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Curtis Bartlett Obituary
Bartlett was born Aug. 17, 1984, in Danville, Ky., to William Samuel Bartlett Jr. and Velinda Margaret Jalo Bartlett.
In addition to his parents, Sam and Linda Bartlett of Galax, Va., he is survived by his paternal grandparents, Bill and Nell Bartlett of Galax, Va.; maternal grandparents, Jack and Claudia Jalo of Galax, Va.; sisters and brother-in-law, Bethany and George Lakomy of Bolton, Mass., Faith Bartlett of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Victoria Bartlett of Galax, Va.; brother, Caleb Bartlett of Galax, Va.; nieces, Emma Lakomy and Carter Claire Lakomy; girlfriend, Aimee van Dartel; and Tyco, his beloved service dog.
Curtis served in the Army during the Iraq war, had several tours as part of an emergency response team at the U.S. Embassy in Bagdad as a private contractor and more recently came back home to serve as a deputy for the Carroll County Sheriff's Department.
He was also an elite athlete serving as a Brand Ambassador for RSP Nutrition.
Curtis impacted lives locally and around the world with thousands of followers on social media who watched his almost daily videos on physical training, tactical gear and sometimes just his outrageously funny adventures. Many of his posts attracted several million views.
Curtis loved his family and friends and never met a stranger. He loved music and played professionally as a drummer before entering the military.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, March 15, 2017, at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Sam Bartlett and Todd Shaw officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. at First Baptist.
The Bartlett family is grateful for the love and support of their church family, the community, their law enforcement family and the family at RSP Nutrition.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Curtis can be made to First Baptist Church or to Police Fitness.
Curtis believed that health, strength and fitness were vital to his duties as a law enforcement officer, and his mission was to take this message around the world.
The purpose of Police Fitness will be to honor Curtis' legacy by providing training, education and supplementation to police officers through a series of initiatives in Curtis' honor. Donations to Police Fitness can be made via check to Police Fitness and mailed to 1024 E Stuart Drive, Galax, Va. 24333 or made online at www.rspnutrition.com/policefitness.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Curtis Bartlett
Russell Potter
May 30, 2017
I am so sad for the loss of Curtis and also sad for the recent loss of his girlfriend, Aimee Van Dartel. Two wonderful people the world will miss.
Jennifer Shaw
May 4, 2017
There is no one on this earth and never will be anyone like Curtis. I knew him for almost 10 years and he touched the lives of everyone he met. He never met a stranger and you never saw him without a smile on his face. We have all suffered a great loss with his passing but will cherish every moment, memory, smile and laugh we shared.
Jason Holland
April 30, 2017
Curtis has been and forever will be an inspiration to me. His work out videos and overall attitude made working out more fun while learning new techniques. He is one of those angels walking the earth, touching lives and making all around him better. My deepest condolences and prayers to his family, friends and all those lives like mine he touched. He will be forever missed but his memory and hard work will live on forever.
Matt Croxfrod
April 27, 2017
I had the Honor to serve with Curtis in Iraq. He was a friend, A brother and one amazing person. We kept in touch over the years and now there is a hole in my heart. My Thoughts and prayers are with the Family at this hard time. Rest easy Curtis, We will take it from here brother.
Darlene Martin
March 22, 2017
A true hero has left earth. Your family have so much to be proud of. My prayers to family,co workers and friends. Go rest high on that mountain.
Chris Puckett
March 17, 2017
There is not a word to explain or to convey the feelings I have for the family. My deepest sympathies to the parents and the family. I will say that if given the choice you choose the pain; I assure you this much you are not alone. We all feel the pain maybe not on the level as a parent, but as a friend in a very unique brotherhood that many will never know. I know Cutis from the BLET class he attended in Statesville, NC. Upon graduation he brought some steaks he was so proud of and rightfully so! I still feel those where the best I have had, and can still recall the conversation we had about how his father has a cow farm. You could see the pride in his eyes from you guys and I see it in my mind as if it was just yesterday. No one will ever "get over it" but we ALL will learn to live in a world with one less hero. Curtis was just that and in MANY ways!
Zack Kyle
March 17, 2017
Sam and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Curtis was always such a pleasant person, and many nights after football games we would wake up to food cooking in our kitchen and it was Curtis behind the stove.
My God continue to bless and keep you.
