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Marjorie Elaine "Marge" Bartholomew
1938 - 2015
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Marjorie Bartholomew Obituary
She was born at the home of her parents, the late Howard and Eula (Gregory) Buhlig, near Naples on April 8, 1938. She was a 1956 graduate of Bluffs High School and attended Western Illinois University.
She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Richard "Dick" Bartholomew; along with their four children, Tim (wife, Kellie) Bartholomew of Arenzville, Brad (wife, Alesha) Bartholomew of Stevenson Ranch, California, Ed (wife, Gail ) Bartholomew of Jacksonville and Jill (husband, Jason) Kitterman of Rock Island; 13 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; two nieces; and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Dale Buhlig (surviving wife, Janice of Bluffs).
Her professional career included managing the Bread of Love meal program in Arenzville from 1983 to 2008, for which she was recognized by the Illinois Secretary of State. Her interests and activities centered on Arenzville United Methodist Church, where she served as a member and officer in the United Methodist Women and the Night Circle.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2015, at Arenzville United Methodist Church with interment to follow at Arenzville East Cemetery. The family will meet friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday at Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville. Memorials may be made to Arenzville United Methodist Church or Arenzville Fire and Rescue. Condolences may be left online at www.buchanancody.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marjorie Bartholomew
July 31, 2015
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Wayne and Trudy Bridgewater & Family
Timothy DeWitt
July 30, 2015
To the Bartholomew Family;
We are so sorry for your loss We will keep your family in our prayers.
Tim and Jacki DeWitt
Gloria and Larry Hansen
July 29, 2015
We are sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Prather
July 29, 2015
To Ed,Gail and Bartholomew family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Pat Fluckey Taylor
July 28, 2015
To the Bartholomew Family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless.
Richard Hayes
July 28, 2015
Dick. I am sorry for your loss.
Michelle Dearing
July 27, 2015
I have so many memories that include this lovely lady, from singing silly songs to traveling to Rainbow events. Sending you love and hugs and the reminder that love never ends.
Kendra Golwitzer
July 27, 2015
To the Bartholomew Family,
Marjorie was an awesome lady, full of smiles and laughter. She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for all of you during this time. Just remember, Marjorie is watching over you and smiling. Love to you all
Pastor Randy Azbell
July 27, 2015
To Jill, Tim and family, know that the church is deeply saddened by the loss of your mother. She was an exceptional woman of God and one of greatest prayer warriors. She will be missed.
Pastor Randy & Julie
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