Carol M.I.Bartley – nee Shier
On the 19th day of December, a very strong person, kind hearted, fighter until the very end.
Carol was born June 15th 1950 in Oxbow SK. She grew up in Glen Ewen SK. In September 1970 she met her lifelong husband Harvey. Married November 20th 1970. The 2 of them resided in Carroll MB. In August 2004 they decided to move to Brandon MB.
Carol passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Assiniboine Centre.
She was predecesed by her parents Carl and Evelyn Shier of Glen Ewen SK. Carol was their only child. Leaving to mourn her passing are her husband Harvey Bartley, oldest daughter Carla (Dallas) Dufrat and 3 children Bryanna and Rylee McRuer and Zach Dufrat. Youngest daughter Marla (Chris), Sierra, and Trinity Rouire. Along with extended family.
Most of her life has been a battle. In 1981 she was diagnosed with kidney disease which then was followed by peritoneal dialysis. In July 1986 she was blessed with a kidney transplant which lasted for 26 years. In October 2012 the transplant had failed and had to go on hemodialysis. The last 4 years have been a struggle for her with other diagnosis also. With all the struggles that she went through, you would never hear her complain! She has taught us all great life values and how to never give up. Her favourite saying was,” it’s never so bad that it can’t be worse!” With all the struggles and hurdles that she went through, she would be the one to know this.
May you rest in peace Mom, your struggles are over!
A graveside service will take place in the spring.
If so desired donations may be made in memory of Carol to either the Dialysis Unit or Palliative Care Unit in Brandon c/o Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation 150 McTavish Avenue East Brandon, Manitoba R7A 2B3.
At this time we would also like to extend a heart warmed thank-you to all the staff at the Dialysis Unit and Palliative Care Unit. For all the tender loving care that you gave Mom. She considered you all like family!
Harvey, Carla, Marla and families : Sincere Condolences. Carol was a remarkable lady. You will have a lot of good memories. Keep them close to your heart. Sincerely Mickey & Teenie
In deepest sympathy to Harvey, Carla, Marla and Families for your loss. Carol was a fantastic person with a heart of gold and a shining personality. She always loved a good joke whether it was hearing one or playing one on her friends. She will be greatly missed.
Take care.
Harvey and family,
Condolences to you and yours. Carol was always a fighter as she has proved over the last number of years, she will be greatly missed by many.
God be with you all at this difficult time of year.
Our deepest sympathies on your loss
Harvey, Carla, Marla and families…we were so very sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. She was one strong lady and fought the tough fight throughout all her health issues. She persevered through it all with a wonderful family beside her all the way. Her family was her everything and she was so proud of all of you. Know that we’re thinking of you all at this very sad time. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Muriel, Murray, Pat, Rick, Ron and Shelley Turner
Sincere condolences to Harvey, Carla, Marla and families. I had the pleasure of getting to know Carol, a truly great little woman. Always a big smile and a kind word. She loved her family. Take care. Dorothy Walker
We extend our condolences to Harvey & Family
We were so sorry to hear of Carols passing our thoughts and prayer are with you Harvey, Carla and Marla She always had a big smile on her when we seen her thinking off all of you at this time
Harvey, Carla, Marla & families
Our condolences to you at this sad time.
Dear Bartley family members.
Condolences to all of you on your loss.
Carol was always fun to be near. While we all knew of her problems she never let on that anything was amiss. She loved to visit and talk. You always knew what was on her mind and her sense of humor was unbelievable.
Distance kept us apart. The telephone was our means of contact and while the calls we made were infrequent they were so enjoyable. She will be missed.
Carla…I was so sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. May your treasured memories help you through this very sad time.
Sorry to hear of your loss. This is such a sad time of year, but then any time is. Thinking and praying for you and your family at this time. Sincerely Joan Braaksma
Harvey, Carla and Marla. Carroll memories are special memories and your family was special in our journey there. Praying for comfort and peace in this time of grief.
Harvey and family. Deepest Sympathy in the loss of Carol. She sure fought a hard battle. RIP Carol. Never seen Carol without a smile. May memories help you through such a difficult time.
thinking of you at this sad time.. with deepest sympathy.
Harvey, Carla, Marla and families. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Carol.
Ron and Barb Rossow – Glen Ewen, Sk.
Harvey, Carla, Marla and Families,
So sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. Carol put up a terrific fight. She was small, but mighty! Keep your many good memories close to your heart.
Marla and family
Very sorry for loss. I’m glad I met your mom. I won’t forget her smile.
Give harvey hugs from me.
So sorry to hear of Carol’s passing.
Sincerely. Sharon Hayward McCallum & family.
She was a very strong, happy person.