Kevin Barry Price

Kevin Barry Price, a gifted musician and beloved member of the Carlisle community, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, after a two-year battle with cancer.

Born on June 29, 1954, Barry graduated from Quakertown High School in 1973 and remained close with many of his classmates throughout his life. Barry touched the lives of his neighbors, friends, and local musicians with his kind heart.

Music was the pulse of Barry’s life. Being left-handed, he taught himself to play guitar by turning it upside-down, which reflects his creativity and determination. This dedication led him to play several instruments, with special enthusiasm for the harmonica, for which he developed an amazing talent. From a young age, he wrote his own songs and played in bands. As an adult, Barry transformed his basement into a recording studio where he and fellow musicians were free to create new sounds and explore recording techniques. Friends and family were invited to participate in the recording process and appreciated the chance to be part of his music. Many local musicians tapped into Barry’s talent for mixing tracks and were welcomed to his home to use his studio and complete their pieces.

Barry was a familiar face at local open mics, where he shared his original songs and connected with fellow musicians and music lovers alike. He listened to many genres of music but held a special place in his heart for The Beatles, especially George Harrison, whose spirit and sound inspired him. Barry’s legacy lives on in the music he created and the lives he touched with his gentle spirit and unwavering passion.

Barry is survived by his son, Johann; his brothers, Patrick and Timmy; his sisters, Terry, Cyndi, Anna, Joey, and Kathy; and 14 adoring nieces and nephews. His family and friends will remember him for his gentle nature, and the joy his musical gifts brought to them.

A celebration of Barry’s life and music will be held at the Quakertown Train Station Historical Society, 15 Front Street, Quakertown, PA 18951 on Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. All who knew and loved Barry are welcome to attend and share in honoring his memory.