Bernard R. Bartlett, Sr.

Bernard R. Bartlett “Bernie” passed away at home September 25, 2015 with his family present. He was our father, grandfather, great-grand father, friend, and a loving husband. Dad Loved family gatherings went to any activity the children had. He loved the Boston Red Sox and the Arkansas Razorbacks, he traveled many miles to watch his teams play. One of his favorite activities was yelling at umpires, the ones in Tulsa all knew him and he was tossed out of many games. Born in Worcester, MA to Lee Bartlett Sr and Nora Fitzpatrick Bartlett, Dad grew up in Worcester, his young life revolved around the Catholic Church, work and family. He one brother Lee Jr. and they remained close over the years. Bernie was proud to serve his country during WWII, on a submarine in the South Pacific. He was a radar technician and there were 140 in his graduating class, only 10 survived the war. Dad met Mom in Clarksville, AR and they married in 1945. They had 5 children but treated nieces, nephews and friends as their own. Dispensing love, advice and punishment equally. Dad was Irish and certainly kissed the Blarney Stone and was blessed by the fairies. He worked for 42 years for Perault Brothers, CRC Crose and lastly CRC Evans Pipeline Equipment Company making many friends all over the world. There were many nights when Mom had to make a quick adjustment to feed the friends that visited Tulsa. Bernie and Ruby were very active in the Church of the Resurrection ( St Memorial ), Neighbor for Neighbor, Tulsa Community Food Bank. They taught and practiced the responsibilities we all have to care for each other and especially those less fortunate. Preceded in death by wife Ruby of 62 years, beloved son Mike, his brother Lee and dear friend Fr. Bill Skeehan. He is leaving his granddaughter Michelle loving daughter in law Margaret, Daughter Jeannette and grandson Stephan, Son Bernie jr and his wife Jennifer, grandchildren Zach Rogers, Brittany Snyder, Matt Bartlett and Ashley Fuss and their spouses and 9 grandchildren. Son Joe and wife Laurie, grandsons Nathan and Brian, son David and wife Kim, grandchildren Sean, Nick, Meredith, and Madeline. He also has loving family in Massachusetts and Arkansas and a host of friends. We send our Daddy, and Grandpa off with tears, laughter, food and drink. There will be songs and we may “call the hogs” this is what he wanted and we will comply. The family wants to thank Magna Hospice, especially caregiver Lucille and nurse Tammy. In lieu of flowers donations to Tulsa Community food Bank or Clarehouse or your favorite charity. Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 30 at Church of the Resurrection. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, September 29 at Fitzgerald Southwood Colonial Chapel.

Bernard R. Bartlett, Sr.

August 9, 1924 - September 25, 2015