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John Bartolotta Obituary
John Anthony (Tony) Bartolotta, age 58, beloved husband, father, and grandfather GG was called to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on March 9, 2016. He was born on April 18, 1957 in Burbank, CA to Giovanni (John) and Maria (Mary) Bartolotta.
Tony is survived by his wife of 27 years, Patricia Bartolotta; son, Keith (Cindy) Paulus; daughters, Tracy (Matthew) Fawver, Tiffany (Edwin) Quintana, Talia (Andrew) Houser; grandchildren, Tyler, Shayla, Lilliana, Ryley, Garrett, Elizabeth, Greyson, Kinsley, Oliver; and sister, Linda Bothwell; and niece Blair O'Neill.
Tony was raised in Orange County California and spent much of his childhood at the beach. In his early twenties he attended Arizona Automotive Institute and then relocated to Albuquerque to be closer to his parents. Here he met his wife, Tricia in 1986. Here he also began his long career in Real Estate. He was a true champion and leader in this field, becoming a founding member of Superior Mortgage Services in 1994 and RE/MAX Alliance Realtors in 1998 where he served as owner/broker until his death.
Tony loved spending time with his family and friends, working in his yard, grilling, playing golf, traveling the world, and swimming in the Sea of Cortez with his grandchildren. He loved the beauty of God's creation - taking much joy in the mountains, oceans, and sunsets with those he loved. He will be greatly missed. According to God's grace in Jesus, we look forward to seeing him again in the New Heavens and the New Earth. We love you Giovanni Antonio Bartolotta.
Services will be held Monday, March 21, 2016, 10:00 a.m. at Desert Springs Church, 705 Osuna Rd, Albuquerque, NM 87113. Please visit our online guest book for Tony at www.FrenchFunerals.com.
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Dan McNamara
March 7, 2024
We lived next door. Tony was a great neighbor and wonderful family man! He was blessed with a lovely wife and wonderful children. I always admired the way the family all got together on Sundays and enjoyed family time. Sending well wishes and prayers to the family on this anniversary of his death...
Gary Grinkevich
October 15, 2019
My name is Gary Grinkevich and I went to trade school with Tony at Arizona Automotive Inst. I am very sorry to hear of Tony's passing. I knew him all the way back to high school in Placentia, Ca.
He was one of my best friends and I am going to miss him very much. May he rest in the peace of our Lord. My thoughts are with Tony's family.
Kathleen (Kate) Dale
March 18, 2018
Tricia SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS!
Beth Hahn
September 10, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. He was a good friend while I was in college at UNM, starting as my boss at Kentucky Fried Chicken! We remained friends, and on the rare occasion I made it back to Albuquerque from Long Island, I tried to get to see him through my brother John, and friends I had in Albuquerque who were still his friends.
He was one of the first people I met in Albuquerque. He always made me feel welcome and comfortable, helping me to learn about the city, sometimes just by showing me around on a ride home from work. Other times we got together with groups of friends for a BBQ.
I believe GOD has a plan for everyone and everything. I don't know why he had to take Tony so early, and my heart goes out to his family, who never knew there was a young woman he helped feel a little less lost in a "foreign" land. Thank you, Tony, for your friendship.
My prayers are with you all.
Beth Hahn-Klecak
Vicky McMath
March 25, 2016
Talia, I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Joe Ewing
March 25, 2016
Tricia,
I am so sorry to hear the news of Tony's death. Tim Peterson informed me of his passing. The three of us and some other men were in a Bible study together during our time in Albuquerque. I enjoyed his friendship, he was a generous supporter of our ministry for several years, and always spoke so fondly of you.
I prayed for you this morning and will continue to lift you up as you go through this time of loss.
From the heart,
Joe Ewing
Tim Peterson
March 24, 2016
Trish and family,
I'm so sorry to learn of Tony's passing. I know I haven't seen much of you guys in quite awhile so it was good to briefly see Tony a month or so ago at church. I know he was fighting the best he could. It was a privilege to know him.
I will continue to pray for you all as you deal with his loss.
Sincerely,
Tim Peterson
M. Louise Palomo
March 23, 2016
Bartolotta Family, I just heard the news which saddens me deeply. I met Tony 20+ years ago in which he represented myself as the buyer of my current home. He sure was the gentle giant whose smile softened any hurdle that came along. I was shopping for a place in the south valley in which he told me quite honestly "I don't know my way around that area"--so I replied to him--"Jump in my car we are going for a ride in the neighborhood". It was a successful journey in finding my home that I cherish to this day. Thank you again, Tony. May you be the Forever Smiling Angel.
