Barry S. Prior, 66 of Bristol, passed away on the morning of August 28, 2024, at LincolnHealth, Miles Campus in Damariscotta.  Born on July 14, 1958, he was the son of Neil L. & Sandra L. (Beote) Prior Griffin.  

Barry graduated from Bristol Consolidated School and Lincoln Academy, as part of the class of 1976.  He worked in the plumbing and heating field throughout his life. 

Barry loved spending time with his family and friends, entertaining them with his quick wit and stories. He was an avid Caitlyn Clark fan, and loved watching sports on TV.  

Barry was predeceased by his father, Neil; stepfather, Harvey "Roy" Griffin;  brother, Paul L. Prior; sister, Carol Griffin Bolduc; nephews, Joshua R. Bolduc and Neil A. Prior; niece, Logan G. Rice; and brothers-in-law, Christopher Bolduc and Albert Westhaver.  

He is survived by his mother, Sandra L. Griffin of Bristol; brothers, Robert "Bobby" Prior and his wife Rose of Damariscotta, Mark Prior and his wife Audrey of Bristol, and John Prior of Damariscotta; sisters, Kathy Anne Prior and Karen Griffin Westhaver of Bristol, and Lisa Griffin Rice and her husband Herb of Fort Myers, FL.  He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and countless lifelong friends that he loved like family.  

A time of visitation to remember Barry will be held from 11:00am -1:00pm, on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home in Damariscotta.  He will be laid to rest privately in Round Pond, next to his father Neil and brother Paul. 

In lieu of flowers please consider donating in Barry's memory to either, St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or to the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital, 22 Bramhall Street, Portland, ME 04102.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543.  Condolences, and messages for his family, may be expressed by visiting: www.StrongHancock.com.