Ralph Bartels Jr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ralph Bartels Jr. of South Bend, Indiana, born in Mishawaka, Indiana, who passed away on October 26, 2020, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his mother Eleanor Bartels Sr. Ralph; his mother-in-law Virginia Kershner; his siblings, Mary Kemp and Herman "Butch" Bartels; and his grandson Kenny Moss.
He is survived by: his daughters, Sonya Jenlinski (Tom), Sylvia Elias (Brian) and Cindy Moss; his stepsons, George Kershner (Barbara), David Kershner and Kevin Kershner; and his sister Jenny Tracksler. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren.
Expressions of sympathy in memory of Ralph may be donated to Alzheimer's & Dementia Services of Northern Indiana, 922 E. Colfax Avenue, South Bend, In 46617.
