Obituary of Bruce Bartley

Bruce Edward Bartley was born on July 19, 1961 in Napoleon, Ohio. He was the son of the late Robert Ell Bartley and Joanne (Coressel) Bartley. Bruce honorably served his country in the United States Army. Bruce married the love of his life Jennifer Fulkerson on June 10, 2005 in Monroe, Michigan. For more than 14 years, Bruce supported his family by maintaining his many rental properties, taking a medical leave in 2007. Bruce was a wonderful family man who always looked forward to the next annual family reunion. He always had a great time catching up and hanging out with his cousins. Bruce was also a wonderful father and loved his children very much; Bruce's son was his pride and joy and was quite fond of his nephew, Harley. Bruce had a special place in his mother's heart and was known as "Momma's Baby." Although Bruce could be stubborn at times he would do anything for his family. Bruce was very outgoing and just loved to have a good time. He appreciated the outdoors fishing, hunting, and riding motorcycles and loved to play with his beloved canine pets. Bruce Edward Bartley, age 53 of Monroe, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2014 at his home. His passing is preceded by his father; and a brother: William Bartley Sr. To cherish his memory, Bruce leaves his loving wife of 9 years, Jennifer Bartley; his mother: Joanne Bartley; two children: Jillian Johnson of Dayton, and Perry Ell Bartley of Monroe; and three sisters: Sue Barltey of Carleton, Robin Bartley of Romulus, and Delaney Povencher of Carleton; one step brother: Randy of Dayton; a step sister: Glenda of Dayton; a grandchild; many nieces and nephews, and his beloved canines: Bambi, T-Bone and Diamond. Friends may gather Monday, August 11, 2014 from 2:00pm until 8:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe, (734) 384-5185. A Celebration of His Life will take place at 11:00am on Tuesday, August 12, 2014 also at Merkle's with Pastor Roy Southerland officiating from Monroe Missionary Baptist Church. Cremation will follow through Southern Michigan Services in Livonia, Michigan. Memorial Donations are suggested to the family for a college fund for Perry Bartley. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, share a photo, or make a donation by visiting www.merklefs.com and then selecting the Online Tributes page.