Annie Wall
March 16, 2017
So sorry to hear of the löss öf Curtis. never met or knew him, but I have always had a respect for our police officers. My prayers are with all the family and close ones to him. Rest in peace.
Debbie Swain
March 16, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss as I went to school with Sam but never met Curtis, from what I hear he was an awesome, fun loving person that I would of like to have known. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers always.
Fiona and Sean
March 16, 2017
We were so fortunate to spend time with Curtis on his visit to Australia, such a kind, fun person. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
julia dudley
March 15, 2017
julia dudley. we are so sorry about the loss. he was a good person. we like to have curtis in lexington va
Robert Scales
March 15, 2017
To the entire Bartlett family, I'm so sorry for your loss. On Friday night my roommate told me that Curtis had been in a crash. When I checked out his Facebook page I could not believe all of the posts that he had past. Curtis was an amazing person, so much energy & full of life. His crazy workout routines & amazing strength motivated a lot of people in & out of the fitness community. I'm a NPC nationally qualified bodybuilder & used several of Curtis's crazy workout ideas to improve my workouts. We communicated several times about some of his posts on Facebook & Instagram, whether in the gym or @ a playground he could always come up with some kind of workout routine. Both of us also shared a love for the breed Belgium Malinois, he had Triger & now Tyco, I also have 2, Kino & Keila, he had great advise for training & what breeders/trainers were good. One of the first on line posts I saw from Curtis was a clip of him doing pull ups with the assistance of a younger guy with a taser gun aimed @ his butt, all in good fun. Mom playing trumpet back up to the Star Spangle Baner of the 4th of July, to funny!
My heart goes out to your entire family for this tragic loss...rest in peace Curtis, you will truly be missed but not forgotten!
Bobby F. Scales
[email protected]
Peter& Nancy McNulty
March 15, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss and will be keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jose Brown
March 15, 2017
To the Bartlett Family,
During your bereavement, I wish to express my deepest sympathy and extend condolences to each of you.
I also want to take this moment to pay tribute to Deputy Bartlett (Curtis), for the ultimate sacrifice and service, that he has given to our nation as well as his community.
As a peace/police officer he gave his life that other's may live without fear.
Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers and will be remembered, in the days, weeks and months to come.
Trust God and lean on him during this hour because he cares for each of you.
Dea. Jose A. Brown
Ret-USSS/UDW/PPD
Williams family
March 15, 2017
Prayers for the family
Deputy Tompkins and Sgt. Szelc Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office
March 15, 2017
Keeping the family in our Thoughts and prayers for a brother.
Stoneman Family
March 15, 2017
Our heartfelt prayers for peace for the family. Knowing that God our Father & our blessed savior, Jesus, now have Curtis in their arms. What joy to know that this life isn't the end. Thank you Curtis for your service. You'll be missed down here.
Revonne Combs
March 15, 2017
You was a very sweet and polite officer and always had a beautiful heart and smile.Everyonè is gonna miss you so much!!!!God must have needed you more ,The Angels came and took your hand and lead you to the promised Land. R.I.P .
March 15, 2017
Thinking of the family may god bless from the wright family.
Bedsaul family
March 15, 2017
Praying for comfort and peace for the Bartlett family.
Cedric Jones
March 15, 2017
May God Wrap his arms around the Bartlett Family in this Troubling time.
Libby Bowman
March 14, 2017
Though I do not know your family personally, I feel your pain as my son died 5 years ago of diabetic complications. Once the shock is over and you go through the grief process, memories will get you through along with the loving arms of God. There will always be a hole in your heart, your life won't be the same, but you will learn to live with it. May God give you peace!
David & Neina Causey
March 14, 2017
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Jeanne and Mike Webb
March 14, 2017
Bartlett Family,
We are very sorry for your loss of your dear loved one. While we had never met, he was a wonderful person for the community and schools. We thank him for his service to our community and others he touched. May God comfort you all during this time and cherish you precious memories.
Love, Mike and Jeanne Webb
Debra Felts
March 14, 2017
may the Lord JESUS bring comfort to each and everyone of you in this time of sorrow. I can only imagine the pride you have in your hearts for the incredible young man that he was. You are in our prayers & thoughts. To YOU CURTIS thank you!!!
