Walter Taylor Bartlett Sr.
KEYSER, W.Va. — Walter Taylor Bartlett Sr. passed away on July 19, 2010, at his home from heart failure, after suffering two massive heart attacks in March 2010.
Born on Sept. 10, 1921, on Lincoln Street in Keyser, he was a son of the late Frank and Bertha Lee (Rolls) Bartlett. After his mother died when he was two years old, he was raised by his grandparents, Burton and Fanny Rolls. All preceded him in death, along with his brother Alfred and sister Frances Jacobs.
Mr. Bartlett lived in Keyser his entire life, except when he served three years in the U.S. Army Air force during World War II. He was a life-time member of Jane’s Methodist Church, and belonged to Washington-Smith American Legion Post #152 and Potomac Lodge No. 41 F&AM Masons. He served on the City Water Board. He worked for D&D Cleaners, was a small business owner, “retired” and then was employed until March 2010 at Spots Scrub-board Laundromat, Keyser.
He worked hard all his life to provide for his family, but he always had time to give a smile and share a story. He taught his sons to love the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He had endless patience with grandchildren, and loved to give candy to kids – but only after asking their parents’ permission.
Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Frances (Weeden) Bartlett; and his sister, Dorothy Scott, both of Keyser; his sons, Walter Bartlett Jr. of Adana, Turkey, and Dr. Robert Bartlett of Spokane, Washington; six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and his nieces and nephews. Mr. Bartlett was an adopted “Dad” to many young people, including Homer and Margaret Butler and Mike and Diane Iser.
He will be greatly missed, but his wit and wisdom leave a legacy that will last as long as we remember the twinkle in his eye. His courage and grace, especially in these last few difficult months, have been an inspiration and a gift to those who knew him.
As per Mr. Bartlett’s wishes, there will be no public visitation.
A graveside service will be held at Potomac Memorial Gardens, Keyser, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, with the Rev. William A. Linhart and the Rev. Andy Agnew officiating.
The family would like to thank all those who provided care for Mr. Bartlett in his last days. We are grateful beyond words to Hospice nurses, nieces, and great-granddaughter Gabrielle Bartlett for the kindness and support you provided to him and his family during his final journey.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Markwood Funeral Home, Keyser.
Condolences may be sent to the family after Mr. Bartlett’s obituary at www.markwoodfuneralhome.com.
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Walter Taylor Bartlett Sr.
KEYSER, W.Va. — Walter Taylor Bartlett Sr. passed away on July 19, 2010, at his home from heart failure, after suffering two massive heart attacks in March 2010.
Born on Sept. 10, 1921, on Lincoln Street in Keyser, he was a son of the late Frank and Bertha Lee (Rolls) Bartlett. After his mother died when he was two years old, he was raised by his grandparents, Burton and Fanny Rolls. All preceded him in death, along with his brother Alfred and sister Frances Jacobs.
Mr. Bartlett lived in Keyser his entire life, except when he served three years in the U.S. Army Air force during World War II. He was a life-time member of Jane’s Methodist Church, and belonged to Washington-Smith American Legion Post #152 and Potomac Lodge No. 41 F&AM Masons. He served on the City Water Board. He worked for D&D Cleaners, was a small business owner, “retired” and then was employed until March 2010 at Spots Scrub-board Laundromat, Keyser.
He worked hard all his life to provide for his family, but he always had time to give a smile and share a story. He taught his sons to love the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He had endless patience with grandchildren, and loved to give candy to kids – but only after asking their parents’ permission.
Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Frances (Weeden) Bartlett; and his sister, Dorothy Scott, both of Keyser; his sons, Walter Bartlett Jr. of Adana, Turkey, and Dr. Robert Bartlett of Spokane, Washington; six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and his nieces and nephews. Mr. Bartlett was an adopted “Dad” to many young people, including Homer and Margaret Butler and Mike and Diane Iser.
He will be greatly missed, but his wit and wisdom leave a legacy that will last as long as we remember the twinkle in his eye. His courage and grace, especially in these last few difficult months, have been an inspiration and a gift to those who knew him.
As per Mr. Bartlett’s wishes, there will be no public visitation.
A graveside service will be held at Potomac Memorial Gardens, Keyser, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, with the Rev. William A. Linhart and the Rev. Andy Agnew officiating.
The family would like to thank all those who provided care for Mr. Bartlett in his last days. We are grateful beyond words to Hospice nurses, nieces, and great-granddaughter Gabrielle Bartlett for the kindness and support you provided to him and his family during his final journey.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Markwood Funeral Home, Keyser.
Condolences may be sent to the family after Mr. Bartlett’s obituary at www.markwoodfuneralhome.com.
