Michael Wayne Bartlett

Michael Wayne Bartlett, 59, of Sedalia, MO, passed away Monday, August 6, 2018 at his home. He was born on April 8, 1959 in Sedalia, the son of William Bartlett, who preceded him in death and Loraine (Pierce) Bartlett, who resides in Sedalia. On January 20, 1994, in Las Vegas, NV, he was united in marriage to Betty Dowler, who resides in the home.

Mike was a very hard working, self-employed carpenter for many years and took a lot of pride in his work. He enjoyed going to the lake, fishing, going to the casinos, and working at The Pork Place "smokin' butts and ribs" at the Missouri State Fairgrounds. He collected and traded sports cards and memorabilia. Mike loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his granddaughters. He was a people person and never met a stranger.

In addition to his wife Betty he is survived by a daughter, Lisa Rose and her husband Matthew of Charlotte, NC; a son, Derek Bartlett and his wife Joi of Kalispell, MT; two step daughters, Nicole Richardson and her husband Brandon of Columbia, MO and Leslie Martin and her husband Brett of Ashland, MO; four granddaughters, Maddie, Harper, Margaret, and Olivia; a brother, Steve Bartlett and wife Meg of Ashland, MO; a brother-in-law, David Lawson and his wife Pam of Sunrise Beach, MO.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 13, 2018 Rea Funeral Chapel with Chaplin Bill Douglas officiating,

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the chapel.

Burial will be at Crown Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society in care of Rea Funeral Chapel.

Arrangements are under the direction of Rea Funeral Chapel.