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William Barrows Obituary
William Harris Barrows, M.D., 60, died May 26, 2014 at home after battling brain cancer for more than 2-1/2 years. Beloved husband of Donna (nee Epstein); loving father of Sam, Charlie and Ted; dear brother of Mary Ann (David) Wark, Robert (Linda) Barrows and Patricia (Thomas) Rosbrow; devoted son of the late Sidney and the late June Harris Barrows; cherished son-in-law of Sidney and Sondra Epstein; enthusiastic brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend to many. Bill was a pediatrician for thirty years and a mentor to young physicians. He was fond of saying that nothing you do for a child is wasted or forgotten. He volunteered for 25 years at a free clinic. He was also a mohel who brought 1000 babies into the Jewish tradition. He was an avid skier, runner, gardener and photographer who documented the special moments in the lives of all his family and friends. He will be missed by so many. Services on Friday, May 30, 2014, 10:00 a.m. at Chicago Sinai Congregation, 15 W. Delaware Place, burial private. Memorials to Chicago Sinai Congregation or Rush University Medical Center, 1700 W. Van Buren St., Suite 250, Chicago, IL 60612, for either the Department of Pediatrics or Neuro-oncology Research would be appreciated. For shiva and additional information, please contact The Goldman Funeral Group, www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com (847) 478-1600.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Barrows
Jacqui Clark (nee Becht)
June 21, 2022
Bill Barrows was a wonderful
doctor. First as my own pediatrician and then the pediatrician of my now grown children. Dr. Barrows leaves a tremendous void in compassionate medicine. He is greatly missed.
Michael O'Brien
December 8, 2016
I am just now seeing this and am so very very sorry to hear that the wonderful, funny, caring Dr Barrows has left us. He was a new doctor and we were new parents and he was a great doctor and person for our David and Sam. Our belated but deeply felt sympathy.
Michael O'Brien and Gayle Christensen.
July 24, 2016
Our deepest sympathy's, even 2 years later it must still be very hard. Dr. Barrows was our pediatrician 24 years ago. I found an old business card and decided to "google" him. He was such a great man. I will always remember how proud/happy he was to be skiing with his father and sons on challenging terrain. I think he had a photo in his office. We are very sorry for your loss and like many will always remember him. Truly a great man.
Luisa Hoch Burr Ridge, IL
The Houston Family
August 29, 2014
I am deeply saddened to hear about Dr. Barrows passing. He was such an excellent doctor to my children. We will miss his funny sense of humor but we will miss the way he cared for our children the most. May his family find peace with the fond memories of such a wonderful man.
Stephanie Frankel
June 29, 2014
Just heard of his passing today... I think about him often and always felt privileged to have him for our pediatrician. What a great loss.
June 9, 2014
Dear Barrows Family; Les and I were so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Fondly, Gail and Les Trubow
Shawn S.
June 6, 2014
No matter how long they have been with us, it is never easy to lose someone you love. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. However, yours to keep forever are all the beautiful memories gathered through the years.
May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50 & 76)
L K
June 2, 2014
Dr. Barrows was the Mohel for both my sons and we could not have asked for a better person.
Andrea Pauls Backman
May 30, 2014
Over 20 years ago, Bill Barrows brought both of my boys into the Jewish tradition in very meaningful ceremonies. We have fond memories of him. May his memory be a blessing to his friends and family.
May 30, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathies,
Barry Ripes, Dori Brownstein, Jill Norris and Abby Ripes
Joe Cornejo
May 30, 2014
Dr. Barrows will never be forgotten. He brought healing through humor and will be rewarded through eternity. May Charlie, Sam and Ted live strong in the Love the good Doctor has for them. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Russell Shapiro
May 29, 2014
I am so sorry Donna for you and your children. I remember how highly you spoke of Bill and am glad for the chance to have met him.
David Multack
May 29, 2014
Am so sorry to hear about Bill. My thoughts are with you and the family during this time.
