Gloria J. Bartelt
December 24, 1940 – October 3, 2023
A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service to honor Gloria’s life will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, beginning at 11:00 a.m. She will be laid to rest privately at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Centrica Care Navigators Hospice or Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 82, passed away on October 3, 2023, at Centrica Rose Arbor Place with family by her side. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on December 24, 1940, the daughter of the late Arthur and Lenore (Lynch) Horn. Gloria was kind, generous and loving. She had a vibrant personality, and her uplifting spirit made her a joy to know. On November 2, 1963, she married the love of her life Elwood ‘Woody” Bartelt, they enjoyed 54 years of marriage. Together in 1976, they started Bartelt Aviation and in 1982, Bartelt Travel Consultants. Gloria was an integral part of the business and helped both achieve great success. She also cherished the time she was able to work side by side with Woody, her son (John) and daughter in-law (Kelly). She loved social events, dining with friends, was always up on current affairs and fashion. She was a member of the Young Ladies Bridge Club, a group of friends who had met for more than 50 years. Gloria had a giving heart and enjoyed doing charity work whenever it was needed. Above all, Gloria loved her family, and she was extremely proud of her son, daughter in-law, and grandchildren. Her smile, laughter and gentle words of encouragement will be missed by all who loved her. She is survived by a loving son, John (Kelly) Bartelt; three grandchildren, Samantha, Cassidy and Jack; sister, Antoinette “Toni” (John) D’Alessio; in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in passing by her parents; husband Woody; siblings, Everett Lieske, Norman Lieske, Audrey Sajdak, Shirley Priest and Arlene Priest.
Gloria, “Glor” was first and foremost a dear friend for over 35 years. I worked for and with her at travel for 20 years where she was not only a gracious leader but mentor. We continued our friendship over the years that followed. She was a fun loving, caring and gentle spirit with a contagious laugh and sense of humor. We had a lot of fun over the years and I always treasured her company and friendship. She will be sorely missed. My heartfelt thoughts, prayers and peace to John, Kelly, grandchildren, family and friends. Susan
It is with sadness that my wife Becky and I learned of Gloria’s passing yesterday from our home in MA. We’ve known Gloria (or my nickname for her “GLO”) for 50 years. She was the family glue and family was everything! She always spoke with great pride of her son John, his accomplishments and his tremendous family. Gloria was a loving wife to her late husband Woody and Woody knew that he was better with her by his side. We enjoyed a great friendship with Woody and Gloria! They are deeply missed and our prayers are with John and his family in this time of loss.
I only just heard of Gloria’s passing over the weekend. My wife and I were saddened to hear this news. Gloria was a truly great person and she and Woody treated us like family. Our sincerest condolences to John and his family.
Gloria left us quite a legacy: one of a loving wife, mother and grandmother; a hard working and successful businesswoman; and a great friend to many and to her community. And along the way she was always ready to entertain or have some fun. Rest In Peace, friend, your life was well lived. Judy Moore
I’m so sorry to hear about Gloria’s passing! Although I never got to work with her, I knew her from being a travel agent. She was well liked in the Travel Industry. My heart goes out to the family. May all your memories of Gloria keep her alive in your hearts!!