Obituaries
Marjorie Schlimme Bartone, 93
December 12, 1931 - February 05, 2025
Marjorie Schlimme Bartone, 93, of Strasburg, passed away peacefully in her home of more than 52 years on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. She was surrounded by love and her Classic Country music. She was born in Compass, Chester County, and was one of 11 children of Fred Schlimme and Helen Thompson Schlimme. Marjorie is predeceased by her parents and siblings and the two great loves of her life, her husband Donald Joseph Bartone, and her long-time companion John W. (Jack) Gass. Surviving is her son, Donald J. Bartone, II (Lancaster), her daughters Beth Anne Good (Montana) and Kerry L. Bartone (Lancaster), and her grandchildren Joshua Allen French, Jared Michael French, and Adam Joseph Bartone and many nieces and nephews.
Marjorie’s dedication was always to her family first. Employed outside of the home at various times in her life (Lukens Steel, Penn Dairies and Educator’s Mutual Life Insurance) her most cherished and important role was always as ‘Mom’, ‘Mom-Mom’ and ‘Aunt Margie’. Her greatest joy was her home, helping others, and walking down the ‘back road’ and around and about Strasburg talking and visiting with neighbors and friends. One of her most cherished memories that she frequently shared was around the time spent at the camper with Jack at the Avalon Campground and the summers with her grandchildren and loved ones at the Jersey shore. The world needs more people like Marjorie; kind and pure of heart, the ability to accept and forgive others unconditionally, and always ready to lend a helping hand.
Private interment with her husband will be in Saint Cecilia’s Cemetery, Coatesville, PA.
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Condolences to the Family
March 18, 2025
Beth,
I’m sorry to hear about your mom. I enjoyed the times we went to her house;she was always so good to and with Taylor. My favorite was her walking Taylor on the beach until she calmed down and fell asleep.
Marita
February 13, 2025
Kerry,
It was an honor to get to know your precious mother over these many months. She was the sweetest! She was always appreciative of the help I could lend her (except for the eye drops – not so much) She shared so many happy memories of her childhood (farm chores, canning, school), her years raising her children (baking and Christmas-time, birthdays) & other light-hearted moments. I was blessed by her kindness, cheerfulness & sweet spirit. Even in her weakened state she was concerned for my comfort which is a testament of her character. Her last words to me were of her grandchildren and how proud she was of them. I will miss her dearly. – Your Friend, Sarah Powell
February 12, 2025
Kerry,
I am so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. Your deep love for her was always so evident and I know it must leave a deep hole in your heart to be missing her. It was such a blessing to see how you cared for her and showed her your love. Keeping you in my prayers.
Dean Witmer
February 07, 2025
My Condolences to The Family. I had the pleasure of meeting Margie and being her neighbor we shared many stories together and watched game shows I will miss her terribly she was a kind and thoughtful person
Lillian Halpin
February 07, 2025
Adam & family,
I had the pleasure of meeting Margie when she made the super-human effort to attend Ronnie & Adam’s wedding on October 21, 2023. I thank Kerry for getting her there. Although she was suffering from the illnesses that ravage a person in their NINETIES, she walked & stood on her own. Her grace & kindness were palpable. Her mind was sharp as a tack. What a good person she must’ve been to all. I’m sorry for your loss & hope the pleasant memories of her time on earth ease your sorry.
VALERIE E. ARMSTEAD
February 06, 2025
Kerry I am sorry for the loss of your Mother. You have been so caring and supportive of her. You made sure to do as she wished and made sure she was taken care of and able to stay in her home. We know she is in a better place but you will miss her so much. I enjoyed the few times I got to visit and play cards with her. Take care.
Tina
February 06, 2025
I’m am so sorry for your loss. She always said hi and talked to us every time we were out. She was truly the neighbor everyone new. My mother will miss her at breakfast with Becky.
February 06, 2025
Kerry,
I’m sorry to hear about your mother. Losing somone so special is incredibly hard. I know how much she meant to you. I wanted you to know I’m here for you. Be strong at this difficult time. Thinking of you.
I wanted you to know I’m here. I’m not going anywhere, and I’m available to help you whenever you need it. Just let me know.”
Surinder Upal
February 06, 2025
Kerry,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how much your mom meant to you, and I can only imagine how difficult this must be. The love and care you gave her over these past few years was truly special, and I hope those moments bring you comfort in the days ahead. She was lucky to have you by her side, and I’m sure she felt that every day.
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Ossama Kaiss
February 06, 2025
Margie was such a dear friend with my mother and father. Many fond memories of her. My prayers are with the family at this most difficult time. Fondly, Patty O’Leary Ohar
February 06, 2025
Aunt Margie was a lovely woman and will be missed by her family and friends. Prayers for the many wonderful memories to help comfort you.
Mary Louise (Schlimme) Hornak
February 06, 2025
Kerry, I am so sorry for you loss. We are all thinking of you at the hotel. We only wish you the best.
Paul Kremp
