (Jim) Dennis Barry
James (Jim) Dennis Barry, 82, resident of League City, Texas, passed from this life surrounded by his loved ones in his home, May 10, 2026. He was born on May 18, 1943, to parents Edward and Kathleen Barry in Brooklyn, New York. James was one of five brothers.
Jim was a passionate man who gave his all to everything he participated in. Whether it is was family, youth sports, creating and maintaining a business, or community involvement. Jim maintained strong relationships with those he held close. He lived by the mantra that there is no right way to do the wrong thing, instilling that into those around him. His passionate nature left a lasting memory for those that he interacted with.
Founder of Doctor Cool and Professor Heat Air conditioning. Member of Dickinson Rotary Club for 30 years, holding many board positions including past president. He was a member of Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association and Air Conditioning Contractors of America serving on the boards in several positions. Jim also served on the Lee College advisory board for their HVAC program for many years.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Catherine Barry; brothers, Kevin Barry, John Barry, Steven Barry; sisters-in-law, Barbara Parrish, Teresann Barry; brothers-in-law, Harry O’Connell, Fred Parrish.
He leaves behind to cherish his memories, children, Lorraine Weston (Joe), James Barry (Shalli), Douglas Barry (Heather Neeley); Lisa Stuart (Rob); brother, Timothy Barry; grandchildren, Jeffrey Otten; Caitlin Whitley (Ray); Kiley Madden (Jerrod); Maggie Barry, Devon Weston (Brenna), Brian DiAmbrosio (Caitlin), Lauren DiAmbrosio, Catherine Callahan; great-grandchildren, Elinor, James, Gray, Cason, Cole, Clay, Brynn, Olivia, Lilly; his partner Cathy Havlin; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, extended family, friends, and colleagues.
The family would like to thank and acknowledge Chantelle, Donna, Lindsey, and Lori for the care and guidance they provided.
In his honor a visitation will be held Monday, May 18, 2026, from 4:00 – 6:00pm followed by a funeral service on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 1:00pm in the Crowder Funeral Home Chapel, Dickinson, Texas. Internment following at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, Dickinson, Texas.
Jim was a good man, an honorable man, and a great neighbor. I admire how fought his illness. He was a warrior.
Lorraine ~ My deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to you and yours at this sad time. May you look back on the precious memories and find peace in knowing that your father raised an amazing person.
He was a good man who held his passion very tightly. I am proud of the time he was my supervisor and although we disagreed on some things, we remained friends. Rest in peace.
We were so sorry to see this. He was always so fun to be around. And he sure was proud of his family. He will be dearly missed.
Jim was the absolute best person that I ever met! He taught me so much about the HVAC business. Jim Barry was truly the “BEST CONTRACTOR TO WORK FOR”!! I will
miss him dearly!
Remembering Jim Barry. I run daily and always use this private time to talk with my deceased loved ones. Today my wonderful brother in law, Jim Barry joined the conversation. I met Jim easily 30+ years ago. Jim’s wife Kay and my wife Terry were sisters. We had many happy times together, in TX, FL, and at our homes. I have so many great memories of Jim….that will be spoken about again and again with him. Jim was a Navy Veteran, and we had the opportunity to visit The USS North Carolina. He loved the visit.
I will miss Jim so much, but I believe that he is now in Heaven, in perfect health with his beloved Kay, parents, brothers and others. May he rest in peace and look upon his loving earthly family. With love, your brother in law, Ed Barry
I can’t think of a better man. He will be missed by so many.
I met my friend Jim as we were paired together playing golf at one course;we enjoyed but we went our separate ways. A year later I was paired with Jim again at another course and we said we were destined to be friends and we have been friends for over 10 years. We found that we had more than golf in common. We were both entrepreneurs and we talked often about our successful businesses; we had other things in common. We both had lost wives after many years of marriage but found wonderful companions later. We both were of the same political persuasions.We both loved to travel with our companions. We both believed in the same Lord and Savior.
Jim was an inspiration to many- family and friend; his nearly daily messaging of funny stuff, and more recently inspirational and religious. On the day he passed, I got one from Jim.
Millicent and I will miss Jim and his loving Cathy.
God bless all Barry’s and all you love
Bill and Millicent Mattson
My friend forever! Love you, Jim!