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Greg Bartlow Obituary

Greg D. Bartlow, 24, passed away in a car accident Friday, - February 28, 2003 while traveling to Lake Tahoe to attend a concert. Greg was born in Mesa, Arizona September 25, 1978. He attended Dobson High School and Northern Arizona University graduating with a bachelor's degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management. Greg was currently working as a manager of a Rockfish restaurant. Greg touched the lives of so many with his amazing smile and compassionate personality. Greg is survived by his parents Dennis and Kathy and his sister Michelle. He is also survived by his grandfather Elmer Rush and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services will be held at St. Matthew Methodist Church located at 2540 W. Baseline Road in Mesa, Arizona on Tuesday, March 4, 2003 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and Arizona Big Brothers.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 4, 2003.

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Laurie Watkins

March 31, 2003

Dear Kathy: I was so sorry to hear of your loss. There is nothing that I can do to ease your pain, but please know that your family is in my prayers. I was visiting your dad and Anna Maye today and they provided me with this address. Again, I am so sorry. Laurie Dewing Watkins

Jennifer Charleston

March 31, 2003

You have been in my thoughts and prayers. My the lord bless you, and help to ease your pain. Greg was such a wonderful person, I feel blessed to have called him my friend. Michelle if you need anything don't hesitate to call.

Tom Weeks

March 31, 2003

Denny and family,



Denny, it has been quite a few years since I have seen you. I never knew your son, Greg, but I always looked up to you and I know your son must have been a wonderful person with parents like you and Kathy. My heart goes out to you and your family. If there is anything at all that my wife and I can do for you all, just let us know.



Tom

Lois Menard

March 13, 2003

Dennis, Kathy, and Michelle,

Just wanted to let you know that I care and would like to be there with you at this rough time in your life. I, personally, have been there many times and understand full well the pain you are experiencing now. I am praying earnestly for you and entire family. You have always been one of my dear friend's from our Rolla class of '73'.

If you need a shoulder or just to talk my email is enclosed. Luvya much, Lois Carol Phillips Menard

Stacey Flynn

March 12, 2003

Kathy, Denny, and Michele,



I can’t imagine the unbelievable grief you must be feeling. To me, you are THE “wholesome American family” and I am very sorry for your loss. I only knew Greg as a child, and after hearing all the wonderful things everyone had to say about him, I regret that I did not get to know him as an adult. Our faith tells us that everything happens for a reason; at times like this it is difficult to understand what those reasons may be. I guess in these times God needed a few good men and Greg was drafted. I’m sorry I was unable to stay and visit after the service; but you’ve been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.



Stacey, David, Cassie, and Ryan Flynn

Marji Bartholomew

March 10, 2003

I just wanted to express my sadness concerning Greg's sudden death to his family. I remember Greg and Michelle from when they attended Sirrine Elementary School. I remember both of them as being fun-loving, intelligent children. Greg will be missed by many.

Yours truly,

Marji Bartholomew

Jeff Crum

March 10, 2003

Dennis, Kathy, Michelle



The world has lost a very special person. I always looked up to greg. I was not at the service but my parents said "if you did not know Greg before, you would have known him like a best friend by the time you left". This is proof that Greg was raised with love and care and he passed it on too others every day of his life. I wish I could be there for you guys. Call if there is anything I can do. You have all been the best friends and family a guy could ask for.

JoAnne Purdue

March 9, 2003

Kathy, Denny, Michelle,I grieve for you, but with joy I had the priviledge to know Greg And your family! God will be there for you. Love to You! and Greg will always be there!

David Crum

March 9, 2003

Dennis, Kathy & Michelle



When I was little, my parents left us three boys for the weekend and we stayed at your house. Jeff of course was always getting into trouble with the neighborhood guys. I was outside with Jeff and a few guys wanted to pick a fight with him. Within minutes Greg Bartlow came outside your door and stood behind Jeff. Once the guys saw Greg they left in a hurry. Greg wasn't just a friend to my family, he was family. I remember talking with Greg about baseball, basketball and of course his Washington Redskins. Greg's big smile made us all happy. I will miss him very much. If there's anything I can do for you all, and I mean anything, don't hesitate to call. Greg will be in my thoughts and prayers forever.

Dwight Garrels

March 7, 2003

Denny,

I heard of your loss from friends.I will pray for you.

dale - deb - eric & lisa rush

March 6, 2003

denny,kathy & michelle

our thoughts are with you now and always. we will all miss greg very much.

Dale Crum

March 6, 2003

Dennis, Kathy & Michelle

I am now at home in Cheyenne although these last few days seem like a bad dream. I thank your family for the great friendship, caring and Love you have always shown to my family. You are very special people to the Crum's and I wished there was a way to take away the pain you all have. I hope it helps even a little bit to know that there are a whole lot of people that care for you. Your Minister, Tom said it best. The Love & kindness you have all given for so many years is now coming back to you. Remember, you will never be alone. All of us are either a phone call, email or drive away and will be there for you all in a nano-second. We have to all remember that "Our Spirits are alot stronger than anything that can happen to them." Greg will live on forever in our hearts and you should be so very proud of the great job you did in raising such a fine young man. I learned more about him these last few days and know that it was certainly my pleasure to call him our family friend. I know I speak for all of the Crums.

Karen (Bartlow) Hess

March 6, 2003

Brother Dennis and Kathy



May you find comfort in knowing

God is there.. to hold you close, to heal your broken heart, your loved one now enjoying a beautiful

new life with Jesus, our love extends to you during this very difficult time.

Buster & AnnaMae Bercier

March 6, 2003

Wish we were still there with all of you. My thoughts & prayer's are with you all.

We Love You!

Dave, Debby, Micheal, Matt,Randy, Audrey, Chad, Amanda, & Dustin

March 6, 2003

I wish I knew what to tell you, Our thoughts & prayer's are with all of you.

Fred & Sharon

March 6, 2003

Dennis, Kathy, & Michelle,

Just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Daniel Hernandez

March 6, 2003

Dennis and Kathy, Greg was kind and compassionate. We will miss him and will continue to pray for you and your family.

Kim Guderjahn

March 5, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.



Kim and Evan

Cliff, Susan, Jessica, Janie, and Jonathan Rush

March 5, 2003

We will all miss Greg terribly. He was always so happy and kind to everyone, especially our kids.....WE LOVE YOU GIRG!

Becky & Terry Johnston

March 5, 2003

You are in our prayers. Love Terry & Becky

Ron and Cindy Bercier

March 5, 2003

Our prayers are with all of you....

Diane and Tim Hanson

March 4, 2003

I worked with Greg at the Cottonwood Cafe, what a great guy, his smile, his friendly personality, his sense of humor. I enjoyed working with him. He will be greatly missed.

Sincerely,

Diane Hanson

Pat Medford

March 4, 2003

My sincere condolences to the survivors of this young man. I arrived at the accident within seconds after it happened and extinguished the post crash fire. There was nothing else I could do to help. God's blessings to you all.

Susan and Roy Green

March 4, 2003

Our heartfelt prayers and sympathy are with you in this time of grief. May God Bless you and give you the strength and faith to one day understand His plan. The boy with the great big smile touched us all.

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