William "Bill" Bartlow

William "Bill" Bartlow**, 77, born on January 20, 1947, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.

Bill worked at Hyster and Estad in Danville, Illinois, and found joy in coaching his daughter throughout her sports career. In his free time, he enjoyed watching sports and cherished fishing moments with his best friend, Carl. Bill was known for his kind and caring spirit and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ercel and Mary Bartlow. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jane Bartlow; daughters, Kerri Bartlow (Kim Mixer), Jodi Bartlow, and stepson, David Vanderport (Kristen) and their children, Cole and Jill Vanderport. He also leaves behind his aunt, Barb Huffman, sister, Connie Brown (Ron), and brother, Michael Bartlow.

Bill was blessed with a large extended family, including nieces and nephews: Jim Skinner (Laurie), Phil Skinner (Jamie), Julie Skinner, Bentley Grider, Tony Skinner (Andrea), April Munck (Eric), Michele Petersen, Emma Simensen, Jennifer Petersen, Paula Voyles, Ashley Callahan (Bryan), Leonard Skinner, Tony Brown (Amanda), Bobby Brown, and Benji Gilbert. He will always be remembered and loved by them.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, September 14, at 11:00 AM at Songer Cemetery in Tilton, Illinois.

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