L. Knittel

Linus Barry Knittel December 3.1946 -June 8 2011 passed peacefully in his sleep at his home in Austin Texas. Barry was born December 3 1946 to Linus and Joanne Knittel. He was raised in Ohio where he graduated from Channel High School and then attended Kent State University earning a Bachelors in Communications. Over the next 40 years Barry built his career in music and music licensing and was regarded as a pioneer in the industry. He joined the American Society of Composer Authors & Publishers (ASCAP) in 1971 and quickly moved in to senior management positions. During his 23 years with ASCAP Barry's vast list of accomplishments includes music licensing strategies for professional sports leagues and teams major airlines radio and televisions stations businesses of all kinds national concert promoters and the Olympic Games. He had a rich career and unique opportunities to be a part of famous tours like Bob Dylan's 'Rolling Thunder Review' and worked with world-renowned businesses like EMI Sony Warner Music Universal Disney and hundreds of others. After ASCAP he continued to shape and revolutionize the entire music industry as President of AEI and Sr. Vice President of Business Affairs Worldwide for DMX Inc. Most recently at DMX Barry was the keystone to achieving landmark ground-breaking court victories in the direct licensing of music benefiting musicians and businesses. With his vast list of achievements honors and accomplishments Barry was a man of honor a mentor to many a dear friend to all and one of the most widely-respected and influential people in the industry. Barry is survived by his beloved wife of over 37 years Eileen Knittel; children Courtney and Theo (Raquel) and grandchildren Lucy Rose and Matthew. He will forever be remembered by his devoted family along with countless other friends colleagues and extended family. Barry loved his family had a passion for music beyond belief loved to make others smile and remained a young spirit. Barry touched the lives of many people with his kind and loving nature. He will be dearly missed but his memory will live on through those that he touched each day with his smile and kind encouraging words. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday June 15th at 9:30 am at St. Vincent Catholic Church 164 West Market Street Akron OH 44303. Entombment in Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday June 14th from 4-6pm at Hummel Funeral Home 500 East Exchange Street Akron Ohio 44304