Barry Dellinger, a native of North Carolina and resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away after battling ALS on March 9, 2016, at his home surrounded by those he loved most, his wife and daughter, and future son-in-law, Alex Aydell. He was 66 years old. He married Lynda Donnelly Dellinger in 1976 and they had one child, Carrie Barrett Dellinger. He leaves precious and loving memories to be cherished by both his wife and daughter along with his many students. Barry was born in Charlotte, NC, the only son of Margaret Elizabeth Barrett Dellinger and Harold Gray Dellinger. He went to high school at Anson High and graduated in 1967. He went on to earn his B.S. at University of North Carolina and his PhD in Physical Chemistry at Florida State University. While at FSU he also served in the USAF. He received many prestigious awards, most recently the ACS Award for Creative Sciences and an NIEHS grant awarded which allowed him to found the LSU Superfund Research Center, his lifelong dream. He taught Chemistry at LSU for seventeen years and held the Patrick F. Taylor Endowed Chair for Environmental Chemistry. He had a profound impact on the students, who to this day esteem him as a father. He loved to travel and was allowed to visit many countries and states because of his scientific knowledge. Those who knew him adored him. His wit was only surpassed by his kindness, love for family, and North Carolina basketball. He will be sorely missed. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 16, 2016, at Rabenhorst Funeral Home Downtown, 825 Government St., from 5:00 PM until a funeral service at 7:00 PM. He will then be buried in his home state of North Carolina. Our thanks go out to Feliciana Home Health, Bridgeway Hospice, ALS Association, the VA-NOLA-ALS clinic, his students and close colleagues. Please consider a donation to help fight ALS. Condolences can be offered at www.rabenhorst.com.
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Sorry for your loss. He was a great person who will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you and your family. Sandy
John & Sandy Wefel
Friend
March 15, 2016
Professor Barry Dellinger had been a renowned scientist in the area of Physical/Environmental Chemistry. His contribution in the LSU Superfund Research is remarkable. It is easy for one to get vast understanding of complex issues on particulate matter and EPFRs through his research papers and publications.
I am privileged to have had a great opportunity of joining his group in 2009 -2013. Dr. Barry as my supervisor and mentor has had a profound impact on my life. I am grateful for his time, guidance, and constructive suggestions. Though his demise is inconceivable, I'll forever be indebted to him for shaping my career and destiny. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Lucy Kiruri
March 17, 2016
Your father was a true southern gentleman, it was a pleasure to meet him. My prayers are with you and your family.
Rebecca Kazakoff
March 16, 2016
Lynda and Children, at this time of sorrow, Lean on the everlasting arm of God. Dr. Dellinger was an academic icon who passionately loved his work and more so his students. Fare thee well Dr. Barry D. You shaped my destiny.
Joshua Kibet
March 16, 2016
Dear Lynda, Carrie, and Alex,
I am grieving this loss with you. I am so sorry we are all now without Dr. Barry. There will never be another like Dr. Barry. He was such a kind man.
Love, Cheri
March 16, 2016
It is still a shock to know your leave. I just can't believe you are not in office anymore. I know it is a loss to your wife Lynda and daughter Carrie, but it is also a loss to many people who love you and the field of science. You are one of the most brilliant professor and scientist I ever met. It is my honor to be your student to grow in both career and life. I wish you had a painless life in other side. RIP
Hongyi Wu
March 16, 2016
Dr. Dellinger, thank you for giving me the chance to succeed. You will be greatly missed.
Cholena
March 15, 2016
Barry, I am sorry that I was not able to meet you. I would have loved to visit you at home with your family of people, and, your family of cats and dogs. If I were lucky, Lynda might have made one of her famous key lime pies. I would want you to tell me the story about CeCe, and, how you figured out the
anti-venom combo of ingredients that saved the life
of the family's beloved dog.
Everyone writes that you were
a sweet man, Sweet and brilliant ! An impressive combination. Your pain is gone now. RIP
Nikki Hariton
March 15, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of a great teacher and mentor.
March 15, 2016
Today we all lost a great man, a brilliant scientist, a humble teacher, a father-like figure, and my mentor. It was an honor to have known such a great person and I will truly miss him. I will always remember Dr. Dellinger for his captivating storytelling, his attention to detail, his optimistic approach to failures, his ability to bring out the best in everyone he encountered, and his love for his work and family. As a former student, may his legacy live through each of us and our future work and endeavors.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. Dellinger and I extend my deepest condolences to his family, Mrs. Lynda and Carrie.
Paul Herring
March 15, 2016
Unbelievable intelligent, tolerant and bright human. I'll never forget his kindness.
May his soul rest in Heaven,
Lavrent Khachatryan
March 14, 2016
Lynda and Carrie and Alex, Your love for Barry was so strong, he was very lucky to have you by his side everyday. Prayers and Hugs, Libby
March 14, 2016
Lynda and Carrie, we are so very for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult time. There is no doubt that he cherished both of you, and that you made him proud every day of his life. May he rest peacefully and may both of you find comfort in the memories and love you all shared. We love you.
Thomas and Stephanie Kent
March 14, 2016
Dr. Dellinger an outstanding scholar, a loving person and the best teacher. Indeed, it was blessing to join your research team and I am for ever grateful for all the support you gave me. RIP
Shadrack Nganai
March 14, 2016
OFFERING PRAYERS FOR A FALLEN AIRMAN.
Barry Jarreau
March 14, 2016
We love you, Dr. Dellinger, the greatest teacher I had. RIP
Hieu Truong
March 14, 2016
To Dr. Harold Barrett Dellinger, my academic father & mentor.... Thank you very much for everything.. And thank you for all the significant changes you brought into my life. Lastly, thank you so much for sharing me the very impressive and world renowned academic lineage of Chemist you have.. from Lewis' Structure to Kasha's Rule!
I was so honored that his family gave me a chance to say my last goodbye last Tuesday,April 8th.. Its like my own parallel version of "Tuesdays with Morrie" but it was "A Tuesday with Barry" for me... As i quote "To my coach i will miss you and thank you.. Rest in peace"....
Albert Cruz
March 14, 2016
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