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John Bartlett Obituary
John Joseph
Bartlett
SPRINGFIELD - John Joseph Bartlett, 51, of Springfield, died on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at St. John's Hospital.
John was born December 16, 1960 in Springfield, the son of Fred E. and Patricia Ann Stapleton Bartlett.
John graduated from Waverly High School in 1980 and earned his Associates Degree in Conservation from Lincoln Land Community College. John was a tremendous athlete. At Waverly High School he was known for his blazing speed out of the blocks as well as his quickness and accuracy on the basketball court. He also had an open try-out for the Cincinnati Reds after high school. John loved the outdoors, tinkering with small engines and woodworking. He also liked to surprise his nieces with special treats such as his homemade chocolate fudge and KING SIZE Snickers. John was a member of St. Cabrini Catholic Church.
John would give the shirt off his back or his last dollar to help a stranger in need. He was always for the "Underdog" and helped those who couldn't help themselves. John had a heart of gold, the bluest eyes and the greatest smile. He loved to laugh and tease. We are all truly Blessed that God placed him in our lives.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Sandra "Sandy" Bartlett Henry; nephew, Andrew "Andy" Bartlett Henry; Aunt Gina and Grandparents.
He is survived by his parents, Fred and Patty Bartlett of Springfield; siblings, Bruce Bartlett (wife, Kendra) of Jacksonville; Diane Bartlett of Springfield; Jeannette Waters (husband, Dave) of Springfield; Douglas Bartlett of Brookfield; Stephen Bartlett (wife, Leanne) of Jacksonville; and Angela Martin (fiancé, Bob McFarland) of Petersburg; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins; including nephew Mike Flynn.
Visitation: Family will receive friends from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.
Funeral Mass: 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at St. Cabrini Catholic Church, 1020 N. Milton Ave., Springfield with Rev. Richard Chiola, celebrant.
Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905.
Please visit butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
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Scott Shepherd
April 16, 2012
I have known you since 1975. you were the best man in my wedding, and the best friend I will ever have. I will think about all the good times we had for the rest of my life.
Michelle Cassidy
April 4, 2012
sorry foryour lost RIP john ! you in heave in jesus arms!
Mark Shepherd
April 4, 2012
I will always remember you John, you where always strong and fast. You where my brothers best friend. You always had a smile and kind word for everyone. You will be missed old friend
Rick Wilkinson
April 3, 2012
To the Bartlett Family, We send out sincerest condolences and prayers for your family as you walk through this valley. May God bless you with his comforting love in this difficult time.
Rick and Crystal Wilkinson
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Marcy Barnard
April 3, 2012
To the Bartlett family,
Please accept our sincere condolonces for the loss of your son (and brother). Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Keep John in your heart with all the memories, fun and laughter you shared. God bless the entire Bartlett family. Mike and Marcy Barnard
April 3, 2012
Fred, Patty & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. May you find strength and comfort in the memories you will hold dear.
Jay & Trish
Jason & Melanie Dodd
Theresa (Stewart) Walls
April 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Jeannette, Doug, Steve, Angie...your families. May you hold the memories dear and may they help in relieving your heavy hearts during this difficult time. I remember John triple jumping in school...and how he would always make us all smile and laugh. He was truly a great person to know. God Bless
April 3, 2012
To the Bartlett family~thank you for allowing me to b a part of your family~lots of great memories from spending so much time @ your house in waverly and then reconectiong over the years~my thots and prayers are with all of you~may God keep and bless you in this time of need~Jeannette, you are and always will be my best friend~everytime I look up and see the blue sky I will think of Johns blue eyes~lov you all~Sharon Trammel Worthy
Schramm Schuetz Carrie
April 3, 2012
I remember the dust and cinders flying behind John when he ran on the track. I rode the bus with the Bartlett family for years. John would always help the bus driver as the rearview mirror in backing out of Dodd's driveway. May God comfort your family!
mike reese
April 3, 2012
i am sorry for your loss john was a great guy always fun to be around and well trusted loved his bicyles and motorcycles.
April 2, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the entire Bartlett Family. Keep your faith that his light shines eternally and he rests at peace. Barb Smithers, a classmate from St. Cabrini.
April 2, 2012
Jeannette and family...your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please remember that God will always be with you. John is in the best place ever...Heaven! Much love, Tammy (Burnett) Chrisler
Catherine & Tim
April 2, 2012
yout family is in our prayers.
Debbie Bessell
April 2, 2012
John was a great guy, thoughtful, passionate and handsome & those eyes........He will be missed by many. God Bless your family at this time ,my prayers for comfort.
Carrie Adams
April 2, 2012
Angela and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. Your in thoughts and prayers.
Jeannette Bartlett Waters
April 1, 2012
You will always be the Light in our Lives! Miss you so!
Barb Irvin
April 1, 2012
Please know you are all in our thoughts at this difficult time. The vasconcellos family will always remember Johnny and the bartlett family. God bless
Much love and memories
April 1, 2012
Pat, Fred and Family,
My thoughts and prayer's go out to all of you. I remember babysitting for your children and I alway's had fun with them. I especially remember how Johnny would let me comb his hair, then hold him up in front of the mirror for him to see and he would have the biggest smile on his face. Losing a child is the worst experience a parent can ever go through, I can't even imagine the profound loss of 2 children. I lost my daughter, Kristi just a year ago. My heart goes out to you and your family at the loss of your son.
May God Bless and Comfort You,
Theda (Dexheimer) Termine-Kaylor
Springfield, IL
Mark & Lisa Shepherd
April 1, 2012
John was a great man, thoughts are with the Bartlett family.
Janice & Scott Lancaster
April 1, 2012
Praying for Peace & Comfort for all of you. Many wonderful memories come to mind from time spent with your family.
April 1, 2012
We are very sorry to learn of John's passing. He and his family will be in my prayers. Our sympathies to the entire Bartlett family.
Kathy (Hodgson) and Ed Burnett
joe smith
April 1, 2012
my prayers go out to the barlett family.
john was a great friend to me.
my u RIP old friend u will be missed.
Becky Spencer
April 1, 2012
Pat, Fred and Family,
My heart is heavy with sadness upon hearing about the loss of John. My prayers go out to all of you and hope that you find comfort and strength from your faith in God. You now have another angle with Andrew and Sandy watching over all of you. What I remember most about John was his sense of humor and the ability to make everyone around him laugh. Hold the memories close to your heart and he will always be with you.
Love to all of you!!
Kathy Maiworm
April 1, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bartlett family. Love Kathy Sheryl Mark Rick (Wanless)
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