Gary Bartholomew

Gary Lee Bartholomew, age 71, of Alton, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at Alton Memorial Hospital with his family by his side.

He was born July 1, 1948, in Alton, the son of Harold Lee and Frieda Eileen (McCleery) Bartholomew. He married Rebecca Loy on January 2, 1979, in E. Alton, and she survives.

Gary was proud to have served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He worked at Laclede Steel in Alton for many years. Gary enjoyed working on his '57 Chevy Nomad. He also enjoyed building various types of models. Gary was a member of United Church of God in St. Louis.

In addition to his wife, Rebecca; he is survived by two sons, Greg Bartholomew of Edwardsville, and Alan Bartholomew of Wood River; a brother and his wife, David and Mary Bartholomew of Alton; several nieces and nephews; and many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 3, 2019 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Alton.

A funeral procession will be leaving the funeral home Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 10:30 am for burial at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

Online Condolences may be made at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com