Diana, you don't know me but I was in attendance at the Christ Our Life conference in Des Moines when you were called out. I immediately prayed, knowing it had to be serious. They announced later that your son had died and Diana, 5000 people prayed for his soul. It was one of the most meaningful moments of the conference for me. 5000 people praying for someone they didn't know, but you were one of us for that weekend and we all felt connected. My deepest sympathies and continued prayers for you and your family.

Eternal rest grant on to him oh Lord.

Bartlett Family,

We cannot imagine the pain you're going through with Bill's loss and are so very sorry. Please know that many are sending prayers of healing and love your way. God bless you.

I have such fond memories of Bill as a child. I can't recall a time when he wasn't smiling. I can remember him showing us cousins all around the farm, excited about everything--the hogs, the land, the barn, the duck blind. It is amazing that he seemed to know who he was and what was really important at a very young age and that he was able to be true to that even as an adult. I was proud to tell people that I had a cousin who lived the way he did.

Danny and Family;

I was so sorry to read about your family tragedy in the Solon Economist. I remember the day I visited my uncle Bill Kessler in the Solon Care Center. He was so happy that you had a new baby boy named Bill like him.

I will be praying for your family over the coming months. We are so lucky to have our faith in God during these rough times. Thanks to your dad for teaching High School CCD over the many years.

John Kessler

My prayers are with your family. It may have been many years since I last saw Bill but the memories of catching bull heads and frogs with Bill and eatting camp fire fried dough in the morning at the Bartlett Campouts are still some of my favorite memories from growing up.

Bless you Bill, you are missed.

-Erik Johnson

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Dear Dan, Diana and family

You all have my heart felt sympathy. May you be comforted remembering all the fond memories that you have of Bill. Speak of them often it helps to ease the pain. May God bless you all at this most difficult time.

Pamela Lenz

Dan, Diana, Jessica, and Rebecca and Families,

The Bartlett Family~

My thoughts and prayers are with you all now, more than ever. I hope you find peace and comfort in the fondest memories of your loved one. Bill's kindness was always contagious and I'm sure it will live on through his children.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Bartlett family. My fondest memories are of the "remodel" efforts made to the farm house Bill, Keith and Nathan took over for a while. Things got especially interesting when winter came around and there was no real heat in the house. Thanks for the memories Bill, you will be missed.

To the family:

We are so saddened by your loss. "To every thing there is a reason" Ours is not always to know why. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time.

Thinking of the entire family and sending prayers for strength. Continue to live your faith and cherish the memories as you celebrate Bill's life. I have fond childhood memories of Bill, playing youth soccer, church and high school events. My favorite memory was from our senior year on the golf team. Unfortunately for Bill he was paired with me at the coed meet. His smile and wit got us through the round! His memory will live on. Blessings to you all.

Bill:

Sorry to hear of you lose and at such a young age. RIP

Bill was a great friend and a great person. I can't count the number of times he help fix our car or help me out with my Jeep. The only problem was I couldn't get him to take money as a payment. I will miss him.

I don't know why some people live and others die. Just that Bill is fine and if we believe, he is content and without pain or discomfort. Its the ones that are left behind who have to bare the burden. Did we say the right thing, did we do the right things. Do we have sorrow in our hearts that maybe we could have done things different. Bill will live on in his children and his legacy will not die. He will live in our memories and in our hearts. Di always said he never went around the puddles just plowed through them. With each step splashing as big a splash as he could. I like to think of him as that little boy. The one who only wanted to be a farmer. How Mike adored him following him everywhere he could. He was his hero. As time goes by the empty feeling that we will feel inside and that awful pressure will pass. Sometimes it will come when we least expect it and as it does, smile to know a good man had crossed our path. Say hello to grandpa for us

Bill . We love you . Rest in Peace

To the Bartlett Family, we are so saddened that you must suffer this loss. Please accept our condolences, and special condolences to Diana, Delores and Jeanne who we know best.

Dan,Diana, Jessica and Rebecca, with all our sympathies and prayers going out to you in this time of great sorrow and loss. May you always remember the laughs and good times you were blessed with in this, your angel. May God keep him safe and at peace in his arms.

To the entire Bartlett family,

I was so sad to hear of Bill's accident.. My heart goes out to all of you, and you are in my prayers.

Dear Diana and Bill and family,

We have so many wonderful memories of the Birthday celebrations for you, Shana and Matt. You were always such a nice young man and you will be missed.

To Bill's entire family:

Dear Dan and Diana, Billy always had a smile for everyone and everytime I was around him he made me laugh. Although I hadn't seen him in years, Jessica has kept me updated about his life and kids. His love of outdoors and helping people will be remembered by everyone who has ever had the good fortune to meet him. I will be praying for your family that you find comfort in your time of sorrow.

Bill's Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Bob and I would like to express our sympathy in the loss of Bill. We hope your memories and kind words of your friends and family will comfort you in this difficult time. God Bless! Bob and Terese Lisenbee

Many prayers to your family during this difficult time. We are thinking about you.

-Aaron and Cheryl (Poduska) Kuhlman

To the Bartlett Family-

We are so sad to hear the news about Bill. We are praying for your family that you may find peace during this extremely difficult time. Anyone that knew Bill will always have great memories that will last forever.

