Douglas L. Bartrem
Age 82, of Lansing, MI, passed away September 17, 2018. He was born August 23, 1936, in Lansing, to Harvey and Ruby (Thomas) Bartrem. He graduated from Lansing Eastern High School and serving in the Army National Guard.
Douglas worked as a press operator for Franklin DeKline Company in Lansing while he was in school, and continued there after graduation. Next, he worked as press operator at Speaker Hines & Thomas, Inc., becoming a salesman. Douglas served as vice president and partner at CPI Graphics, Inc. and Colonial Press, Inc. He was past president and life member of Michigan Bow Hunters, past president of Lansing Club of Printing House Craftsmen, President of Jamaica Bay Men’s Golf League in Ft. Myers, FL and a member of the Grand Ledge Country Club.
Douglas had received several awards, including: Michigan Bow Hunter of the Year, Boy Scouts of America Silver Beaver, Michigan Bow Hunter’s Hall of Fame, Lansing Eastern High School Athletic Hall of Fame, MSU Spartan Fund (Honorary Coach), MSU President’s Club and MSU Beaumont Tower Society. Douglas’s involvement with Boy Scouts of America included: National Jamboree Scoutmaster, Wood Badge Scoutmaster (twice), Past Scoutmaster Troop 304, Past District Chairman, Past Council Training Chairman and Past Council Commissioner.
Surviving are: his wife of 60 years, Mary; sons, Mark Bartrem and William (Maria) Bartrem; granddaughters, Jessica (Joshua) Sprigg and Christine Bartrem; great-grandson, Ian Cole Sprigg; sisters-in-law, Helen Kubesh and Eleanor Isola; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Duane Bartrem and sister-in-law, Frances Bartrem
Date change from the Lansing State Journal edition: A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 20, 2018, at the Grand Ledge Country Club, 5811 E. St. Joe Hwy., Grand Ledge, MI 48837. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sparrow Hospice Services or to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be left for his family at www.EstesLeadley.com.
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Sue Quinn
September 17, 2018 at 10:18 pmWe weren’t so close these days but I have memories. All of us piled into that boat because a storm was coming. We got pulled over on the water and got a ticket? If my memory serves me well. Driving up to Traverse City in a blizzard. All of us kids Playing battling Tops with you and my dad. You’ve gone home Uncle Doug. We will see you again. Much love. Sue.
Debi Romeo
September 18, 2018 at 4:03 pmOur thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Love,
Geraldine Sallie
Sam & Debi Romeo
Love You Mary, Corky and Jim
September 18, 2018 at 6:40 pmOur Love and thoughts are with you Mary, your sons Mark and Bill your granddaughters Jessica (Josh) and Christine, and the little guy Ian. Doug was a wonderful friend, We had many great times, the four of us. We did some crazy things together. Doug is in a better place.
Peggy Allen
September 19, 2018 at 7:47 amWhen we moved in to our home 21 years ago, not knowing anyone in the area, you and Doug welcomed us to the neighborhood. We always knew who to call if we needed anything, or just wanted to hang out and chat. You two became part of our family. We will miss seeing Doug’s smiling face, but have so many happy memories to hold close to our hearts. Mary, we are here for you…..always. With all our love ~ Peggy, Mark, Maddie, & David Allen
Sharon Walenga-Maynard
September 19, 2018 at 8:15 amI met Doug 30+ years ago when he worked for Speaker HInes and Thomas! He was wonderful to do business with and taught me a lot about the industry that he loved! What a wonderful man and an incredible Spartan fan! Peace and hugs to Mary and the family.
Dean Peters
September 20, 2018 at 9:07 amIt was scouting that brought Doug and I together. Working with him on many woodbadge courses, commissioner service and council board are treasured memories. Mary, it’s our prayer that Gods grace will be sufficient for you and your family in this time of grief. Dean & Carleen Peters
Josie and Tony Benedetti
September 21, 2018 at 5:42 pmSo sorry for your loss. He was a very special person. We’re going to miss seeing him In Jamaica Bay. Our deepest sympathy to Mary and all the family. RIP (teddy bear).