Mary Lucille Bartel Obituary
The memory of Mary Lucille Bartel in Washington, District of Columbia, born in Hertford, North Carolina, who passed away on September 13, 2025 at the age of 92, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid adieu to Mary Lucille's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Mary Lucille has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She is survived by: her husband Donald Bartel; her daughter Karen Drumm (Bob) of Little River, SC; her grandchildren, Kasey Casteel (Seanna) of Charlotte, NC, Corey Drumm of Ayden, NC and Kathleen Colaluca (Chris) of Springfield, VA.; her great grandchildren, Jack Casteel, Nicholas Colaluca and Sienna Colaluca; and her sister Francis Byrum of Edenton, NC..
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Samaritan's Purse P O Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 or to Riverdale United Methodist Church 5195 Hwy. 70 East, New Bern, NC 28562.
