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Melanie C. Bartlett, 49, of Union City, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2013 at Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence in Battle Creek, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born October 12, 1964 in Battle Creek to Joel and Maybelle (Landfair) Bartlett.
She graduated from Union City High School with honors in 1982 and from Albion College in 1986 with a degree in Home Economics. She continued her education with a degree in Fashion and Textiles from Fashion Institution of Technology in New York City and earned her master's degree from Michigan State University. Melanie taught sewing as a teacher's assistant while at MSU and worked on and off for many years at InterVarsity's Cedar Campus in Cedarville, MI. She had also worked at Lord & Taylor, Jo-Ann Fabric and was a home companion and caregiver for several years. Melanie was an avid and talented crafter, enjoying knitting, crocheting, sewing and papercrafting. Most recently she enjoyed making blank homemade greeting cards for our nation's heroes deployed overseas to write home to their friends and loved ones for the organization, Operation Write Home.
Melanie is survived by her beloved cat, Butterscotch Sundae (Scottie), mother; Maybelle Landfair-Dulin of Coldwater, uncle; Charles Bartlett of Union City, sisters; Heather (Randy) Carter of Union City, Holly (John Blaskie) Bartlett of Union City, Janice (Jeremy)Gauss of Union City, brothers; Shane Hodge, D.O. of North Wilkesboro, NC, David (Samantha) Hodge of Wyoming, MI, step-mother, Callie Bartlett of Union City and seven nieces and nephews; Jordan (Janice) Green, Cody Carter, Daniel Blaskie, Julianna Blaskie, Makayla Gauss, Braedon Hodge and Graham Hodge. She was preceded in death by her father; Joel Bartlett, who passed away September 5, 2013.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at 12:00 Noon with one hour of visitation prior to the service at 11:00 a.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Union City with John Blaskie officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Union City. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Union City United Methodist Church with Pastor Andy Baek officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice of Battle Creek, Operation Write Home or the American Cancer Society.
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October 31, 2013
clara terry(hyder)
Melanie was there for everyone she a big heart .She One of three muskrett
her was call mouse she was so quite ,I'm glad she is in heaven.
October 25, 2013
Pattie Walter
Melanie was one of the girls in my Girl Scout Troop years ago. and I remember her as a sweet girl. When she grew up she remembered her Girl Scout days and always treated me as a friend. She was a good kid and a nice young woman who I am proud to have known and to have been involved in her life. My sympathy goes out to her family.
October 23, 2013
Liz Soderlund
I met Melanie briefly at Cedar Campus on Valentine's Day wknd about 8 yrs ago through a mutual friend. We had both been through the same chemo and radiation for breast cancer, it was a support group for both of us, she was a blessing to me. Prayers and comfort to her family.
October 23, 2013
Patti (Henline)partridge
I have many fond memories of Melanie at Cedar Campus and the fun times in Driftwood cabin. May God fill Melanie's family with his presence and peace
October 23, 2013
It was an honor to work alongside Melanie at Cedar Campus during the summer of 1989 (a pivotal summer for me in my life). I will pray for peace for your family, and rejoice in knowing the Hope into which Melanie now lives.
--Jim Huggins, Fenton, MI
October 22, 2013
Melanie was always so nice in school. My sympathy to her family. Jane Drerup Portage MI
October 22, 2013
Mary Belden
October 22, 2013
Mary Belden
I am so sorry for the family to have another loss so soon. Melanie lived in grace and she departed in grace. May you find some comfort knowing she Is with your dad now and Our heavenly father in her permanent home.
October 22, 2013
Penny Douphinett
I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed getting to know Melanie as a fellow paper crafter and she always had wonderful words to share with everyone.
October 21, 2013
Elaine Foster
I enjoyed getting to know Melanie at Cedar Campus! She was such a loyal, kind, steady, helper, and giver. May Our Loving Lord Jesus comfort all her family and friends as we say "good bye" for now. I am looking forward to seeing her in Heaven!
October 21, 2013
Bonnie Mort
Holly and Heather, I am so, so sorry to hear of Melanie's passing. You were such an amazing trio. I admire how close you were as sisters. I miss seeing you and chatting. One day I hope you two and Joan and and I can hook up, scrapbook and catch up on the past year. I know how hard it has been for you; first your Dad, and now Mel. Please know that I care, and that my thoughts are with you.
October 21, 2013
Catherine Thompson Floyd
I feel so empty inside, yet I feel comforted in knowing Melanie doesn't have to deal with any of this anymore-no more chemo, no more other health issues that plague her and made her uncomfortable. I feel a huge hole in my life once again, but yet happy that she can now be with her Dad and even with my sister, Annie. Even though Joel and Annie are just "new arrivals" there in Our God's world, I know they will escort Mel around and show her the ropes. Let's praise God for our memories and laugh when we think of Melanie's smiles and giggles and fight the feeling of being miserable. Holly and Heather, God's blessings on you..Julianna, hugs and blessings to you, and to Uncle Charlie, John and Daniel and Callie and all the Bartlett family. Love to you all, Catherine Thompson Floyd Melanie, Rest now. We love you.
October 21, 2013
Teri Schweikert
I am so sorry for your loss...I might not have known her but I went to school with Holly and go to church with Jordon and Janice greene..my thoughts and prayers are with the family, may the lord wrap his arms around you and hold you during this time and in the future.
October 21, 2013
Ken & Sally Thornton
You are all in my prayers. Melanie held a large part of my heart. We had so many visits, going to and from Coldwater to her doctor visits and chemo treatments. She was an incredible woman, who lived through what would crumble so many. Holly, Heather, Shane, David and Janice, you have my love.
October 21, 2013
Amy Oosterbaan
I am so sorry for your loss! The whole family is in our prayers.
October 21, 2013
Julie (Avery) Hostetler
Praying for your family. I have many memories of playing with Melanie as we lived just 2 doors down on Broadway. May God bring peace and strength to your family and may you find comfort in your memories!
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