It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Wayne Bartholomew, a loving husband and father who left this world far too soon at the age of 46. David’s life was a testament to the enduring power of love, family, strength, and fun. His memory will continue to inspire his family and all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
David was born on January 5th, 1977, and above all, became a wonderful husband to his beloved wife, Graciela, and an exceptional father to their four children. David and Graciela were married in the Manti Temple on August 12th, 2000. His unwavering love and dedication to his family were the hallmark of his life.
David also had many talents. He knew how things worked and was constantly creating and designing things; friends thought of him as a real-life MacGyver! In his professional life, David followed in the footsteps of his grandfather, the late Charlie Bates, and became an engineer. He made significant contributions to Wencor, Flowserve and Caldera Engineering, leaving a lasting impact on the success of both companies, and on the lives of those he worked with.
In his leisure time, David found joy and adventure in exploring the beauty of nature, especially with his family. This included family backpacking trips, bike rides, hiking, skiing, and afternoon walks. He loved travelling with his family as well. He also enjoyed model planes and drones, and would keep family memories by taking aerial videos of family activities. One particularly cherished hobby was restoring his vintage Ford Mustang. He poured his heart and soul into this project, reviving the classic car and preserving a piece of family history. His brothers have since finished it for him.
David served honorably as a missionary in Manaus, Brazil for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He possessed a strong testimony of our Savior and God’s love for all His children. He served as a youth leader, ward clerk, and Elder’s Quorum President, but the calling he cherished the most was being a father and husband.
David is preceded in death by his beloved grandparents Charlie Bates, and Margaret and Wayne Bartholomew; his mom, Jean (Bates) Prete; and mother-in-law, Graciela Peralta Hesiquio. He is survived by his wife, Graciela Bartholomew; his children, Briana, David, Melinda, and Tyler; his parents, Bert and Debbie Bartholomew, Santiago Javier Alvarez, and Lon Prete; his grandmother, Ellen Bates; and his siblings, Debbie Snider, Russell Bartholomew, Paul Bartholomew, and Connor Bartholomew.
To honor David, a service celebrating his life will be held at 12:00pm on Monday, September 11th. The service will take place at the church located at 1850 S 2300 E, Spanish Fork, UT 84660, where friends and family can come together to remember and pay their respects to this remarkable man who touched so many lives.
In lieu of flowers, if you desire to help with funeral costs,
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7 Condolences for David Wayne Bartholomew
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Shar Chatterley says
September 9, 2023 at 7:55 pmTò the wonderful Bartholomew family, I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was one of the sweetest, kindest person I have ever known. I adored him. It meant the world to me when he would come and visit. He amwas also such a good friend to my son, Zac. It is such a blessing to know that you will be with him again some day. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Shar Chatterley.
Chuntz Alison says
September 10, 2023 at 2:57 pmMy husband and I were serving at the Payson Temple baptistry Saturday when your family came. Your two youngest children performed baptisms for the dead. We are grateful for your example to us and others at the temple who came to better understand why we come to the temple when our hearts are burdened and grieving. We offer our love to you.
Jana Brookes says
September 11, 2023 at 3:35 amGraciela and family,
Dave was always so kind to our family and we are so grateful to have had the chance to know him. We continue to pray for you all. We know that our words can’t ever possibly convey enough sympathy but we do pray for you to have all the comfort our Heavenly Father offers you. We love your family so much.
Kevin Wilding says
September 11, 2023 at 5:19 pmSo sorry to hear about this. Dave was a real nice guy and a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leonardo Osornio says
September 12, 2023 at 3:19 amLa familia Osornio Madatada damos nuestras condolencias a la familia Bartholomew compartimos su dolor y perdida, sabemos por la sangre de nuestro salvador Jesucristo que vamos a resucitar y estaremos reunidos nuevamente como familia eterna. Pedimos consuelo a toda la familia. Sabemos que nuestro hno David tiene un galardón con nuestro padre. Graciela eres un gran mujer, valiente, que nuestro padre te de amor y consuelo en este momento. Sentimo no estar ahí pero tienen nuestro apoyo y oraciones con usted. Les amamos.
Leonardo Osornio says
September 12, 2023 at 3:21 amLa familia Osornio Madatada damos nuestras condolencias a la familia Bartholomew compartimos su dolor y perdida, sabemos por la sangre de nuestro salvador Jesucristo que vamos a resucitar y estaremos reunidos nuevamente como familia eterna. Pedimos consuelo a toda la familia. Sabemos que nuestro hno David tiene un galardón con nuestro padre. Graciela eres un gran mujer, valiente, que nuestro padre te de amor y consuelo en este momento. Sentimo no estar ahí pero tienen nuestro apoyo y oraciones con usted. Les amamos.
Juan Manuel Ruiz Herrada says
September 13, 2023 at 3:52 amGraciela, me acabo de enterar y con mucho pesar por esta separación temporaria te mando mis más sinceras condolencias. Aunque tuve una oportunidad muy breve de conocer a David, supe instantáneamente que David es un hombre bueno y que no habías podido haber escoger a alguien mejor que el como tu compañero eterno.
Recibe todo el amor y apoyo de un servidor y mi esposa Mar. Que Nuestro Bondadoso Padre le tenga en su rebozo hasta que lo vuelvas a ver en esa mansión celestial que se han sabido ganar.
La vida es muy hermosa a pesar de estas experiencias de probación que todos debemos pasar, porque hasta Él, que es el mayor de todos, lo hizo. Pedimos que Dios te de la fortaleza interna para continuar adelante por tus hijos y por ti misma. Nunca estarás sola, nos tienes a tus amigos, y a tu Salvador.
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