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John Barrows Obituary
He was born on June 17, 1956, in Windsor, the son of Gloria May (Porter) and George Melvin Barrows.
He graduated from Springfield High School in 1974 and attended classes at VTC and CCC.
Mr. Barrows spent a number of years working in construction, as a machinist, and finally, in special education.
He enjoyed gardening and creating the Community Garden at Turning Point Recovery Center. He was also an avid cyclist and enjoyed swimming.
Survivors include his parents, of North Springfield; three children, Martine Protas, Anthony Barrows, both of North Springfield, and Gabrielle Barrows, of North Carolina; four grandchildren; two sisters, Penny Lucas and Diana Miles; three nieces, a nephew, great-niece and great-nephew.
He was predeceased in 2011 by his wife, Stephanie Carroll, whom he married in 1978.
There will be no services at this time.
Memorial contributions may be made to Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1 Medical Drive, Lebanon, NH 03766.
Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Barrows
Gabrielle Barrows-Lodzinski
March 12, 2021
Thank you for watching over us and keeping Mahal Kita healthy and safe♡ I miss you more and more each day♡ Love Gabrielle
joyce
April 2, 2017
I worked with John at the post office. John was a hard worker and totally understood the insanity of federal employment, he was very perceptive. So sorry to read his life ended so young.
L W
March 24, 2017
To the family and friends of Mr. Barrows please accept my heartfelt sympathy and sincere condolences may you find comfort during this most difficult time. Psalms 18:2,6
INGALLS FAMILY
March 21, 2017
thank you for all you did and now rest in peace
tom and kelly millard
March 20, 2017
we will miss you in the garden john,you were a good man
Stephanie Alexander
March 19, 2017
Gone to soon, may your spirit be at peace where flesh can no longer confine you. We here on Earth will miss your gentleness, your laughter, your watchful eye.
Penny Lucas
March 19, 2017
My Dear Brother;
We miss you already.
There is a huge hole in our hearts.
We will not forget you.
I am glad you are no longer suffering
Love; Penny
Gabrielle Ann Barrows
March 19, 2017
My father was a generous and kind man. He taught us all courage, compassion and empathy. His dedication for serving individuals less fortunate inspired me to become a Special Education teacher just like him. My father taught me, that we are all our "own" and it is our right to accept others as their "own". Love you Dad and Thank you♡
Steve Comstock
March 18, 2017
God just got a great guy to talk about many subjects with...great guy...thoughts and prayers for a family sorely missing him...
Rob Goodrich
March 18, 2017
Rest In Peace my old friend.
Teresa Flynn
March 18, 2017
Lots of wonderful times with that man. He was kind; even when he did not have much, he shared what he had. Rest in Peace Veg.
Diana Knight
March 18, 2017
Martine, thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Janice Gilbert
March 18, 2017
I'm am very sorry for your loss. We used to work together at the school and he really cared about the children he worked with, and his own children very much. He was a very smart man.
Michelle Ferguson
March 18, 2017
Rick and I want to express our sincere sympathy to the family of John Melvin Barrows. RIP John <3
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