Peacefully with his wife by his side at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on Friday May15, 2026 at the age of 74.
Barlow was a devoted husband, father, grandpa, educator, author, mentor, storyteller, and friend whose humour, wisdom, and steady presence touched many lives.
He was Meg’s loving husband and best friend, her person and partner through life’s joys and challenges. He was a proud and loving father to Jonathan (Maggie Hilton) and Sarah (Sean Gehring) and Grandpa to Quinlan, Claire, Elim, Nathan and Naomi.
He dedicated his career to education as a principal, professor and mentor, inspiring students and staff with compassion, encouragement, leadership, and a willingness to have the difficult conversations. He found joy in canoeing, bicycling, and camping, and brought laughter with his quick wit and wonderful sense of humour.
After an 18-year courageous battle with Parkinson disease and dementia, we take comfort in knowing he is now at peace, free from suffering, and safely home with our Lord and Saviour. He will be forever loved, deeply missed, and lovingly remembered. For those who wish, donations in Barlow’s memory may be made to Parkinson Canada https://www.parkinson.ca/get-involved/personal-giving/
The family will receive relatives and friends at the Carson Funeral Home L. Doolittle Chapel, 54 Coldwater St. E., Orillia on Friday May 29, 2026 from 10 A.M. until time of funeral service at 11 A.M. Interment St. Andrew’s St. James’ Cemetery, Orillia.
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