Mikayla Smith
March 14, 2017
Curtis, you are an amazing man who not only motivated me and inspired me but you helped many others reach their goals. I am still in disbelief you are no longer with us. Know that I will never forget you and all that you did. I am keeping your family, friends, and department in my thoughts. Rest Easy brother.
Daisy&Kenny&Newman Newman
March 14, 2017
Our love and prayers and thoughts are with the family and tyco and sheriff's department so sorry for y'all's loss he was such an amazing person full of life and potential and still is thought about everyone first and put his self last and for that we are very great full and always will be he will be extremely loved and missed Thank you for your service serving our country and our community in Carroll County Thanks to all Fire Police Rescue for what they do we love and miss you Daisy Kenny Faith Newman
Greg & Deanna Alger
March 14, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to the family during your time of loss.
Scott Rafaelsen
March 14, 2017
News hit me hard! I'll never forget the great times Curtis, Rob and I had serving overseas. Guys like Curtis made the ugly times better for all who were around him. So fortunate to have met and served with him. So terribly sorry for the loss!
Lori Pinter
March 14, 2017
I worked in Baghdad and was stationed at the same base as Curtis, an amazing man that many of us were incredibly fortunate to have known. What made Curtis such a great person was his ability to make anyone he met feel special and appreciated. His smile and laughter was infectious and you could not be anything but upbeat when in his company. Curtis' passion for physical fitness was bar none and those of us who had a chance to work out with him or have him train us was in for an unforgettable session, mostly because we just prayed that it would end and that we would be able to walk afterwards. He held us accountable and I can tell you from personal experience that his approval meant the world to us; he made you a better version of yourself. He was genuine, not only as a mentor but as a person and a friend. Curtis was true inspiration that few people ever really get a glimpse of in a lifetime, but are incredibly blessed if given the opportunity. Heaven has gained an angel and the world has lost an amazing individual. God speed, prayers of comfort to your loved ones, rest easy my friend, until we meet again.
Shannon Hawks
March 14, 2017
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God bless and comfort each of you.
Ray Jacobs
March 14, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Bartlett family.
Crystal Hiatt
March 14, 2017
Curtis was a shining light in so many people's lives, and his legacy will live on through his amazing works.
Anita Burcham
March 14, 2017
My thoughts and prayers goes out to the family and friends. I'm so sorry for your loss. May god be with you and in your hearts to comfort you in your time of need, may he bless each and every one of you.
Susan Lane
March 14, 2017
Such a tragic loss. He will be forever young and strong in heaven. We will honor him with our workouts.
Gerald & Kathy Cox
March 14, 2017
Prayers and sympathy for the entire Bartlett family.
Mitch and Tammy Williams
March 14, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Curtis will be missd by all! May God bless and comfort your entire family.
Judie Gauvreau
March 14, 2017
Sam, Linda, Victoria, Caleb, and all the family, my prayers are unending for you to find peace and comfort. Jesus promised "Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted"!
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, brother, uncle, & grandson. I have read so many wonderful things about him, and I know he will be greatly missed by his family, friends and community.
Love and prayers!
Juanita Thomas
March 14, 2017
So very sorry for the loss of your son he was a very nice young man heis the Angel looking down Opana everyone ...
Teresa Dunivan
March 14, 2017
Thoughts & Prayers
Donald & Rose Marshall & Family
March 14, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Curtis was an amazing and kind gentleman and always helping others. Curtis will always be in our hearts, gone but will never be forgotten. :Blessed are the peacemakers:for they shall be called the children of God"
G Steele
March 14, 2017
Deepest sympathies for his family, I will miss who he was, what he stood for and well, everything about him..
Lorrie Wilmouth-Palmer
March 14, 2017
The loss of this young man is a great tragedy not only for his dear family but for the community and might I add also to this world, he had so many talents and gifts to share, and he did so freely, he meant so much to so many young and old, May God Bless You And Comfort You Just Knowing How Much Your Son Was And Still Is Loved,, Rest In Peace Now Officer Bartlett your work on earth is done..
Anna & Tim Burns
March 14, 2017
Beth, Faith, Caleb, Victoria, Sam, Linda and Aimee - I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that you can find peace and strength in knowing that Curtis has touched so many in his short life here on earth. Take comfort in those precious memories and know that you will join him again in everlasting life - until then he will be with you every step of the way. May God bless and keep your family. Sincerely, Anna & Tim Burns
Jennifer Harmon
March 13, 2017
Your family in my thought and prayers! Curtis will be missed very much at Oakland school by staff and by the kids. Curtis always had a smile on his face no matter what. May God be with the family!
