Fred Howard Barrows, Iii

Fred (Ted) Howard Barrows III, of Southern Pines, NC passed on September 1, 2025, in Southern Pines, NC. Born on June 1, 1933, in Providence, RI, he was the son of Fred and Martha Barrows, and was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Jane.

A 1951 graduate of the Governor Dummer Academy in Byfield, Massachusetts, Ted went on to join the Brown University Class of 1955. While at Brown, he was a member of ROTC and later served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy aboard the USS Wadleigh, stationed in the Mediterranean during the Suez Canal Crisis. His naval service was a source of pride throughout his life. During annual Fourth of July visits to Bristol by naval ships, he took great joy in hosting visiting crew members and even had the honor of taking the helm of a destroyer to sail into Newport.

After his service, he managed Wells, an American jewelry manufacturer based in Attleboro, Massachusetts. A gifted designer, he became especially known for his intricate silver bracelet charms with movable parts—miniature retro cars, telephones, lighthouses, pianos, and books—that have since become highly collectible.

For over 35 years, he shared a full and joyful life with his beloved wife, Jacqueline. Together, they restored the historic Seven Oaks estate in Bristol, traveled abroad, played countless rounds of golf, sailed the waters of Narragansett Bay, and celebrated many happy occasions with Brown University friends. He was not only her partner but the love of her life.

Actively cherishing his memory is his beloved wife Jacqueline, his children Gail (Clive), Tad, Jeb, and Reginald (Donna), and his niece Paula (Andrew). He was a proud grandfather to Alexandra (Andrew), Nick, Taylor (Becca), Peter (Sarah), and Josie, and delighted in his six great-grandchildren. His family will forever remember his warmth, creativity, and adventurous spirit.

Visitation will be held at Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. A Memorial Service will take place at the funeral home at 10:30 AM. He will be laid to rest with Military Honors at North Burial Ground, Hope Street, Bristol.

A reception will be held at DeWolf Tavern immediately following burial.