Louise Elizabeth Bartlett, age 99, of Barron, passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021 at Monroe Manor.

She was born in Valley City, North Dakota on April 11, 1922 to Louis and Anna (Berg) Rohde.

Louise moved to the Rice Lake area as a young lady and met William R. Bartlett, who became her husband on April 26, 1947.

Louise was active in her church and in the ladies sewing group. She was a talented seamstress, making many of her sons’ clothing when they were young; as well as for her grandchildren.

She loved her family, the outings and activities; 4H projects, lefsa making cookie days and making homemade doughnuts. She enjoyed trying new recipes, and made many family favorites: Chocolate angel food cake, soft molasses cookies, and of course, lefsa.

In the last years of her life, she enjoyed living at Monroe Manor and being involved in all of the activities.

William and Louise were blessed with three sons that survive her: Robert (Karolyn) of Dallas, Michael (Carolyn) of Barron and Pat (Lynn) Bartlett of Prairie Farm. Their family grew to include 11 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, June Hoff-Ross of Eau Claire; as well as many nieces and nephews; family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; 3 brothers; and 1 sister.

Funeral services for Louise Bartlett will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Salem Lutheran Church in Barron with Rev. Michael Nielsen officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday morning. Burial at Wayside Cemetery will be at a later date.

Arrangements are being handled by Rausch and Steel Funeral Home in Barron.

Last Update: Aug 04, 2021 2:25 pm CDT