Donny J. Barlow (Hartville)'s Obituary
Donny Jack Barlow, son of Jackie Barlow, was born March 11, 1981. He was called into heaven late in the evening on August 5, 2017 in Clinton, Montana, at the age of thirty-six years.
Donny is preceded in death by his grandparents, Thomas and Juanita Barlow-Nienstadt; and five brothers that passed away in infancy.
He is survived by his loving mother, Jackie, of Springfield, Missouri; his brothers, Alex Barlow and his wife Angie, of Springfield, Missouri, Clint Barlow and his wife Holly, of Springfield, Missouri, and Bobby Willis and his wife Carrie, of Kirkland, New Mexico; his five children, Katlyn, Zane, CJ, Jasper, and Jasmine, all from Arkansas; five nieces, Cassie, Rilee, Gracy, Kaylee, and Savannah; two nephews, David and Thomas; his step-grandfather that he knew as Opa, Max Nienstadt ; and many relatives and friends.
Donny was born in Mansfield, Missouri and grew up in Arkansas working as a landscaper. He later moved to Montana and finally found his peace and happiness there.
Donny loved the outdoors, but he also loved his music. He had a notable talent for picking out music for just the right moment or occasion. He also loved to sing Karaoke, even though he was just about tone deaf, but he didn’t care. Donny also loved to get together with his friends and play horseshoes every Sunday afternoon until dusk. Most of all, Donny loved his family and friends. He had a special way of cheering anyone up he talked too and was always seen smiling. He was a loving son, father, brother, uncle, and friend. We celebrate his life and will always cherish the many happy memories he created.
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