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Norman Richard Bartling
Norman Richard Bartling
Crestview, FL
Norman Richard Bartling passed away on May 22, 2025 at age 75 in Crestview, FL. Born on December 13, 1949 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Alice and Richard Bartling.
Norman lived a life full of love, stubborn and witty he filled the hearts of everyone he knew with laughter. One of his favorite pastimes was to collect coins and metals. He is a retired Airforce veteran who proudly served for 20+ years.
Norman is preceded in death by his parents and wife Myong Cha Bartling. He is survived by his four children Alica Bowers (David), Melissa Bartling, Michele Bartling, Matthew Bartling (Cassidy), five grandchildren, and four siblings Russell Bartling, Eileen Crone, Marlene Stern, and Janice Sanchez.
No words can express how much he will be missed.
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