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Official Obituary of

Robert Barlow

February 21, 1935 ~ November 27, 2020 (age 85) 85 Years Old

Robert Barlow Obituary

Robert Barlow was born in Edray, W.V. on February 21, 1935, son of the late John Barlow Sr. and Sylvia Ramsey Barlow. He is preceded in death by brothers, Melvin Dale Walker Jr., Edward J. Walker, William Paul Walker and sister, Sylvia Budash. Survived by wife, Linda Boyles Barlow, sons Stephen (Myrtle) Barlow, Glenn (Patty) Barlow, daughters Roberta (Mike) Gilligan, Barbara (Darren) Yingling, Janet (Kevin) Mason, and brother John (Mary) Barlow. Robert and Linda have 15 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren, and one beloved dog, Bella.

He served in the Army as Specialist (SP4) from 1953-1955 with duty in France, and also visited England, Ireland, Italy, and Scotland.

Robert attended school at Lewisburg, W.V. and received a teaching degree from Kent State University. He taught autobody repair at Jefferson County Joint Vocational School (JCJVS) until his retirement in 2000. Prior to this he had several jobs as an autobody technician at J. Televac’s Garage in Follansbee WV, Baron Chevrolet in Weirton, WV and DiNovo’s in Steubenville, OH.

Robert was a member of Two Ridges Presbyterian Church where he was married to his wife Linda of 66 years and faithfully served as Elder, Sunday School Superintendent and served on the Christian Education Committee and Building committee. All five of his children were raised and married in the church as well. Robert enjoyed recording the church choir on Sundays and special events. Robert enjoyed spending time with his family, rebuilding cars, photography and traveling on Beach vacations to North Carolina with his family.

A memorial celebration of life will be held on December 5th at 2:00 pm with a small in person family gathering and a virtual invitation for all others. Email for zoom invitation, rlbarlowmemorial@gmail.com. Flowers or monetary gifts to the church can be sent to Two Ridges Presbyterian Church, 1085 Canton Rd, Wintersville OH 43953.

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