Dale Robert Bartholomew

A great man lived by many.

I am very saddened to hear of Dale's passing. Though my relationship with Dale consisted mostly of business (he did guitar finishing for my shop for a number of years) our association was long enough that we became friends around that business. Always a gentleman, a family man, and a good craftsman. My condolences to his family.

Dale did lacquer finishing for me for at least thirty years. Because he was at the time a C.F. Martin employee, I felt privileged to have the benefit of his experience and expertise. I also enjoyed Dale personally, always friendly and generous in sharing so many stories of his work at Martin in the early years. I have several of my instruments that I have kept that he finished for me and treasure them as he did the work on them. I saw Dale about a year ago when I stopped by and sat and...

I saw Dale a couple of times over the last ten years , usually about guitar refinishing issues . He was always the nicest guy, and a well of knowledge about the work that he loved . May he rest in Eternal Peace !

Marie,Katie, and Family Our sincerest condolences. I remember when we would car pool to dance classes at Miss Jeanne's. Always a great man. He thought the world of his family. He is at peace now with your mom. Marie, Katie and Family Our sincerest condolences. I remember when your dad wo uld car pool taking you girls to dance lessons at Miss Jeanne's. He was a great man. He thought the world of his family. He is at peace now with your mom. May you rest in peace Dale.

Katie and family, Sorry to hear about your father's passing. He's at peace now with your mother.

Rest in Peace dear classmate.

Dale, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Rest in peace chief!