Fred A. Bartel, Jr., age 87 of Albion passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023 in Jackson under the loving care of Hospice and his family. He was born November 13, 1935 in Albion, MI the son of Fred A. Bartel, Sr. and Elisabeth (Bartsch) Bartel and they preceded him in death. Fred was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marian VanSchoick on February of 2009 and daughter, Debra Miller.
Fred was a family man who loved family get-togethers and watching his grandkids play sports. He also loved weekend breakfasts with the breakfast group. He was a farmer and also a pattern maker by trade working in several different machining shops in the area.
Fred leaves to cherish his memory son Dennis (Pattie) Bartel, daughter, Kathy Browning, son-in-law, Bob Miller, sister Rosemary Chapman, brother-in-law, Kenny VanSchoick, 22 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren (with 1 on the way) and 2 great-great grandchildren (with 2 on the way).
Fred’s family will receive visitors at J. Kevin Tidd funeral Home, 811 Finley Dr., Albion on Monday, November 13, 2023 from 5-8PM (Fred’s birthday). Services will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at St Paul Lutheran Church, 100 Luther Blvd., Albion with visitation from 10AM until the time of service at 11AM with Pastor Paul Koehn officiating. He will be laid to rest in Riverside Cemetery next to his late wife, Marian.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Springport Sports Boosters or to a charity of your choice.
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