Went to heaven on September 5, 2021. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years Linda.

Further survived by his mother Joy Bartell, brothers Randy (Cindy) Bartell, and Gregg.   His mother-in-law Elaine Forster, sisters-in law, Joyce (Peter) Wingers, Carol Marten and Colleen Romain. He greatly loved his nieces and nephews; Nicole Wingers (Matt Kopp), Samantha Wingers (Chris Blue), Megan Evans, Evan Evans, Ashlea (Kevin) Wleklinski, Tim (Cassondra) Woodley, Katie (Cal) Lautenbach, Michael Woodley and Kegan Bartell. As well as his great nieces and nephews; Audrey, Orson and Indy Blue and Grace Lautenbach. In addition to aunts, uncles, cousins and too many friends to count.  He worked at T&D Machinery in Butler.

He lived life to the fullest and enjoyed his motorcycles.  He was loved by all and will be missed.

His wishes were to be cremated.  There will be a memorial at Schmidt & Bartelt, 10121 W North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI on Thursday September 16, 2021 with visitation from 4-6pm with memorial service to follow.