Jack Ernest Bartlett
January 18, 1928 ~ September 10, 2012
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Jack Ernest Bartlett, 84, of Reed St. went to be with the Lord Monday, September 10, 2012, at the John F. Keever Hospice Solace Center.
Jack was born January 18, 1928, in Buncombe Co. to the late Rev. Ernest R. and Lilly Mae Fore Bartlett. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Polly Bartlett Silver. He was the owner of Jack Bartlett Moving and Construction Company and a member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church.
Jack was an avid bear hunter and always had a story. His stories were, without fail, full of humor, adventure, and fun. And that was Jack: he was a funny, outgoing man, who loved people almost as much as a good story, well told. He was always ready with a handshake or a smile, and had never met a stranger in his life. Jack also had a way with animals. From day-to-day, it was impossible to know what kind of creature he would bring home. Once, it was a cow; other times, it was a horse or a mule. His two dogs, Molly and Brandi, were always at his side. More than all these things, Jack loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And, in knowing that, it gives comfort and assurance to his family.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Celeste Black Bartlett, and not a day passed that he did not remind her how much he loved her.
He is also survived by sons Jack Everett Bartlett and wife Cindy, James Edward Bartlett, Randy Purcell, Tim Purcell and wife Rhonda, and Phillip Purcell and wife Debbie; grandchildren Jason Bartlett and wife June, Courtney Purcell Shaughnessy and husband Patrick, Matthew Purcell, Brandon Purcell and wife Megan, Aaron Purcell and wife Holly, Celesta "C.J." Purcell Hussung and husband Dale, Nathan Purcell and wife Katherine, and Jerod Purcell; great-grandchildren Elizabeth, Jacob, and Josiah Bartlett, Eli Purcell, and Olivia and Lola Purcell; sister Lois Bartlett Rich; and brothers Lewis Bartlett, Harold Bartlett and wife Doris, Clarence "Jinx" Bartlett and wife Helen, Charles Bartlett and wife Louise, and Dewey Bartlett and wife Judy.
We will miss him.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday in the Patton Ave. chapel of Groce Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery. Grandson Jason Bartlett will be officiating.
His family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Friday prior to the service at the funeral home.
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
Papaw, you were the most amazing man. I will forever treasure the memories we made while you were here on this earth. I take peace in knowing that you are no longer in pain and walking side by side with Jesus. I love you do very much and will see you soon. Don’t worry about granny. We will take good care off her.
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. JACK WAS A GOOD MAN, HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN. YOU ALL WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS. WE LOVE YOU ALL.
Celeste and Family, we cared about you Jack as though you were family. We will miss his kind heart and awesome smile. May God be with your family in your time of sorrow.
Courtney and family: Wishing you and your family God’s blessings and comfort and peace as you walk through the death of your loved one and friend, Jack. You remain in our prayers.
Bartlett Family:
I just wanted to take a few moments to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I was pleased to have known Jack, and from the times that I was fortunate enough to have been with him, combined with the good that Joni has always spoken of him, I can tell he was a really special guy. It is of course most comforting to know that he knew the Lord as his Savior; besides that, nothing else really matters eternally speaking. We hope to see you all in the near future. Take care.
We are sorry for your loss and we will continue to pray for your family.
Kavan, Lara, Devlin and Morgan Graybill
Dear Bartlett Family,
My heartfelt regards to each of you who are still living. What a day it was for him to open his eyes in heaven and be in the presence of his Lord. Pray that the next generation will make their place in the gap where he was standing while here on earth. May God’s richest blessing be upon you all. See you soon, Bro. Bartlett.
Sorry for the loss of Mr Jack Bartlett.Knowing he is in heaven with the Lord is a comfort. Knowing Mr Jack was a priviledge. We know how he cared for everyone and always had a good story to tell. Not good bye Mr Jack but see you later!
What a sad time for all of you in the loss of a good man. It’s heartwarming tho to think back on the good times & consider all the smiles Jack created on other people’s faces. I will never forget him pulling into the Black Mtn horse show grounds with that little sorrel pony, Sampson, standing in the back floorboard of his car. Or seeing him chew the top edge off a cup from sheer nerves while he watched Everett show in the Parade horse class on Goldie. Now he is striding around heaven with no pain & no worries – just waiting for the rest of us to make our way there & what a reunion that will be! May your trust in God get you through this difficult time. You ALL have our sympathy.~~~ Audrey, Dot & JR Hunnicutt
Jack will be greatly missed by all that knew him!!! My family and I were fortunate enough to have known Jack, and were lucky enough to call him a friend. I will never forget the time I spent at his house as a child with CJ, he was always so nice, loving, and giving!!! God definitely broke the mold when he made Jack!!! Thoughts and prayers go out to Jacks family and friends during this difficult time. My family and I love you very much CJ!!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jack’s family. We will miss his smiling face.
Jack, From the first time I met you when I was fifteen years old I knew you were someone special, and when my daddy died I actually found out how special you really were.You told me that if was ok with me that if I needed someone as a father figure then you would be there for me and you were. I remember back in the day when we had alot of good conversations and I will never forget the one thing you ALWAYS said to me before we parted…but we’ll keep that our little secret..okay…lol. I miss you and dont worry about Granny, we’ll watch out for her.My prayers are with you Celeste and I love you too.
Jack’s family and church family know that Jack is where he wants to be, happy and safe in the arms of his precious Saviour, our Lord Jesus Christ. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to his wife, sons, grandson, great grandchildren, and all of his many other family members.
