Sally BARLOW Obituary

To Sally's family. I am writing a history of Scorpion Volleyball Club and reading through this page I remember the new middle player with the biggest block marked on the wall of the old OGHS gym. I smile as large as you thinking of our times playing volleyball together. A beautiful soul .

Will miss you Sally, be at peace and rest your heavy heart. You are an extraordinary woman. Arohanui. Pema, and the gang.

I was a colleague of Sally's at CVICU Auckland. I want to acknowledge Sally for who she was in the world of medicine. She was so kind and gentle and nothing was any trouble for her to consider or do. It extended to the Pacific Islands with a commitment to the people there. Sally was a team member who did volunteer work for those in need of heart surgery, and was an integral part of the team. This year we will return and it is our commitment to Sally to continue this work. Although she will be missed she will be remembered deeply in all of our hearts. I am sure that on behalf of the Friends of Fiji Heart mission, and others in the Pacific teams, rest in peace now Sally and know you are surrounded with love. Peta Millar,Staff Nurse.

Deeply sad and shocked to hear of Sally's passing. I have some great memories of Sally as a bright, talented and caring young woman at Balmacewen and OGHS. My thoughts are with the Barlow's at what must be an incredibly sad time.

So sorry to hear the sad news about Sally.
Thinking of all the fun times and laughter we had together.
Sending our love and thoughts to Marilyn, John and Emily in this really sad time.

During our school days at Balmac and OGHS, Sally was so lighthearted and fun to be around, as well as being impossibly bright and hard working. I was very sad to hear this news, and my thoughts are with her family.

Although so much time has passed since our OGHS days, I was still so saddened to hear recently that Sally Barlow was no longer with us all. I looked up to Sally at OG and saw her as a champion in all that she did, she certainly was a character and an incredibly likable person, with a distinct bounce in her stride which obviously took her many places (as read in the entries). Fond thoughts of you Sally, and my deepest sympathy goes out to your dear family. May you be at peace in knowing much love around you. Teresa, David, Lucca and Isla.

It was our privilege to know and work with Sally for only a short period of time. Our Patients and Staff appreciated her skill and expertise and we offer our deepest sympathies to Sally's parents and family, from all at Shakespeare Surgical Suite in Milford.

We miss you Sally. May peace and the love of all your family and your friends be with you now.

Dear Marilyn, John and Emily,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you during this terribly difficult time. I have so many fond memories from our school days growing up in Dunedin, and I will always hold onto these.

We are extremely sad to hear this and our thoughts and prayers are with the grieving family. We will miss you, Sally.

I didn't know Sally very well but news of her passing has affected me deeply. I remember her from school days around Dunedin and bumped into her a few times in Wanaka - always so friendly and the biggest smile. A really wonderful and genuine person. My thoughts are with Mum and Dad Barlow and Emily, as well as Sally's extended family - please know that so many people care.

Deepest sympathies to Sally's family & dear friends. Remembering with fondness Sally's time as a Reg at Starship theatres & her infectious smile & laughter !
So sorry to hear such sad news, Sally was a kind & beautiful soul.

Our very deepest sympathies to Sally's family on the tragic loss of their beautiful daughter and sister.
We will miss Sally always.
With love from ACH peri operative nurses.x

Deepest sympathies to all of the Barlow family at the devastating loss of Sally.

I first remember meeting Sally as a 15 year old when she would come up to Wanaka, beautiful and tall with an infectious smile that is such a common theme within this guest book.

You will be sorely missed by all your friends around the world.

Still cannot get my head around the fact. You were such a wonderful person to work with and a true friend. Miss you very much!

Sally, your smiling face will be missed.

Such fond memories working with Sally on the front desk at Unipol Sports Centre in Dunedin - so sorry to hear the sad news.

So sad and tragic. Sally was always a pleasure to work with. Her laugh was infectious and her smile would light up the room. Rest in peace dear friend.

Such a tragedy. We will all miss Sally, her beautiful smile and laughter. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the Barlow family.

Sally was such a bright star at school - with her big smile and happy nature. I always imagined we would catch up again someday. I am so sorry for your loss.

Sal, you have been one amazing running partner and friend. I have only known you since January but you have made a huge impact in our life. You were so dedicated to everything you did and the determination and passion you brought to every training run made that 3 hour mark seem easy. I was so happy in your company and I will treasure the memories and fun times we had and will never forget your beautiful smile. Love and hugs go out to your family xx

Our deepest sympathy to Sally's family and friends. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time

Sally you brought so much joy and happiness into my life, and into the lives of your extended family here in Seattle. There's not a moment that goes by when I'm not thinking of you, or reminded of you in my daily life. Love Forever..

My deepest sympathies to the Barlow family at this sad time. Sally was an old friend of mine from school and university days in Dunedin. I am deeply saddened by her passing.

Our deepest sympathy to John, Marilyn, Emily and family. I have just heard the news and cannot believe it. I have known Sally for as long as I can remember, since she was friends with my sister Mandy at Arthur Street school. Then throughout the years she has constantly popped in and out of my life - through volleyball, medical school, we even ended up on call together as anaesthetic registrars in Wellington. Probably the weirdest was randomly meeting in a small town on the Italian Cinque Terra. I am so sad that she won't be randomly appearing anymore with her smile and her outgoing attitude to life. We will miss you Sally.

