Michael E. Bartlett, 65, of Pennville, IN, passed away at 6:45 AM on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at his home in Pennville, IN. He was born on Thursday, June 18, 1959, in Hartford City, IN. He married Karen J. Roberts on Saturday, July 14, 1984, in Pennville, IN. Michael was a 1977 graduate of Jay Co. High School. He was a lifetime resident of Jay Co. Penn Twp. He was the owner & operator of Indiana Maintenance and Bartlett Excavating. Michael was a Jay Co. (Penn Twp.) farmer for many years. He was known to be found on early Sunday mornings in the shop with the guys. Michael enjoyed taking trips to Daytona and loved going to the swap meets and car shows at the track. He loved being at the family pond and spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandkids.

Michael will be forever missed by his wife of 40 years, Karen J. (Roberts) Bartlett, Pennville, IN, daughter, Michelle (Tim) Browning, Tipton, IN, sons, Derek (Rachel) Bartlett, Fortville, IN, Colton (Fiance, Breanne McIntire) Bartlett, Portland, IN, brothers, Robert V. (Sally) Bartlett, Valparaiso, IN, John R. Bartlett, Pennville, IN, and sister - Marie L. (Jay) Holloway, Cody, WY, grandchildren - Cameron Breedlove, Braden Breedlove, and Ronin Bartlett.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence W. Bartlett, and mother - Catherine J. (Stueckler) Bartlett.

Family and friends may gather to celebrate Michael's life at the Bartlett Pond located at 550 N. 1025 W. Pennville, IN. on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from noon to 6:00 PM. There will be a service officiated by Pastor Phil Freel during these hours. Food will be provided.

Arrangements are being handled by Walker & Glancy Funeral Home in Montpelier.

Online condolences may be made at www.glancyfuneralhomes.com