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Daniel Bartko Obituary
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 11:00 am at Center United Methodist Church with Rev. Cecil Donahue officiating. Interment will follow in the Center United Methodist Church cemetery. Family visitation will be held on Tuesday night from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Hanes Lineberry North Elm Chapel.
Mr. Bartko was born in Robbinsville, NJ to the late John and Emily Staviski Bartko. He was a graduate of Hamline University in ST. Paul, MN and received his Master's degree in Math from University of Illinois. He was a World War II Veteran having served in the Army, stationed in Germany from January 1945 to July 1945.
He taught at Sheldon High School in Illinois; Sumner School in Greensboro and at Guilford Technical community College (GTCC) Technical Math in the Aviation Program.
He was an avid gardener and active musician.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Edith Moton Bartko; brother, George Bartko; and sister, Pauline Bartko. Mr. Bartko is survived by his son, Stephen Reiley and wife Jacqueline; granddaughter Ashley Reiley all of Greensboro; brother, Joseph Bartko of Traverse City, MI.
The family requests contributions be made to Center United Methodist Church, 6142 Lake Brandt Road, Greensboro, NC 27455 in memory of Daniel Bartko.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jeanette Lookadoo
September 8, 2015
Condolences to the Bartko family on the passing of Danny. I am so glad we visited with him last summer. We had a wonderful visit and he had been helpful with information about our family tree. His father and my grandfather were brothers and both families lived by one another in Robbinsville, NJ. He lived a good life and will be missed. Jeanette and John Lookadoo
September 7, 2015
The Bartko family has lost someone very special. I've always remembered our first visit and I'll always be remembering our last. Good-bye, Uncle Dan. Love, Lynne.
William G. Schultz
September 7, 2015
To Uncle Dan's family and friends,
Our family group is pretty far removed, living out in California (sister Irene's son, originally from Trenton). Uncle Joe (Butch) called with the sad news.
It was wonderful that so many former students shared their memories and posted photos. Looking at his school pics, you could see he was having fun every day, and sharing it with all - the secret of being a great teacher.
To me, Uncle Dan was very quiet and unassuming, but his strength shined through. He endured much back in WWII but came back strong and loving to his family and friends.
Will miss you, Sir!
With best wishes-
Grundy McCall
August 30, 2015
I was very sorry I could not be at Mr.Bartko's service, but he was always a wonderful example of how one should lead one's life.I always admired for his faith, willingness to work, and how he kept going strong even as the years passes by. He will truly be missed but what a wonderful example he left us.
Sarah Bartko
August 27, 2015
Peace be with family, now he is in Heaven visiting family that passed before him. : ) Sarah Bartko, From Alaska. Daughter of Ted Bartko, granddaughter of Dr. Harold Bartko, Daniel's brother. <3
Chariessa Bartko- Leir
August 27, 2015
I want to send thoughts and prayers from his Alaskan family, he was my great uncle... My dad informed me this morning...sending love from all of us....
August 26, 2015
The Society of the 5th Infantry Division extends its sincere condolence to you family in the loss of your father and grandfather. We will miss him at our Pittsburg reunion.
Sincerely
Ron Van Beek
National Chaplain
5th Infantry Division
Paula Bergstrom
August 25, 2015
He was my science teacher for all 4 grades of high school - earth science, biology (my favorite), chemistry and physics. A great teacher!
August 25, 2015
Mr.Bartko was an inspiring teacher.I remember our night "classes" of learning the names of the constellations and stars.Few students can say they had the best teachers that really cared and loved to share their knowledge with their students as we did.
Terry Marshall Mabbitt (Sheldon)
August 25, 2015
i remember your step father as a good teacher and person. he will be missed a lot and he will be your guardian angel from now on. i lost my parents in 20122 6 months and ten days apart. (ernie and ada glasgow). my daughter kassandra and i end our prayer to you and your family. god bless
Cindy Eagle
August 25, 2015
Mr. Bartko was a wonderful teacher who hoped that his students enjoyed learning as much as he enjoyed teaching.
Many fond memories are recalled of better times spent with Dan, Edith and Steve who lived next door to us in
Sheldon.
A favorite memory is one particular Christmas when Santa delivered a radio tuned into air traffic who spotted "reindeer tracks" and "Santa sightings" throughout the Midwest.
May cherished memories be of comfort to you during this difficult time.
Steve Cruse
August 25, 2015
Remember him well. He taught me Chemistry and Physics class of 1970 SHS
Pamela Obenland Carlson
August 25, 2015
Remember him well was my biology teacher at Sheldon high school..... oh the memories I have of that class and him... Takes me way back in time
Crys and Wayne Trotter (Mabbitt)
August 25, 2015
Steve and family-
Mr. Bartko taught me and plus your Mother taught me at Sheldon! I am sure it's been difficult to let them both go. I am trying to forward this to your Sheldon neighbor Cindy Eagle. Sending sympathy and prayers
Don and Kim Rabe
August 25, 2015
What a fabulous man and teacher he was at SHS! He was awe-inspiring to so many and whether you liked science or biology, you did learn! His patience was never-ending ... he was truly a dedicated professional! Hugs and prayers to his family.
Dan & Denver
Mark Matthews
August 25, 2015
I can imagine the conversations between Dan & Denver and all the catching up they have to do.
May you and the family be held in HIS arms in this time of loss.
Mark & Susan
Vicky V
August 25, 2015
Uncle Dan - you were the shining light throughout the course of my entire lifetime. Your wisdom, love and guidance will always keep me on course. Thank you for always being there - you will always be my favorite Uncle. I will miss you so very, very much. Condolences and prayers to Stephen, Jacqueline, Marion & family.
Cecil Donahue
August 24, 2015
It is with deep sadness that we had to say good bye to Dan this weekend! He was such a great man. Generous in his giving to others and to the church. Just two weeks ago he read the scripture for worship! He was a very real support to Miriam, and to all those around him. I know that he is resting in the arms of the God he loved and that loved him! I pray the Holy Spirit will comfort us who remain on this earth for now. Cecil Donahue
Ron Smith
August 24, 2015
Ron & Joyce Smith. We Will Miss MR. Dan!
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