Barry Lynne Bishop

Barry Lynne Bishop was born April 9, 1948, in Salt Lake City, Utah. He passed away peacefully August 1, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family. Barry was the third son of Verdell Ray Bishop and Dana Wood Bishop of Hinckley, Utah. Barry is survived by his wife, Karen V. Richman Bishop, his four children, Brett Michael Bishop (Tina), Brandy Bishop Higginson, Ryan Shane Bishop (Erica), and Shelene Butler (Charles), sixteen grandchildren, and three great-grandsons, and his sisters, Patrice (Dean) Moody and Julie (Mike) Brame, sister-in-law Beverly Bishop, and brothers Jon (Carol) Bishop and Bruce (Roberta) Bishop. He was preceded in death by his parents and two older brothers, Verdell Ray Bishop Jr., and Paul Bishop.

Barry and Karen married on June 5, 1968, and moved to Cedar City, Utah, to continue their education. They graduated on June 5, 1971, and moved to Pioche, Nevada. Barry taught science there for 9 years before moving to Ferron, Utah, where he taught science and math at San Rafael Jr. High School for 26 years. He earned his Master of Science Degree from Utah State University in 1991 while teaching full time and raising a family.

They raised their four children in eastern Utah and then moved to Washington, Utah, in 2005. Barry taught 8th grade science for 9 more years at Dixie Middle School until his retirement in 2014.

Barry was always up for an adventure and the family spent every summer vacation camping and traveling in the US and Mexico. When the kids left home, he and Karen spent summers and vacation time cruising the islands and visiting their favorite spot on Grand Cayman. When they retired, their adventures included every continent and many countries worldwide. Barry always said that his favorite part of travel was meeting the people of the world and finding good people wherever he went.

Barry was a kind and gentle soul who touched the life of everyone he met. In his 44 years as a middle school teacher, he influenced thousands of students for good as he instilled a love of learning and curiosity toward life. He was known for treating others, including his young students, with dignity and respect. Barry was the recipient of Teacher of the Year awards in his school district and the state of Utah and was awarded the National Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Math Teaching and recognized in Washington D.C. in 1996.

In addition to his skills as a teacher, Barry became a skilled carpenter, electrician, and plumber.He read how-to manuals and became proficient in framing, roofing, window installation, tile and cement work. If Karen could dream it, Barry figured out a way to make it a reality.

Barry loved his Jeeps and spent many wonderful hours rock crawling and exploring dirt roads with the St. George Jeepers and his friends in southern Utah. He was a lifelong football fan and many Saturday afternoons were spent in Cougar Stadium cheering on his favorite team, though he often said he could watch anyone play anyone in football.

An active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for his entire life, he served in many capacities through the years including Sunday School Teacher, Scoutmaster, Young Men's Presidency, Elder's Quorum presidency, High Priest Group Leader, and Executive Secretary. His faith in Jesus Christ sustained him through a difficult illness as his positive attitude inspired those around him. Visitors in their home often commented on the love and peace they felt in his presence. He will be missed by those who knew and loved him.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1950 North Coral Canyon Boulevard, Washington, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the services starting at 9:30 AM at the church. Interment will follow at the Washington City Cemetery.