Peter G. Bartz

1944 - 2025

BORN

1944

DIED

2025

FUNERAL HOME

Amigone Funeral Home, Inc. - Amherst Chapel - Williamsville

5200 Sheridan Drive

Williamsville, New York

Peter Bartz Obituary

Bartz, Peter G.

Mar 15, 1944 - Sep 9, 2025

A resident of Williamsville, New York, since 1962. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on September 9, 2025, at the age of 81, after a long journey with Alzheimer's disease. Peter was born on March 15, 1944 in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Beloved husband of 61 years to Donna R. (nee McKeen) Bartz; loving father of Celeste J. (Robert R.) Radel and Michael G. Bartz; cherished grandfather of Madeleine, Peter and William; caring brother of T. Webster (late Patricia), Gary G. (Marion), late Jeffrey J. (Leah) and Chris J. (Michael) Stanley; son of the late Theodore J. and Jean R. (nee Greer) Bartz; also survived by nieces and nephews. Peter began his career in 1966 in accounting. He was the senior and managing partner for J.D. Ellicott and Co., PC, CPAs, Senior Partner for Gaines, Kriner, Elliott, LLP and Firm Ambassador for the Bonadio Group retiring in 2019. Peter graduated in 1962 from Marcellus New York High School. His education continued at the University at Buffalo School of Management and graduated in 1966 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. In 1979 Peter joined the Transit Valley Country Club. He served on many committees over the years and served as club president in 1992. He was an avid golfer since childhood. He also enjoyed basketball, running, biking, skiing, health club physical fitness and was very active in Bible Study and other groups at Eastern Hills Church in Williamsville, New York. Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of WNY, 6400 Sheridan Drive, Suite 320, Williamsville N.Y. 14221, www.alz.org/wny or Eastern Hills Church. Please share condolences at www.AMIGONE.com. Arrangements by AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC.

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Published by Buffalo News on Sep. 14, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Bartz

5 Entries

Jim & Gail Borkman

Earlier today

Dear Donna,
We are so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. We always enjoyed his company and positive attitude. You can be comforted to know he is with Jesus. We are praying for your comfort and strength during this difficult time. Love Jim & Gail.

Celeste Ridler

Yesterday

Donna, Michael & Celeste- Hal & I are so sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love Hal & Celeste

Leah Bartz

Yesterday

My deepest sympathy to Donna, Mike, Celeste. Your dad was such a nice and special brother in law. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. Love you all vey much. Aunt Leah Bartz.

Joanne K Bender

Yesterday

When I first worked for Peter, he terrified me, he commanded such respect for a man of small stature! I remember early on stuttering and stammering when asking if I could have a key to the building, so I could come and go a little easier when my kids were young and I was juggling life.

But he was also an example of boundaries - for example, he was really mad at me when he caught me in the office late on a Friday night, a time he thought I should be with my family.

A couple of my favorite memories are from one time we were working together and I said, don´t I get a point for figuring out something and his response was "even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while." Or the time he said there was a democracy in the office, but his was the only vote that counted! We had some good laughs!

I learned so much from him regarding how to do my job and he made me a much better CPA. I use the things he taught me daily and I still use the spreadsheet formats I learned from him.

I saw him mellow over the years, especially as his faith grew. He took hold of his faith with everything he had. I will miss him greatly!

Lynne Gilpin Campbell

September 12, 2025

Donna,
I am so sorry to hear about Peter. I have fond memories of you both when we were in high school. I know this is hard, I went through it a few years ago, but take comfort in a life well lived. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Be well,
Lynne Gilpin Campbell

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