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John Barlow Obituary

John A. Barlow Battle Creek John A. Barlow, 52, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2010 due to a tragic accident at Hi-Lex Corporation. He was born December 12, 1957 in Battle Creek the son of Joseph and Nezzie (Patterson) Barlow. He married Gemma Lopez on October 7, 2005 in Battle Creek. John was a very dedicated worker for Hi-Lex Corporation as he had worked there for 25 years. He loved going to the Detroit International Car Show every year. John was an avid roller skater, he enjoyed cooking, biking and just staying active. Most of all, he loved to spend time with his wife, Gemma. John is survived by his wife, Gemma Barlow; brothers and sister, Leonard Barlow of Lansing, Charles Barlow of Battle Creek, Daniel Barlow, Yvonne Barlow of Battle Creek and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be held at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service on Friday and Saturday from 3 - 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held Sunday, 4:00 p.m. at the North Avenue Church of God with Pastor James L. Sparks officiating. Memorial tributes may be made to American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269)965-5145 www.bachmanhebble.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Jan. 8, 2010.

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Mark VH

February 4, 2010

John was a really great guy.
I will miss him and so will everyone else who ever met him.

michael griffin

January 14, 2010

my deepest sympathy to the barlow family. john will truly be missed.

Buddy Boards

January 10, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Barlow Family. John will truly be missed.

Curtis Warfield

January 9, 2010

To the Barlow Family:
Sorry to hear of the passing of John. Know that we are praying with you and for you during this time. May the Lord bless you and keep you.

Monica Clark

January 9, 2010

May God bless you and keep you, prayers to your family. Monica Hubbard-Clark

Rebecca Caswell

January 9, 2010

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

kim

January 9, 2010

Sorry for your loss , he will be missed..

Sue Miller

January 8, 2010

John Barlow ,You are very much a part of all of us... Youll be missed and thought about often, "Bless You My Friend"----an Your Family " Im so Sorry "

Chuck and Tammie Frank

January 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.You will be miss at work and always.

Chuck and Tammie Frank

January 8, 2010

God bless you and your family.We will miss you.

c prater

January 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry about your loss.
Hi-lex Litchfield associates.

Marjorie

January 8, 2010

My prayers go out to the family; he will be missed by family and friends.

Preston Kneeland

January 8, 2010

My prayers are with you I will never forget you John. I remember you and James coming down to Buchanan and racing your 79 Z/28 and winning. My deepest sympathy to your family I will keep your family in prayer Yah Bless

Sylvester & Regina Kneeland Harrington

January 8, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

January 8, 2010

To the Barlow family:
We are deeply saddened by John's sudden death. We have so many funny memories of John, he will surely be missed by us all.
Kent Permelia and family

Brian & Brenda Flemons

January 8, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Petra Jones

January 8, 2010

May your family find peace in their shared memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your sorrow.

Terri Ratliff

January 8, 2010

During my employment at Hi-Lex, I remember John always had a constant smile and a kind word. He was a valued member of the company, a tireless worker and a great asset. My deepest sympathy for your loss.

kimberly Chapman

January 8, 2010

John you will be missed at Hilex. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

James Phillips

January 8, 2010

We are truly sadden that John is no longer with us physically but find comfort in our many memories of the times we spent together. Please know that he is gone but not forgotten.
James (Debra) Phillips

Sherri Ashley

January 8, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

phil & brenda brown

January 8, 2010

Our thought and prayers are with all of you and your family, our condolences from Phil,Mike,Craig Brown family

Felicia Reevers

January 8, 2010

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

kathy king

January 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ron Ernsberger

January 8, 2010

John will be missed greatly by all of his family and friends. I worked with John years ago at Hi Lex and he was always a very nice co worker.

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