Bernard Bartels' Obituary
Bernard A. Bartels, born September 14, 1929, died peacefully Monday morning, March 23, 2015. The son of George and Mary Bartels, he is survived by his beloved wife, partner and sweetie pie of 47 years, Rosemary Bartels; his younger sister, Marlene Walensa; his devoted son, John Bartels; his adored daughter, Mary Liz Cook and her husband, Kevin Cook; his adored daughter in law, Regina Bartels; and the apple of his eye and second sweetie pie, his granddaughter, Kaitlyn Rose Bartels. He was a dedicated twenty five year employee of the Society of Actuaries. Above all else, what was important to him was his family, for which no sacrifice was too great. He provided us all with memories and experiences that will never be forgotten, and which we are blessed to possess. To the great Tour Director: thank you for a fantastic adventure. Huzzah!!!!The family will receive friends from 5 pm. to 7 p.m., Thursday, at Memorial Park Funeral Home. The funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
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