Hello, I’m Marianne Barlow. At the age of fifty-eight, after facing breast cancer for fifteen years, I passed from this life to begin my soul’s next journey on April 5th, 2025. I left this world, in my home, surrounded by my dear family, immersed in love.
I was born November 7th, 1966, in Taylorsville, Utah, to Isaac Winford and Dorothy Hancock Barlow. At seventeen, I married the love of my life, Todd Robert Barlow. We were married by a justice of the peace on December 27th,1983, and then sealed for time and all eternity on January 6th, 1984. Our life together has always been full of love and joy. Between 1986 and 1991, we were blessed with our babies, Heber, Thomas, and Marissa. In 1993, we made the big move from Herriman, Utah, to Centennial Park, Arizona. In 1994 and 1997, we were blessed with two more babies, Porter and Aaron.
In 2010, I discovered a tumor, and by 2015, it had become stage four cancer. It has been a difficult time, but I chose to manage my health with natural and emotional healing methods. I’m grateful to have these fifteen precious years to make memories with those I love. Family and relationships are the most important things to me; I truly cherish every moment spent with them. I dearly love all my grandchildren, and I have a special name just for me: Grammy.
I’ve always been passionate about living a healthy and natural lifestyle. I love spending time outdoors, learning about different cultures, costume parties, ballroom dancing, and music—specifically big-band and the Rat Pack. I have a deep faith in the Savior Jesus Christ, and the correct teachings of the gospel. I firmly believe in freedom. I often encourage others to study the history of our country, the principles of the founding fathers, and the Constitution.
One of the greatest joys in my life is helping others; I’ve always had a deep desire to support and uplift all those around me. This led me to assist women in childbirth and study midwifery. I’ve worn many different “hats” throughout my life: cosmetologist, secretary, payroll clerk, tax accountant, office manager, midwife assistant, paralegal, business owner, and mentor; but most important are: wife, mother, and Grammy. I’m honored to be known as the “favorite” aunt by many of my nieces and nephews. I take great pride in supporting and guiding those I love. Throughout my journey, I have learned the value of compassion, gratitude, kindness, and love, and I work to live these values every single day.
I’m survived by my wonderful husband, Todd; my amazing children, Heber (Krissie), Thomas (Sadie), Marissa (Joe), Porter (Ashley), and Aaron (Maggie); my beautiful grandchildren, Riley, Kamri, Asia, Almanzo, Rhett, Wade, and Dakota; my lovely step-grandchildren, John, Jolyn, Nikki, Madi, and Aleena; my mom, Dorothy; my mother-in-law, Bonnie (Gary); my four “other” mothers-in-law; twenty-eight siblings; and many nieces and nephews. I was preceded in death by my dad, Isaac; my father-in-law, Samuel E. Barlow; my “other” mother, Aunt Nette; and my siblings, Levi, Barbara, and Deborah.
I’d love for my life to be celebrated with all who know and love me. Please join my family on Friday, April 11th, 2025, at 10:00 am (Utah), 2264 East 2600 South, Cane Beds, Arizona 86021. My body will be laid to rest at 1:30 pm (Utah) at Terre Verda Memorial Gardens, 2280 South Richard Street (400 West), Centennial Park, Arizona 86021. You are invited to watch the celebration online, please follow this zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87241876575?pwd=tSbj85UzFsDXgHB5Q2JeUhS77Sj6M1.1
I thank everyone for all the love and support you have given me. I say goodbye to this world with peace in my heart, knowing that my family is strong and that my love for them will live on. I hope to leave behind a legacy filled with kindness.
God be with you ‘til we meet again.
Compiled by her husband and children.
If anyone would like to donate for funeral expenses:
The account information Mountain American Credit Union Marianne Barlow
Acct #19200471 RN#324079555
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We love you all!! God be with you guys as you process this hard time!!!
I wish that I could have paid tribute to Marianne the way that I would have liked to while she lived. She WAS such a caring and kind sister-in-law and friend to me and to many and I will forever remember the times that she came over to ‘help out’ when our newly established family was sick or when I was on bed rest. She also attended me as assistant to my midwife twice and had such a thoughtful and kind manner. She Exemplified the art of service to others all of the times that I can recall and was always looking out for the less fortunate. I will remember her fondly, and cherish the memories I have of her. I send the family my deepest sympathies and kindest regards. May your memories of Marianne and her lovely influence upon this world remain in all of your minds and hearts until you meet again.
Happy travels to the great beyond!
We will always have our front teeth in common 😬
God rest your soul!
She was definitely one of my favorite Aunts from the time I was very young, I always felt safe around her, and as I grew up, I always appreciated how welcoming and loving she was to me. She treated me with the same kindness and love she did any of her nieces and nephews.
Thank you, Marrianne for touching my life in such a positive way! you will certainly be missed!
She was definitely one of my favorite Aunts from the time I was very young, I always felt safe around her, and as I grew up, I always appreciated how welcoming and loving she was to me. She treated me with the same kindness and love she did any of her nieces and nephews.
Thank you, Marrianne for touching my life in such a positive way! you will certainly be missed!
As I post this with a heavy heart, I am deeply saddened to hear of Marianne’s passing. My most sincere condolences to all of you and your extended family. Marianne was a great cousin to me. When I was much younger living in Herriman- Todd and Marianne graciously took me in and allowed me to stay on their property – when I had nowhere to go. I am so grateful and blessed to have both of them as my cousins. I will always remember the fun (and funny) times we had together. She may be gone, but she will never be forgotten. The Lord I’m sure is overjoyed to have her spirit back home again. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will be looking into the Zoom link as my car is unfortunately not drivable right now. It was a pleasure knowing Marianne’s wonderful personality in my lifetime. May God bless you all during this difficult time.