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Arthur Keith Bartlett
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Arthur Keith Bartlett, age 75, of Glenfield, ND, died peacefully at his home on Saturday, December 19, 2015 Keith was the last surviving child of Henry Arthur and Myrtle (Barker) Bartlett. He was born on January 4, 1940, in McHenry, ND, and was delivered by Mrs. Little (a mid-wife). Keith grew up and attended school in McHenry, and he attended college for a short time in Mayville, ND. Keith then lived in Sheyenne, ND, where he played baseball before moving to New Rockford, ND. Keith met and married Judith Lies on October 20, 1962, at New Rockford. The day was special for a second reason – it was Mickey Mantle’s birthday! Keith & Judy were married 53 years. In February 1963, they moved to Renton, WA, where Keith worked for Kenworth Motors and later went into carpentry. In 1970, the family moved to Minnesota, and Keith managed a gas station. They moved to Glenfield, ND, in 1975, and Keith did carpentry work and also drove school bus until he retired due to his health in 2004. He was an avid New York Yankees fan all of his life. He enjoyed camping, fishing, baseball, old western movies, and his family. He suffered many health problems, but amazed his family with his strength to fight through many surgeries and cancer. Keith is survived by his wife Judy; one son Brian (Lisa), Steele, ND; four daughters, Christine (Calvin) Knutson, Jamestown, ND, Cynthia (Ronn) Stangeland, Juanita, ND, Robin Knutson, Casselton, ND, Mandy (Josh) Burbank, Grand Forks, ND; 16 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Eugene “Buck”, Clifford, Lyle, Howard, and Leo; three sisters, Eva, Katherine and Donna.
VIGIL SERVICE: Tuesday (Dec 22nd) at 7PM in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, McHenry, ND MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, McHenry, ND DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 3:00PM BURIAL: Bethlehem Cemetery, McHenry, ND (at a later date) |
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Name: Larry Lynne
Date: 12-21-15
Message: I was so sorry to hear of Keith's passing. We went high school in McHenry back in the '50's. Keith was a year ahead of me. I remember him being such a nice guy. My sympathies to his family.
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Name: John Overbeck
Date: 12/21/16
Message: Keith was a man who instilled family values. His children all carry on his family traits. Spent some good nights playing cards with Keith and Judy. Thoughts and prayers to all the family.
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Name: Sheila Neumann
Date: 12/21/15
Message: My sympathy to you and your family. Keith was a very special person. I will remember you in my prayers. God Bless You at this time.
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Name: Lisa Solwey
Date: 12/21/2015
Message: Thoughts and prayers to all of you. I have so enjoyed working with Keith over the years. He was the biggest Yankee fan I knew. :) Many shared laughs and smiles with this guy! Lisa Solwey