1931
2017
Bob Bartlett was born second in a family with three boys in Hartford, KY, on September 1, 1931, to Forrest and Pauline Bartlett.
On June 6, 1951, in Owensboro, KY, Bob began his career sweeping the plant at Modern Welding Company. The same year, he married Mary Louise Parker. In 1954, he became salesman in Burlington, IA. In 1960, he was promoted to plant manager. In 1970, he opened Modern Welding's Fresno facility where he continued until his death as Vice President and Plant Manager. He was the longest tenured employee at Modern Welding Company for 66 years.
Bob loved adventure and nature. His hobbies were racing, jeeping, fishing, boating, camping, and hunting. Bob and Mary were spectators at the Reno Air Races for 47 years.
Bob has had a lifelong interest in the Civil War and American Revolution. He is a member of the Society of the Mayflower and Sons of the American Revolution.
He is survived by his wife Mary; and brother, Jackie. He is also survived by his four children, Bob, Paula, Kathy, and Sue; his daughter-in-law, Cheryl Bartlett; sons-in-law, Brian Lockie, and Steve Engleman. He has six grandchildren, Jackie, John, Mary, Mark, Amanda, and Kristen. He is survived by his three "fotched" on children, David Bacorn, John Hunsaker, and Rhoda Piland.
A Viewing will be held at Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel on Sunday, November 19, 2017, from 1:00 until 5:00 p.m.
A Funeral Service will be held at Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel on Monday, November 20, 2017, at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105,www.stjude.org/donate; or Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607.
Arrangements under the direction of Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel, Fresno, CA.
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November 28, 2017
Stephens & Bean Chapel
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
November 19, 2017
Mary
Our deepest sympathy, during these trying times. Our prayers are with you and family.
Bill & Ruilian Welch
November 17, 2017
Carole Pings
Mr. Bartlett, you influenced my life in so many ways. If not for you and your children, I would never have met my husband; if not for you, I would never have been able to partake of the rich beauty of the Californian deserts; if not for you, I would never have had the opportunity to be part of such a loving, vibrant family. You were a true patriarch and cornerstone for so many. I am so blessed to have known you. May God bless you and your family.
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