The son of Ralph and Marguerite Bartlett, Mike graduated from Eastern High School in 1963 and served in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment in the Vietnam War, earning numerous awards and merits, including the Bronze Star. He returned home to attend Michigan State University, graduating in 1973.
Mike was predeceased by his father, Ralph; his mother, Marguerite; his brother, Jeff; and his beloved German Shepherds, Sabre, Rocket, and Gretchen. He is survived by his high-school sweetheart and wife of 54 years, Linda; his son, Shane; and his grandsons, Wilson, Sebastian, and Hunter.
A memorial service for Mike will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 1:00 PM, with a one-hour prior memorial visitation from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 East Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912.
Now that he is pain-free, may he rest in peace.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.grlansing.com for the Bartlett family.
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