Gladys Ellen Bartels passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family December 10, 2020.  She had just celebrated her 93 ^rd birthday.

Gladys was born November 16, 1927 in Paso Robles, CA.  She moved to Nevada in the mid-1940's when she met the love of her life William "Bill" Bartels.  They were married March 14, 1947 and celebrated 69 years of marriage when her beloved husband passed before her.

They moved their family from Gardnerville to the ranch in Yerington in the summer of 1972.  Aunt Gladys, Mom, Grandma was devoted to her family and raised many children, family or not.  When she wasn't taking care of others, she enjoyed reading, doing puzzles, crocheting and baking her family-famous apple pies.

She was preceded in death by her husband William "Bill" Bartels and her daughter Jean Bartels.

She is survived by her daughter Bille Bartels and 3 sons William "Rodney" Bartels, Rick Bartels and Jon "Randy" Bartels; 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

No services will be held at this time.  A private family celebration of life will be at a later date.   Family and friends are invited to sign her online guest book at www.FRFH.net

Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Freitas Rupracht Funeral Home, 25 Hwy 208 Yerington, NV 89447 (775) 463-2911

Bye for now Grandma!