James Joseph Bartow Obituary
We announce the death of James Joseph Bartow of Batavia, Illinois, who passed away on June 4, 2026, at the age of 67. James Joseph will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Joseph Bartow to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Eliphaz Bartow and Patricia Bartow (McGrath); and his brother Thomas Bartow. He is survived by: his children, Brooke Gearhart (Dan), Ben Bartow (Tash) and Jessica Bartow; his grandchildren, Daniel, Kaia Gearhart and Orion Bartow; and his siblings, Eileen Rives (James), Charles Bartow, William Bartow (Nancy), Patrick Bartow, Kathleen Reedy (James), Carole Bartow, Susan Kuchta (Steven) and Vicki Bartow (Terri). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
