Barrett "Bear Bear" Bryson Garguilo

The parents of Barrett “Bear Bear” Bryson Garguilo mourn the unexpected passing of their beloved son on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center. Born on January 6, 2016, Barrett was the son of Robert J. Garguilo and Shonda Bleichert. He was affectionately known by those who loved him as Bear Bear, Bear, Stud muffin, and Baby bear because he fulfilled the characteristics and traits of a bear… he was smart, solid, curious, affectionate, and sensitive. He was ever so aware of when mommy and daddy walked into the room and he would do his fake whine until he got what he wanted. It was obvious in those chunky cheeks and chubby legs that his favorite foods included sweet potatoes and corn, and turkey and rice. He also knew where to find his snacks. His daily routine was filled with activities that he loved like jumping in his jumpy-jump until he exhausted himself, watching Mickey Mouse Clubhouse while doing the hot dog dance in his chair, fighting his naps because he didn’t want to miss anything, playing with his toys, and learning to crawl. Grandpa Rich gave him his bottle at 10:30 every morning and he cuddled and jibber-jabbered with Nana while she tickled him and kissed him again and again. Shopping with Grandma was a good thing, and he always had his eyes out for new toys or outfits. He shared quality time with Auntie “ta-ta”, Aunt Stephie, and Aunt Jackie, and he loved playing adventurously with his cousins. Bear bear’s easy-going and inquisitive nature was evident when he was outdoors and intrigued by everything around him, especially when hiking with mommy. After all, he went hunting and fishing with mommy and daddy even before he was born. He spent lots of time at camp on 7th Lake and had such fun boating with his parents and grandpa, even though he hated his life jacket. He especially loved to swim and he got so excited when he heard the water turn on for bath time. After a busy day of fun, Barrett waited for Zeus’ puppy kisses, listened to daddy playing the guitar, and looked at his mommy with that certain smile that was only meant for her. Along with his parents, Barrett is survived by his paternal grandparents, Richard and Beth Garguilo; his maternal grandmother, Londa Burton and maternal grandfather Thomas Bleichert; his paternal great-grandmother, Antoinette “Toni” Garguilo; his aunts and uncles, Stephanie Garguilo and Brian Vincent, Jaclyn and Kyle Vincent, and Tonja Bleichert, who was also his Godmother; his great-aunts and great-uncles, Al and Kathy Garguilo, and Frank Garguilo; Veronica Wood, Tammy Dutcher, Ira Dutcher, and Phyllis and Jeff Baker; his cousins, Hendrix, and Slade Bleichert, and Chase Vincent; Jonathan Moore, Joey Podhayski, Roxanne Wood, Scotty Wood, Allyson Meyers; Rachel and Evan Crabtree, Joseph Garguilo, Thomas Garguilo, and Hailey Garguilo-Langford; Autumn and Dave Collins, Amber and Nick Savage, Jeremy Baker, Brittany Cutler, Courtney and Charles Bandy; and his Godfather Matt Eberley. He will be missed by his best puppy and guardian, his canine, Zeus. He was predeceased and will be welcomed by his paternal great-great-grandmother and matriarch Erma Salerno, great-grandfather, Ellsworth Garguilo, paternal great-grandmother, Linda Williams; paternal great-grandfather, Robert Lobdell; maternal great-grandparents George and Lillian Bleichert; great-uncles, Thomas Garguilo, and Michael Parker; and his cousin, Jessica Moore. The Garguilo and Bleichert families will remain forever thankful to the First Responders, the Whitestown Police Department, especially Officer Mathew A. Zabek, the entire staff of the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center, as well as family friend, Chris Plungis for his personal attention and assistance to the family. Visitation will be held Saturday from 12:00 noon to 2:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave, Utica, NY. Barrett's Celebration of Life will commence on Saturday at 2:00 at the funeral home offered by Rev. Abe Esper. Interment will take place in Mt. Olivet Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Barrett "Bear Bear" Bryson Garguilo

January 6, 2016 - September 4, 2016