William D. “Bill” Bartels, 66, of Platteville, WI passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 20th, 2024. Bill was born on January 19, 1958 in Platteville, Wisconsin, son of Lawrence “Larry” and Corinne (Senogles) Bartels. Bill was united in marriage to Kathie Riechers on March 31, 2012 at their house in Platteville.

He attended Platteville High School where he lettered as a multi-sport athlete. After high school he received his master's of plumbing from SWTC. Bill enjoyed fishing, where he participated in walleye tournaments, singing, playing guitar, tending to his flowers and gardening, playing cards at the barge. He was an avid Wisconsin team sports fan of the Badgers, Packers, Brewers, and Bucks. Bill had a great sense of humor, which his family and friends are truly going to miss.

He is survived by his wife Kathie, his children, Crystal D'Orazio (Brad), Danielle, Adam (Carrie), stepson, John Flood; three grandchildren Annalice, Brayden, and Brielle. He is also survived by his step-mother Shari Hoefer and siblings Chris Bartels, Kelly Konruff (Mike) and Kathy Bartels (Jeff Johnson). He was preceded in death by his father, Larry and mother, Corinne, and stepson, Dusti Wunderlin.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, April 14, 2024 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM at the VFW, Platteville. The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville is serving the family. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.

William Bartels

January 19, 1958 - March 20, 2024

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