Kenneth J. Bartholomew 1959-2024

He was born June 11, 1959, in Youngstown, the son of the late Rocco and Mary Bartholomew.

He was a 1977 graduate of Canfield High School and worked at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital in surgery for many years. He also worked at the Orange Room in the Wedgewood Plaza.

Ken moved to Boulder, Colorado where he opened and operated a business while also working for the Quinoa Corporation. After several years he moved back to the Youngstown area and worked for the Mahoning County Engineer’s Office.

Ken lived a fulfilling life making stained glass, collecting Hot Wheels and was a car enthusiast – especially of Corvettes and his Dodge Charger. Ken had a wide range of interests and hobbies, but he loved his family most of all.

He leaves behind his loving wife of 33 years, Rosemarie Bartholomew; his sons, Travis “T.J.” Bartholomew, Kristian Bartholomew and Tyler Shick; and a granddaughter, Adelina Mitroo.

The companionship he received from his dog, Roxy, brought comfort and happiness into his life.

He also leaves his brother, Dennis (Lynn) Bartholomew of Vero Beach, Florida; and a sister, Linda Schulte (and the late William “Mike” Schulte) of Boardman. Ken leaves behind many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly but upon the death of his brother-in-law, Mike, he took under his wing Scott J. Schulte, Erin Davies and Alexis Stanec.

He always looked out for others and was so full of love that he constantly shared. He spread so much joy around and did wonderful things for those he knew. If an angel is someone who touches your life, then it was Ken. He was an angel without wings.

Private services were held. Kenneth was buried at St. James the Apostle Cemetery in Pulaski, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice House in Poland, for their diligence and care for us in our time of need.

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