Mimi Stern
May 29, 2014
Dear Donna,
I was sad to hear this news, my thoughts are with you and your family. Much too young for too many ....
Kate Kinser
May 29, 2014
I knew Bill during my two years as Education Director at Sinai twenty years ago. He was the perfect congregant, parent , husband and doctor. Occasionally a child would become I'll while attending class, and we knew we coukd pull Bill out of services for some much needed TLC. He was so good to his patients and so good to the world! Zichrono l'vrachah -- his memory is a blessing to is all.
May 29, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I was an SPA/SS classmate of Bill's. Mystie Brackett
May 29, 2014
I am sorry for your loss. I'm keeping the family in prayer. Matthew 5:4
Ariel Elliott
May 28, 2014
Dr. Bill was wonderful to my 4 children and extra special in helping bring my son into the Jewish tradition. He was the most caring, funny, helpful, kind human being we could of ever hoped to know. I am so glad we have so many happy memories with Dr. Bill, he made my family's life better and we love him for it. May his memory be a blessing.
Frank Carolyn Morreale Neuman
May 28, 2014
Dear Donna, Carolyn joins me in expressing our inexpressible grief that someone we knew to be such a fine man has succumbed to his well fought foe. The grace, you all have shown along the path to this regrettable journey's end gives us all an example to emulate. Love and hugs Carolyn and Frank Morreale Neuman
May 28, 2014
Our deepest prayers and thoughts are extended to the entire Barrows family. We are so sorry for your loss.
Ethel, Wendy, and Diane Smason
May 28, 2014
May the memories of which you shared with William remain close to your heart. Having a person of whom you loved dearly fall asleep in death is never easy. Therefore, may you take comfort in knowing that God cares for you and is there for you. PS 34:17&18
Sincerely, DEE
Wendy Smason
May 28, 2014
We will always remember the warm smile and friendly personality of Dr. Barrows. He touched the lives of so many. Our deepest thoughts and prayers are extended to the Barrows family. Dr. Barrows will be missed by so many.
Maryrose Sloan
May 28, 2014
Although we have not seen Dr. Barrows in many years, we think of him often. He was kind to my three children when they were young and always took the time to give great advice, which I still use to this day! His humbleness and humor will be remembered. We extend our deepest sympathy to his family at this time.
May 28, 2014
We are the grandparents of one of the 1000 boys brought into the
Jewish tradition He was so sweet to us, our children and my son-in-law's parents and especially to our newborn grandson. May his memory be a blessing to your family.
Carol Prins John Hart
May 28, 2014
John and I are so very shocked and saddened by this huge loss. Our deepest sympathy to you Donna your children and to Sid and Sondra.We are away at this time. with love Carol Prins & John Hart
May 28, 2014
Dear Donna and family,
I'm glad I have happy memories of us at Camp Nippersink, and that your lives together were so rich. I take comfort in that and hope you do, too. Thinking of you,
Claudia Lapin
May 28, 2014
Dear Donna and Barrows family, please accept our sincere condolences on Bill's passing. He was inspirational at Sinai and we will remember fondly his energy, his beautiful photos and his embracing and welcoming personality.
May 28, 2014
Our hearts are broken today. We are mourning the loss of our doctor, mentor and most importantly friend.
He always reminded you of what was important and to stay on path. We will miss his corny humor and his unmistakable charm.
We are thinking of you all
Richard, Liz, Ryan, Carly, and Isabel Saltzman
James Nitanda
May 28, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Sympathy and condolence wishing for peace and strength in time of loss.
Debra Bobinsky
May 28, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about Bill's struggle and passing. I always remember him fondly from Sinai where I taught his children, worked with him and Donna, and mostly from my son's Brit Milah. He was so gentle and understanding with me. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
May 28, 2014
Dr. Barrows was more than a Doctor...he was a friend. He helped us through some difficult times in our life. I'll never forget that he came with Donna for our son's
sugery...how special was that! I am grateful he was our Doctor and our friend.
We are very sorry for your loss and may your memories get you through this difficult time.
The Marano Family
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