Visionary yachtsman and founder of Marlow Yachts, David Marlow passed away on July 13, 2025 at the age of 82. During his life, Marlow brought to life a line of long-range cruising yachts that redefined craftsmanship, innovation and timeless design. Born in Apalachicola, Florida, Marlow developed a deep love of the sea early on, along with a fierce commitment to doing things better. These passions fueled his career in boatbuilding, culminating in the formation of Marlow Yachts in the early 2000s.
Marlow was more than a businessman, serving as an inspiration to all who knew him, and a beloved husband, father, grandfather and mentor. He brought people together — through his stories, his adventures, and his unwavering dedication to his craft. His legacy will live on not only in the boats he built, but in the lives he touched along the way.
Marlow is survived by his wife Barbara, daughter Kimberly Marlow, grandson Aidan, brother John Paul, business partner Michael Cannova, and nieces Paula Reece, Valerie Thompson and Tammy Thornton.
Lakeland Boating offers its sincere condolences to the Marlow family.
