David Gene Bartlett Sr. was born November 19, 1944, in Stafford KS, to Val Gene and Jessie (Hathaway) Bartlett. We sadly lost David November 17, 2023.
David leaves behind his wife, Judy, son, David (Mary) Bartlett Jr, daughter, Angela (Jonathan) Wiest, step son, Shaun (Krystal) Fogg, brother, Bill (Bonnie) Bartlett, sisters, Diana (Bill) Barton, Pat (Marvin) Dunnigan, 7 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Janet Bartlett.
David was a proud veteran, serving in the Navy for many years. He served on the USS America, and was able to attend the Veterans Honor Flight to Washington D.C. last year.
In 1979, David moved back to Hutchinson where he stayed for the remainder of his life. He retired from Eaton after 27 years, giving him even more time to spend with his family. David loved the outdoors. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and loved camping with the kids- including primitive camping trips with the black powder gun club. He was also a Scout Master.
His family will cherish all of the grand memories with David-getting trinkets from his travels, like Kangaroos from Australia, or just being at home watching his Chiefs.
A funeral service will be held at Eastwood Church of Christ in Hutchinson, Kansas, Friday, November 24th at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to Moose Lodge 982 in care of Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home.