Robert Lawrence Bartnick

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Bartnick, 79, who left this world on August 4, 2025, in Jupiter, Florida.

Born on April 18, 1946, to Lawrence and Kathleen Bartnick, Bob lived a life as vibrant, adventurous, and unapologetically unique as he was.

Bob devoted much of his life to his work with Braniff and American Airlines, a career that didn't just pay the bills but opened the doors to the world. His job allowed him to travel across continents, to live in cities from coast to coast, and to collect not only passport stamps, but friendships and experiences that became the stories he loved to tell.

A proud and loyal fan of the Boston Celtics and the Boston Red Sox, Bob could often be found cheering passionately-sometimes loudly-whether his teams were on top or at the bottom of the standings. Sports, like life, were to be felt fully, and he did just that.

He was known for his infectious laugh-the kind that could fill a room and make even strangers smile-and his sharp, warm, and often witty sense of humor. Bob never tried to fit into anyone else's mold. He walked to the beat of his own drum, lived life on his own terms, and in doing so, inspired those around him to be a little braver in being themselves.

He is survived by his siblings Kathy Trost, Lorrie Borisewich, and Thomas Bartnick, his brother-in-laws William Trost and Nicholas Borisewich, his sister in-law Kathy (Bye) Bartnick, and many nieces and nephews who adored him. He is predeceased by his parents, Lawrence and Kathleen Bartnick. His family and friends will carry his memory in their hearts, holding tight to the stories, laughter, and love he leaves behind.

Bob's life was a tapestry woven with travel, joy, and authenticity. Though the world feels quieter without his voice and lighter without his laugh, his spirit will live on in the countless lives he touched.

The family asks that you honor Bob's memory by living boldly, laughing often, and loving your people well-just as he did.