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Art "BeBop" Harlow, 59 OCEANSIDE -- Art "BeBop" Harlow, born February 7, 1951 in North Carolina and raised in Oceanside, California, died Sunday, October 3, 2010 in Seattle, Wash., from spontaneous hemorrhagic strokes of unknown cause. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sharon (Shari) Walwick Harlow; his sisters, Karen Wilder, Susan Buchton, and Margaret Ortega; various nephews and nieces; and many Walwick in-laws. He also lived and worked in Pinedale, Wyoming from 1994-1998; and lived in North Pole, Alaska, while working in Fairbanks, Alaska from 2001 until his death. He bow-hunted and fished around the world, settling in Alaska to pursue his passion. At his request, no memorial services were held following cremation. Condolences and wishes may be sent to his wife at P.O. Box 58528, Fairbanks, Alaska, 99711. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times on Oct. 24, 2010.

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Alexis Grazda Behrens

August 18, 2024

I went to grade school in Oceanside California with Bebop. He was the only kid that could beat me in tetherball. RIP my friend.

Mark Adams

October 31, 2010

Art was a good friend, a great craftsman, and always there if you needed him. I've known Art since we were in the 6th grade. He helped me build my home. I'll miss you. My condolences to his family and friends.

Doug Faught

October 25, 2010

BEBOP, was my best friend for many years, Ele. Jr. and most of High School....we bought motorcycles, fished, Boys Club and got int trouble together....a heart of Gold....be will my old friend........

October 25, 2010

I've known "The Beebzz" for 50 years I spent a lot of time growing up with him and had some real crazy fun times fishin, shooting, Boys Club days, slot cars, etc, etc, etc. wherever/whenever there was something fun and crazy happening you would always find him in the middle of it. he was always a real kick in the pants to hang with. I have countless stories of some real great/funny times. he will be missed. R.I.P Bee Bop. Gary Faught.

Ed Pendergast

October 25, 2010

My next door neighbor in 1963. We used to catch bonito on the pier and cook it in his smoker. We lost track of one-another but bumped into each other in the snow at Doane Pond on Palomar about 35 years ago fishing for trout. He told me "you never know where you will see me fishing". I have kept my eye open for him since, and always will.

Travis Harlow

October 24, 2010

My uncle was a great man. He'll be missed by so many people but I take comfort in the fact that he's now home with my grandmother, grandfather, cousin Shannon and Kristie.

I love you BeBop, you won't be forgotten.

Gary Cruz

October 24, 2010

I hunted with BeBop for many years. He taught me more than words can say about hunting as well as the preservation of wildlife.He was always willing to teach all that he knew.He will always be remembered as a friend and teacher.

October 24, 2010

Art lived across the street from me when we were in elementary school. From elementary school through high school, Bebop had a role in the lives of many of the members of the OHS Class of 1970. Sounds like he led a wonderful life as a professional tradesman, husband, and outdoorsman. My condolences to your family.

Sincerely, Tom Waddell

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