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Velma Bartlemay Obituary
May 15, 1932 - March 10, 2015
Velma Rose Bartlemay, a resident of Grand Junction for 30 years, passed away at her home on March 10, 2015.
Velma was born May 15, 1932, to Harvey and Florence Branson in the Collbran area on May 15, 1932. She later moved to Oregon where she became an accomplished oil painter. She toured many states to teach and received national recognition for her paintings, books and videos she produced. For 30 years Velma was married to Loyd "Cap" Bartlemay of Arlington, Oregon.
Velma is survived by her two sons, Jerry (Shawn) Bartlemay of Portland, Oregon, and Larry (Laurie) Bartlemay of Arlington, Oregon. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Josh, Casey, Jennie, and Caitlin, and three great-grandchildren. Velma is preceded in death by her brothers, Hugh, Lee, and Howard.
A memorial graveside service will be held Thursday, March 19, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cedar Crest Cemetery in Collbran, Colorado.
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March 19, 2015
Dearest family, please accept my condolences. Keeping in mind the scriptural hope of everlasting life can help sustain you. (John 17:3)
Shirley McGuiness
March 17, 2015
My condolences to Velma's family. She was a beautiful person and fantastic artist. Loved her flowers.
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