Bobby& Shirley Byrd
March 13, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family .And with his police family and all his many friends.
ANNETTE Cox
March 13, 2017
Praying for your families strength and comfort during this time and for the days ahead. God bless you all.
Harrison Family
March 13, 2017
We are praying for you daily. Praying for God's Peace and Comfort daily as only He can provide.
Love,
Ty, Kim, Joye, Elizabeth and Lydia
Nancy Wooten
March 13, 2017
So very sorry for the loss of your precious Son Curtis. I pray God holds your family closely in His loving arms and gives you all the strength you all need.
Jessica Crisp
March 13, 2017
So sorry to hear of your loss! I pray God gives you all comfort and peace through this difficult time! I
Kevin Helm
March 13, 2017
I was the Regional Security Officer that oversaw the Emergency Response Teams in Iraq during Curtis' last year there in 2016. As his supervisor, he was an inspiration to me and a credit to our security forces there. He kept messing with me to work out with him and I finally did. I thought I was in good shape until I started working out with him and he was certainly something to behold. Yet, he had this engaging personality that made it enjoyable to spend time with him. We developed a great relationship and I looked forward to seeing him several times each week during our workouts. When I received the news of his passing, it bothered me to my core to know that such an inspirational individual has departed from us. In a truly positive way, he affected all of us in Iraq and I will miss him, yet I'm sure I'll see him again someday. Last, I pray for healing for his family and friends because, if it's like anything I experienced in my year of knowing him, I can only imagine the effect he's had on those with whom he's had long-term relationships.
Buffie, Ray and Bailey
March 13, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss and will be keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Billy & Millie Melendez
March 13, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to Faith and her family for their loss. You are in our prayers.
Matt, Nicole, & Evelyn Schickling
March 13, 2017
We're so very sorry for your loss, and know from the stories from his Uncle Jerrold that Curtis will be deeply missed.
Gerry Audette
March 13, 2017
To my co-worker Jerrold Bennett, as well as family and friends of Curtis, please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Prayers for all of you.
Sara Hanks
March 13, 2017
I will always remember his smile and the laughter he brought to school and especially in band at GHS! He always made you smile. He was a friend to everyone. Thoughts and prayers to all the family!
Quilvio Tio
March 13, 2017
Never met you Curtis but your Uncle Jerrold Bennett spoke highly of you. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Bartlett Family.
From the Tio Family
Jerri Lynn Crain
March 13, 2017
Thoughts & Prayers for your family. RIP
Teresa Holliday
March 13, 2017
Thank you for your service. Rest in peace
Tammy Mabry
March 13, 2017
May God Bless You and Have Mercy On You...Praying for all of you that you find some comfort in all the wonderful memories that he has left you with..Curtis Bartlett Thank You For Your Service !
Jennifer Bierlein
March 13, 2017
Rest in Peace my sweet friend. You will be forever missed. Praying for his family & community during this time. XOXO
Daniel Sexton
March 13, 2017
Curtis was a great person to be around. He will be truly missed and his memory will live on forever. RIP Curtis!
Samantha, Peyton, Andrew Jones
March 12, 2017
Prayers for your family at this time. May God bless, and be with you at all times. ❤ Curtis was an amazing person; always spoken when we had seen him in town. He sure was one remarkable person, I enjoyed following him on his police fitness page. Prayers and love for you all.
Chad Lightner
March 12, 2017
Rest In Peace brother, we will take it from here. Thank you for your service to this great County and community.
From all of us at the Highland County Sheriff's Office we Salute You.
Ben Ferguson
March 12, 2017
Prayers to the Bartlett family. May God be with you and comfort you
matthew laraviere
March 13, 2017
Our prayers are with the Bartlett family. May God keep and hold you during this time.
Kayla,Rodney, Kylee Christman
March 12, 2017
Curtis made such an impact on the kids he worked with. Will miss his smiling face at Hillsville Elementary School. RIP. Prayers for the family and your brothers and sisters in blue.
