Obituary of Barry Kobrin

Barry I. Kobrin of Lockport, passed away suddenly December 14, 2023.  Beloved husband of 31 years to Carol (nee Kozlowski); devoted father of Jason (Jennifer) and Megan (Joshua) Smith; his precious grandchildren Marah, Jackson, Reagan, and Callie; also his buddies Rubble and Sheba; and many loving family members.  He was predeceased by his parents, Sheldon and Zelda (nee Davidov) Kobrin, and his brother Adrian Michael.  Barry was very active in his community, most notably as a volunteer firefighter in Niagara County for 30 years with the Rapids Volunteer Fire Company, where he served as Chief for 15 years, the Niagara County Fire Investigation Unit, Town of Lockport Dog Control Officer, and most recently as a Town of Wheatfield Constable.  He was also an avid animal lover and excellent dog whisperer.  Relatives and friends may call Monday, Dec. 18^th from 4-7 PM and Tuesday, Dec. 19^th from 3-8 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport.  Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 20^th at 11 AM at the Rapids Fire Hall, 7195 Plank Rd., Lockport.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Barry’s memory made to Buffalo CARES Animal Rescue or Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue  would be appreciated by the family.  Visit pruddenandkandt.com.