Obituary
Danny Kenneth Bartram, Sr., 78, of The Villages, Florida, passed away on August 5th, 2024.
Danny was born on May 31, 1946, to Raymond and Zelma Bartram in Ethel, West Virginia. Upon graduation from Logan High School in 1964, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he became a jet engine mechanic.
During his time in the Air Force, Danny served all over the world, including tours in Vietnam, Korea, and Egypt. He retired after 20 years as a Senior Master Sergeant. Upon retiring from the Air Force, he worked for 30 years for General Electric Aircraft Engines as a Field Service Rep. Most of that time was spent in Germany where he provided technical support for USAF aircraft based in Europe.
In 1970, Danny met the love of his life Barbara while stationed at Homestead AFB in Florida and they married a month later. They had 3 boys Danny, Jason, and James (affectionately known as “the offspring”).
In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by siblings Raymond Bartram Jr., Donna Webb, Phyllis Kenny, Deanna Ballard, Linda Milam, and David Bartram. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 54 years, Barbara; sons Danny Bartram, Jr. (Jennifer), Jason Bartram (Melanie), James Bartram (Lori); grandchildren Danny Bartram III, Katherine Bartram, Matthew Bartram, Emma Bartram and Kaylee Bartram; siblings Johnny Bartram and Karen Seevers.
A celebration of Danny’s life will be held at Countryside Baptist Church in Fruitland Park, Florida on August 24th at 2:00 PM. The church address is 2805 Register Road, Fruitland Park, Florida 34731. A reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers I wish I could be with you at this time. I will keep in touch.
With all my love
Pam Jeffers
Frank and Jo Anne Creel.
We are so sorry to hear about your loss.
We are thankful to have met you guys in our little town in Germany during Dany's career in Germany. You guys were more than friends you were family , even our kids called you Oma and Opa .
Dany was a great guy, very kind and caring. We will keep the memories always in our hearts .
We are thinking and praying for you, Barbara
Kind regards, Gisela and Reiner
Your Control Southern Family
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Your Control Southern Family
I am so sorry for your loss. May god grant you all peace and comfort during this difficult time. May god grant Danny
eternal rest and may his memory be eternal. Sending love and prayers
Sandy Evans
Phyllis and I were so deeply saddened after hearing of Danny’s passing. We know that he is with our Father now. We enjoyed so much seeing you guys at the neighbor hood parties. It was wonderful being in Danny’s company. I especially appreciate talking with him about his career and the aircraft he worked on. Always found our discussions enjoyable. He will be missed by us. He made a significant impression on Phyl and I and again will miss him dearly. ❤️
Rest in Peace Danny.
So sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
He was the best Jet Engine guy I had the pleasure of working with! He will be missed!
my Deepest Condolences, Jerry Grajek
Danny I will miss you but I know I will see you again when my turn comes to go home.
Will always remember the flea market trips, ski trips, cook outs and many practical jokes in the office. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.