Bruce Shah
March 22, 2016
Trish - the service was so sweet. Thank you for sharing a remarkable man's family life.
Ann and Antonia Holzgang
March 21, 2016
We are so sorry to hear about Tony's passing. He was so understanding and a fun realtor. Sometimes it seemed he was psychic and knew when we were in town. He was uncanny calling when we landed in NM. We lucked out and also got Edwin his kwirky "side kick" to show us around. He was my daughter's NM Dad and my honorary Italian connection as we looked at countless homes. We finally found one and always meant to get together at the Tamaya but never got around to it. We will miss you and always keep our fond memories of our time together close to our heart. He was a wonderful man.
March 21, 2016
Living next door to Tony, we saw first hand how he and Trish loved their family and friends. There was never a Sunday where they did not have a house full of loved ones. We always saw the gentle kind hearted side of Tony. He would always have a smile when talking about his travels, and stories of how proud he was of his family. He was a good man! He was a great neighbor. We will miss him. God bless.
Dan and Will McNamara
March 21, 2016
It is with great sadness that we learned of Tony's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, and we ask God to give them comfort in this time of great sorrow.
Mike and Tsenre Deveraux
March 15, 2016
Dear
Tricia, Tracy, and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Tony's death. He was a wonderful person who will be missed greatly, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all in your loss.
Laura Warden
Wojtowicz Family
March 14, 2016
Rest in peace Tony. You will be missed!
Wojtowicz Family
March 14, 2016
God Bless The Bartolotta Family and keep you close to one another during this difficult time. Tony was a kind and generous man who always made you feel welcome and and at ease. Most of all he was a 'great' mentor to our son Patrick, and the best golf buddy he could ever have.
Our sincerest condolences on your loss.
Love
Jim,Donna,Patrick
joanie Hershfeld
March 14, 2016
I was sorry to hear of Tony's death, He was to young to leave us. G-d give his wife peace and help her to be strong to continue this life alone.
Sincerely,
Joanie Hershfeld
Skip & Stephanie O'Brien
March 13, 2016
Tony, thank you for all you did to help us secure our beautiful home. Our regret is that we were not able to have you over for that big bowl of gumbo. You are truly one of G-d's very special people who was loved by so many and will be so missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May they feel G-d's loving arms, peace and comfort as they journey through these days. Au Revoir, my friend until we meet againLove,Skip
Jay Redlin
March 13, 2016
Extremely sharp mind, the quickest witt ever, and a huge old kind heart! I will make it a point to think of him and smile with every sunset.
RIP my my brother!
Jay
Pam Dale
March 13, 2016
Tricia and family,
My sympathy to you and your family. Sorry for this heartache. Sending prayers for you all. Hugs from a Dawson family..
Thanks for all you did!
John Lopez
March 13, 2016
I always looked up to Toney and he will always be missed!!! Going to miss you big guy!!John Lopez
March 13, 2016
Tricia and family, Just additional note to express our love and admiration for Tony. We first met Tony in the late fall of 1997 when he listed a house we had built to sell in North Albuquerque Acres on Desert Mountain Road. We asked him to share with us how he came to know the Lord and during that time it we seem to remember that you were recovering from cancer. He sold that house in Jan. 1998. We became friends and that continued when we retired back home here in 2011 and asked him to find us a house and we purchased one in Four Hills from him. The last time we saw Tony was when he dropped by to check on us. So thankful that we got to know him and could see Jesus in him. So thankful that we all know he is with Jesus now!
He lived what he believed and will always remember him as our good friend. May God be so very close to you and your family in these days, weeks, months and years ahead. Because of Whose We Are, Jerry & Becky Evans
Jeff Manley
March 13, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear about Tony.I thought of him like a brother.I'll think of him for ever.
Chris Frost
March 13, 2016
You will be missed Tony. Thanks for your tremendous contribution to the real estate community. We cannot attend the services but will have you and your family in our thoughts. Chris
Mary A
March 13, 2016
I am sending my sincere condolences to the family. May you find comfort in this thought found at Isaiah 61:1,2 which reads in part" God sent his son to bind up the brokenhearted and to comfort those who mourn."
Ron Poindexter
March 13, 2016
All my thoughts of Tony are great, He was a good man that took the time to think before he acted, You made your mark and will always be remembered!
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