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Dean Barlow Obituary
1972 - 2017
KNOX -
Dean W. Barlow, 45, of Knox passed away on July 8, 2017, in Lewiston. He was born on Jan. 10, 1972, in Belfast.
Dean graduated from Mt. View class of 1990 in high school; he enjoyed wrestling. After graduation he went on to study diesel mechanics. He was known for his skill in working on vehicles and their mechanics. Dean was employed as a truck driver at State Sand and Gravel for 15 years and more recently Crown Royal. He was a volunteer fire fighter in Waldo as well as an outdoorsman who enjoyed his time hunting, fishing, camping and riding motorcycles.
He was predeceased by his grandparents. Dean is survived by his mother Shirley Barlow Ryder of Belfast; his children Monica Barlow of Belfast, Raymond Barlow of Searsport, Matthew Barlow of Bangor, Felicia Barlow of Frankfort; siblings Robert Barlow of Belfast and Brian Barlow and wife Mikki of Eddington; niece Amanda Hall and husband David and their son Bryson; significant other Wendi Thompson of Knox and her children Paul Willette, Jr. of Vassalboro and Erlin Willette of Knox; best friend Jason Raven and wife Irene of Brooks.
Dean left this world too soon. He will be missed and forever in the hearts of all who knew him. His last gift of organ donation gave life to others and his generous spirit will always be remembered.
A memorial service will be held on July 22, 2017, at 1 p.m., at Knox Ridge Baptist Church. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ripostafh.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Monica Barlow
January 13, 2023
This man was my daddy I love and miss him so much
Raymond Barlow
August 7, 2017
You are dearly missed dad, not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I love you.
Deneige
July 16, 2017
Dean was a step dad to me and a Gramps to my daughter, He will be missed by my family everyday. I am so sorry he is gone, I hope that he is watching all of us and that we find happiness because he would want us to.
July 13, 2017
I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."
Tyler
July 12, 2017
My condolences to the family for the loss of your love one at this very difficult time may drawing close to God in prayer bring you comfort and peace read Phil.:4:6,7
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