I heard with shock at the untimely passing of Sally. I remember so many fun times and have a great deal of fond memories of growing up with Sally in Dunedin and Wanaka. My deepest sympathies and best wishes to the Barlow family.

Dear John and Marilyn, I met you only once, but really enjoyed your company on the Bullock Track out of Roxburgh. We soon learned we knew of each other through your Sally and my Rob. Sally and Rob have known each other from school days in Dunedin and although I saw Sally irregularly she was often mentioned by Kim and Rob, so she was special to us. Recently she stayed with friends in my home in Tauranga, and then we had a precious week with her at Lake Tahoe. I am so sorry for your unimaginable loss. Remember the smile and love.

My deepest sympathy John, Marilyn, Emily and family on your devastating loss.
I have nothing but brilliant memories of Sally from High School and our years of Volleyball. I was always so glad she was on my team, I would not have liked Sally as an opponent - she was formidable through the middle. I will always remember Sally for her smile, her sense of fun, her kindness and not forgetting her determination. She was and will always be inspiring. All my love, thoughts and prayers to you all.

Dear Barlow Family
We havn't met you nor Sally but over the last 5-6 months Sallys name was frequently spoken by our daughter Anna re The Routeburn Classic.
From one family to another we want to express our sympathy and love at the loss of your precious one.
Brenda & Drew Hackett Auckland

So hard to write anything at this time as her funeral is going on in Wanaka. I feel a long way away in Melbourne & am thinking of you all constantly.
I too remember times with Sal over many years & continents since early high school (always losing to her in volleyball!!), medical school, partying with Rob in Auckland & celebrating his wedding with skiing in Tahoe and then more recently with her visiting me in Melbs with Lorna & watching the mighty All Blacks win in an outrageous cheerleaders outfit. Many happy memories.
My thoughts are with the family & all Sal's many friends all over the world. You will be missed terribly xkim

I can not believe I am writing this note. We were so saddened to hear about the loss of Sally. We send our love and thoughts to you John, Marilyn, Emily and family Andy,Libby,Jess, Estee and Lillie Parsons xx

Dear Marilyn and John, Emily and family
I fondly remember playing with Sally at Arthur Street and making "perfume" from the flowers in your lovely Highgate garden, and running with Sally in relay teams at zone sports.
My thoughts are with you at this truly difficult time.
What a terrible loss.

John and Marilyn, words are inadequate to express the sadness we feel for you and the rest of your family on the loss of Sally. Our love and sympathy to you all.

I haven't seen Sally for years but always assumed that we would catch up one day. She was my closest friend for years through our school days. The world was a better place knowing that Sally was in it doing amazing things with her many talents. My heart goes out to Marilyn, John, Emily and family at this devastating time. Love to you all.

I worked with Sally in Auckland over the past year. She was a wonderful colleague and coffee companion to me - helpful, cheerful, and dependable. This is such a tragedy and our thoughts go out to her family.

My thoughts are with you Marilyn, John and Emily at this most awful time. I so wish I could be with you all today. Sally has been such a constant in my life for 25+ years, through many cities, countries, continents and stages of life. She had such a big smile and an equally big heart. I will miss her immensely.

Sincere thoughts to Sally's Family. Many years have passed since school days but loads of happy memories of your infectious laugh and big smiles from the fun and innocence of those fun days with all your school friends. Thanks for the laughter and memories Sally.

Sally, while my heart breaks at the thought of never seeing your adorable smile again, I am truly grateful that you came into my life, I've never known a sweeter girl. I love you, and will carry you in my heart always.

Sally, you were a young up and coming volleyballer when I first met you when we played for Scorpion Volleyball Club, Dunedin. You were such a talented player and amazingly fit. I knew when you were up at the net blocking not much would get through those long skinny arms. You were a sweet natured and fabulous person and dedicated to your university work, those books travelled all over the place with you. We had so many fun times and laughs throughout all those volleyball seasons we played, those days were the best days of my life and meeting people like you was the highlight. Rest in peace Sally, you will never be forgotten by your fellow team mates xoxo.

Sally I have so many wonderful funny memories of our Scorpion years you were not only a talented team mate but a loving friend. You will be missed by so many. My thoughts are with your parents, Emily & family. Beautiful on the inside as well as the outside. xx

A wonderful colleague and cherished friend to us all in Seattle.

Dear Marilyn, John and Emily. I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Sally. I have very fond memories of you all with the Justice's tramping and camping so many years ago and am deaply sadened to hear of your lose. My thoughts are with you at this hard time.
Alex Nelson

Our thoughts are with you Marilyn, John and Emily at this time of terrible loss. We have many happy memories of Sally from the Dunedin Arthur Street days.
Sheila and Geoff Cameron

Deepest sympathies to Marilyn and John at this terrible time, thinking of you. Sally will be remembered fondly.
Grant & Jo Scurr; Duncan & Allannah McRae

My thoughts and prayers are with Sallys' family at this time. I worked with her for a brief time and she often spoke of her family and Isla and how much she loved to spend time with you all. She was a lovely person and will be missed...Colleen (Surgery On Shakespeare)

Deepest sympathies to the family. What a loss.
Dr Tissa Fernando
Life Flight Air ambulance service Auckland

Our thoughts are with Maralyn John & Emily and family and to offer our unconditional support at this terrible loss
Rebecca,Rob,Pam&Sandy Whyte.

You will be fondly remembered. There were many sleepovers and parties through the early years and you were always an inspiration to me. Rest well Sally.