Timmy and angie Melton
March 12, 2017
So sorry for your lose. Your family is in our prayers
Jamie Nadeau-Bowman
March 12, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He will be dearly missed by everyone. He worked at my kids school, my son would come home to tell he he was going to be like Mr Bartlett the police man. Gone but not forgotten
The Bowman Family,
Michael, Jamie, Katherine, Joe and Clay
Virginia Taylor
March 12, 2017
May the Lord's peace surround your family
Faithful listener to your Sunday morning service
Carmen and Quentin Blevins
March 12, 2017
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you from our wonderful community.
Angela & Brandon Jones
March 12, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Curtis was an amazing young man. He touched alot of people's lives. May God give your family comfort in your times of need.
Charlotte Alderman Stanley
March 12, 2017
My deepest sympathy to each of all the family and friends. You all have been on my mind since I heard the news.May the Lord be with you all during this time and all the days ahead. you all are in my prayers..
Judy Hash
March 12, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss.my thoughts and prayers are with the family.i heard alot about hi. That he was a wonderful person God be with this family.
Amy Cooper
March 12, 2017
My deepest symptoms are with the Bartlett family, Curtis was a wonderful man and a positive influence to the community through both his personal and professional life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Jim and Dianne Marshall
March 12, 2017
May God sustain and comfort each of you during this extremely difficult time and in the days ahead.
You will be in our prayers.
Mike and Christie Steinsberger
March 12, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Bartlett family. Curtis was a wonderful man and a joy to be around. He will be dearly missed.
Renee Clatterbuck
March 12, 2017
Sam, Linda, and family
Our deepest sympathy to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Renee, Chuck, & Brody Clatterbuck
Geneva Anderson
March 12, 2017
Sam & Velinda to you the parents of Curtis I know you had to have been so proud of him in setting goals and accomplishing them one by one. I was very impressed reading about his life & accomplishments in such a short period of time. I know life will never be the same again without him, but he has definitely touched a lot of lives in this community & abroad. God bless you all and my prayer will be for comfort and peace. I'm praying for the rest of the family as well for strength & courage to carry on. Love to you all.
Lorene Anderson
March 12, 2017
Sam and family
Our deepest sympathies to you at this most difficult time. Prayers going up. May the Lord wrap his arms around you and keep you there. You are loved my friend.
Lorene, Loretta, and Amanda
Daniel Sexton
March 12, 2017
Curtis was a amazing person! He always knew how to make anyone have a good day and make someone smile. He will be missed by everyone.
Mac and Susan Higgins
March 12, 2017
Words cannot express the sadness that we feel for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Frances Ferguson
March 12, 2017
To the Bartlett family you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap you all in his loving arms of comfort during this time and the days to come.
BOWIE &DORIS COMBS
March 12, 2017
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD HOLD YOU IN THE PALM OF HIS HAND. YOU WILL SEE YOUR FINE SON ONE DAY & WON'T BE LONG.
Shannon Funk
March 12, 2017
Thoughts and prayers. Heaven gained angel. May God comfort your family with the peace that passes all understanding.
We love you! Alan, Shannon and Elijah Funk
March 12, 2017
Sam, Linda & Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. God Bless you.
Mark & Sandy Alderman, Wytheville, Virginia
Anthony Macias
March 12, 2017
You will be sorely missed! You were an inspiration to thousands, including me. You are forever in my thoughts and prayers.
March 12, 2017
Rev. and Mrs. Bartlett and family,
Words cannot express the sadness that we feel for your loss. We are praying for your family. We hope you find comfort in knowing that you will see Curtis again one day.
The Turman Family
Barry, Karla, Nikki, Grace, and Joey
Sallie Marshall
March 12, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. GOD bless each of you. Praying for your family
Nita & JD Sexton
March 12, 2017
We are sorry for your loss, all of you, your family, the CCSD, are in our prayers. May the Lord comfort you in the days ahead.
Jill Sharpe
March 12, 2017
God gained a great man. All of my children knew him from elementary school. I knew him from Kevin Kemp and seeing him at Pizza Perfect eating salads with no dressing. Always a smile on his face and always time to speak to us. The world lost a superhero. Prayers and love.
Jeanette Marshall Lemons
March 12, 2017
Sam & family, Praying for you all during this time of the loss your precious son and days ahead.
Jeanette Cummings
March 12, 2017
I want you to know that my heart breaks for the family. I have been praying, and will continue to pray, that God will comfort your hearts with great memories of your special son.
Jeanette Cummings (1975 graduate of Galax High School)
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