Melvin Barrow

January 26, 1928 - November 14, 2020

Melvin Barrow, 92, of Bloomington, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at IU Health Bloomington Hospital. He was born on January 26, 1928 in Bloomington; the son of Hershel and Deborah Mae (Deckard) Barrow. Mel worked as a lifetime mechanic that included RH Marlin Foreman and was the owner of Mel’s Sales and Service in Ellettsville. He became a franchise owner in 1966 of John Deere until his retirement. Mel was a member of New Unionville Baptist Church and enjoyed golfing, fishing, squirrel hunting, and quartet music. Mel is survived by his children, Steven (Treva) Barrow, Stuart (Judy) Barrow, and Beth Anne (Steve) Barrow-Marlin; grandchildren, Stephanie, Amee, Amanda, Matthew, Amber, and Mark; great-grandchildren, Clayton, Mason, Breanna, Mackenzie, Braylon, Colby, Melody, Madison, Nathan, Ashley, Abigail, Addison, Emily, Aiden, and Samson; great-great-grandchild; Adlyn Grace; step-children, Nancy Sinn and Jack Miller; four step-grandchildren. Mel is also survived by half-sisters, Irma Denny, Fern Cox, and Dolly Bartlett; and dear friend, Betty Neal. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Helen Barrow; first wife, Rhea Dawn Miller; sisters, Juanita Simms, and Margaret Edwards; and half-brothers, Bud and Duke. A graveside service will be held at 12:00p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at Little Union Baptist Cemetery. Allen Funeral Home and Crematory, 4155 S. Old State Road 37, Bloomington, have been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com