I worked with Bill's dad, Dan at Genencor back in the mid 90's. Dan was always very proud of his kids. It breaks my heart that Bill passed away. I'm praying for your family, for comfort and happy and loving memories. Lorraine McGuigan

Dan, Diana, & family,

We were so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. You are all in our prayers during this extraordinarily difficult time. May God grant you all the strength you need and may your saddened hearts be filled with His love.

After reading Bill's obituary it reminded us so much of you, Dan. You were such a great co-worker...so helpful. We're sure you were very proud of your boy!

Love and prayers...Craig and Allison Wilhelm

I am so sorry for your loss during this terrible time. I will always have great memories of Bill and the kindness all of you showed me. I will keep you in my prayers.

Dan, Diana And Bartlett Family,

This was such terrible news. I cherish the memories of coaching Bill in youth soccer for several years. He was an easy young player to coach. And, I enjoyed watching him play. I still have several videos and photos of him on the soccer field that will keep those memories alive. Thanks for sharing him with us.

My sympathy goes out to all of you.

Dennis

Diana & Dan

We offer our deepest sympathies to you and your entire family along with the friends who knew and loved Bill. Whenever this kind of tragedy occurs, we always hear and think 'Why'? But we come to learn this is an unanswerable question. It is a powerful reminder of how fleeting and temporary our time is on earth. I only hope we can honor him by emulating the qualities Bill brought with him every day. He was a reflection of his family and all the strengths they provided.

We will always remember the visits to the farm and the Christmas holidays when the kids were young. We still talk about the trip to Dakota & Wyoming and how that became a way for cousins to share a memorable experience.

Our only regret is that we didn't live closer.

Donna & Gary

Thinking of you all in this difficult time. I will always remember the priceless memories we shared frowning up with our families as well as sharing our many birthdays together. He will be missed, but will live on in our memories & hearts forever.

Leave a condolence or a memory.

Dan-Diana-Jessica & Rebecca.

I am so shocked and sorry to hear about Bill! May your faith in God give you the strength to go through this tragic time. Bill was always such a happy kid and always had a smile on his face, and everytime that he saw me he would always give me a big hug. If you need ANYTHING please do not hesitate to call me! Love to all, Mary

My prayers go out to the bills whole famialy

Sorry to hear about your loss. I have fond memories of Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I hear Bartlett from Solon and I just bet it was your son.

Coming so soon after my husbands death I can personally feel what you are going thru except we had time to prepare. It sounds like you raised him well. A very talented young man to be able to help others and not do it for monetary award. I will say a rosary just for him and your family. So very sorry

Bartlett Family - I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Dan, Diana, Jessica and Rebecca,

I was shocked and saddened to read of Bill's tragic accident. The death of a child can never be comprehended by those who have not lost a child. Remember to look up at the stars at night and think about those you have loved. In Christian love and friendship, susan brosh

Thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time. He was a good friend and classmate with many memories. I am sorry for your loss. He will be remembered forever.

I was so shocked and saddened to hear that your son had passed away. Diana, my thoughts are very much with you and your family right now. I am so sorry, and am sending many prayers your way.

Barlett Family

My sincere and deepest sympathy for your family in this time of grieving. Bill was such a great individual. I remember as a kid hanging out on your farm with Bill and family. I looked up to bill as a kid. Keep his memory alive and remember all the great things that make you smile. May he Rest In Peace ! I will miss you Bill !

Diana and Dan I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss of your son Bill. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Debbie

Dear Bartlett family,

I didn't know Bill personally, but I did go to Solon schools growing up. I do remember seeing him around. My sister in-law goes to his Bill's church. I just want you to know how sorry I am. God bless you all, prayers to you.

Dear Bartlett Family: Our deepest condolences to you with the tragic loss of Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all now and the months ahead. We are so very sorry.

Dear Dan and Diana, I was so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. May God give you the strength and comfort at this very difficult time. Bill sounds like he lived life to the fullest and was a remarkable young man, just like his remarkable parents. God Bless all of you as you grieve.

Tom and Cynthia Gillham

We were sorry to hear of Bill's untimely death. He will be missed terribly but never forgotten. He and his entire family our in our prayers. Our thoughts are with all of you as you go through the days ahead. God bless you.

Dan, Diana, Jessica, & Rebecca

Diana and Family...

Although we dont know you, we were at the Christ Our Life Conference in Des Moines this past weekend as you were and were sadden by the news that they announced that your son had passed away. The conference hall was as quiet as a mouse after they announced and all 5000+ said a prayer for you and your family and continued to keep you in our thoughts and prayers thru out the remainer of the weekend. I went with a group of 9 other people and we continued to pray for your family.

Please know that our group, from Manchester, Ryan, Osage, Farley, Greeley, Guttenberg, Dyersville and Iowa Falls will be praying for you!

Friends in Christ....

Michelle, Kathy, Julie, Sue, Jenn, Heather, Donna, Kerry and Brenda

Remembering a friend today and always....thoughts and prayers to the Bartlett family.

Diane and Dan,

Our hearts go out to you. Know you are in our thoughts and prayer, always.

Frank and Sue