He was always seated in his spot at the church he loved, Landmark Misionary Baptist Church. He had his special way of making everyone feel loved and special. He ALWAYS made me feel like I was very special to him and I loved this wonderful Christian man so much and will miss him until we meet again.
As he was being wheeled out after the last Sunday morning service he was able to attend, he smiled at me, took my hand in his and kissed the back of my hand. That was a loving, tender moment that I will never forget.
Jack you will be missed by so many and never forgotten.
Bill and Linda Swoveland
May the Lord Bless your family and comfort them.
MAY GOD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW.
Jason, our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. your friend in christ. Robert & Dale Long.
Dear Celeste:
We were so sad to hear about Jack’s passing. We will sure miss seeing him out in the yard….Brandi at his side. Each time we saw him he always said ‘I just want to walk again’. Well, Jack is walking those beautiful Streets of Gold. He has seen the face of our Lord Jesus Christ who has welcomed him Home with open arms.
Please know that you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that we can do all you have to do is call.
Love in Christ,
Billy and Donna
It is at times like this that family and friends come together in a special way to celebrate the life of a loved one who has gone home to be with Jesus. We have many wonderful memories of Jack through our family members and also our association with horses….and although we have not seen Jack for a number of years, he is as vivid in our minds and hearts as if it had only been yesterday. Our deepest sympathies go out to each of his family members and loved ones during this time of loss….and may you find comfort in the many memories you have of this special man and the impact he left on your life. The day Jack made his entrance into Heaven brought a lot of tears to those he left behind…but oh what a day of rejoicing it was for those who greeted him in that Heavenly city with the Lord. Take peace in knowing that there is a place deep within our hearts where those we’ve loved and lost…live forever.
Mrs. Bartlett,
We are so sorry to learn about your loss. Buddy thought a lot of Jack. He was a real ‘horse trading buddy’ too Buddy and also didn’t mind letting your know he loved the Lord. I am sure you will miss him but now we know he is not suffering and is enjoying his time with love ones in heaven. We will remember you and your family in prayer. Buddy and Janice Cochran
Bartlett Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jack was a good friend who we always loved to talk to.
Roy Gasperson family
Jack Bartlett Family:
Please know you have our deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss.
I am so sorry for the passing of Jack. He and my father have known each other for alot of years. Will keep the Bartlett family in our prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss.Jack was a dear cousin and a dear friend.He will truly be missed.I know Heaven is much brighter with him there.I love you all so much.If you need anything please let me know. you are in my prayers. Martha
Our sincere sympathy for your loss.
We are sorry for your loss.
My Condolences and Prayers goes out to the Bartlett Family,May the Grace of God be with you all in this sad time,but knowing he is in a better place gives us hope until we meet him again,Love always Bro. Paul Roberts…
Hey Everette and family! We wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers today. Sorry we can not be there or haven’t called but our thoughts have been witl you because we have been busy with Granny (Mary Jane Creasman) with her promotion to Heaven this week. She loved all the Bartlett boys as she called them. We love you! Sheila & Danny Bell; Mary Ann Gardner and Rick Sluder
GOOD BYE JACK.I WILL MISS YOU. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.I AM THANKFUL THAT I GOT TO MEET YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.I ALWAYS LOOKED FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AND CELESTE EVERY MORNING AT THE SILVER DOLLAR.UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN KNOW YOU WERE LOVED.
He was one of a kind. Our prayers are with you.
Precious Father, I ask for your peace and comfort to carry Jack’s family through the coming days, weeks, months and years.You know for us, losing those we love brings us great sorrow but knowing they are with you brings a joy we can’t describe. For we know we will see them again in heaven with you. Thank you, Lord, for placing Jack in my life. What a godly example he and has family have been to me as I grew from a child to an adult. I am so grateful for that guidance and the blessing of a true church family they gave me. May your peace be with his family now as they trust in you alone. In the sweet name of Jesus, Amen
So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. ~ Hebrews 4:16
Lord, I must say Thank You,for allowing me,to get to spend some quality time with Jack before he came home to you.
When I was a little girl, I went on a wagon train ride with him and his family,That I had never forgotten,
For 40 plus years. I had been told and believed he had past on.
The story is unbelievable how I talked to him one night on the phone,and was at the hospital the next morning to see him,just after his stroke.I got to spend some quality time with him.And hear some stories,That brought back GREAT memories,It was totally wonderful.
The memory I can now carry for the rest of my life 🙂 ‘I LOVE You Jack, and you will forever be in my heart’.
SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU, EARL(BUDDY) SHEPHERD, JR.
sorry to hear about your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Celeste & Family,
I am so sorry I couldn’t come to the service for Jack. He truly was a special person, a great cousins, but more like a brother to me. I know he is with my mother in Heaven. She loved him so much. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all very much.
Love,
Naomi
Celeste and family,,, May God bless you and give you His peace during this time of loss. Jack will be greatly missed by all of us. We thank the Lord for the time we had to know him…You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers…
To all the family,
We were so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. We know you all will miss him terribly, but will be comforted knowing you will see him again someday. He was always such a pleasure to be around, never an unkind word and always ready with a hug or hand shake. Sorry we weren’t able to come to the service, but we were out of town. Just know we are praying for all of you.
With love,
John, Pat & Andy Staigo
Dear Celeste and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jack was truly a wonderful person. I am sorry for the delay in sending this. But, please know my heart is with you. I send many prayers and know if I can do anything to help please let me know. I know he is in heaven with Stephanie Dawn Hoyle my daughter who also passed 9/10/1982 and with Matthew Hawkins my son. He will be deeply missed. I am thankful and blessed to have known Jack and all of you. May God Bless you all.