Mr. Michael R. Bertram, 66, passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, November 30, 2010.
A lifelong resident of Racine, he was born on September 15, 1944, the son of Robert and Rose (nee: Borup) Bertram. They preceded him in death. He attended Washington Park High School.
Mr. Bertram served his country with the U.S. Army. While stationed in Alaska he met the love of his life, Alice Wells. They married on January 9, 1965.
Mr. Bertram retired from Govednik Automotive Transmission Specialists as a sales manager. He was an avid golfer who also enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends. He especially treasured his daily caretaking for his three year old granddaughter, Ava.
His survivors include his wife, Alice; his daughters, Cynthia (Jeffrey) McCarrier both of Racine, Michelle Schoettler; his son, Jesse Bertram both of Kenosha; grandchildren, Jason and Ava; sisters, Nancy (George) Schultz, Deborah (Richard) Hitzelberger both of Racine; brother-in-law, Ray (Carolyn) Wells of Anchorage, AK; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and many dear friends. He was also preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Doris Maxim. Mr. Bertram loved life and valued everyone he knew. He will be dearly missed.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. for a visitation. A celebration of his life and funeral service will take place at Gethsemane Lutheran Church (3319 Washington Ave.) on Monday, December 6, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Alice Horton officiating. An interment service will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. There will also be a visitation in the church on Monday from 10-11 a.m.
Diane and Donny Pfarr says
Rest in peace dear friend … we will display your snowman and wreath every year outdoors in your memory. We have declared the month of December the “month of Mike” and will do our best to make this world a better place in your memory. We will miss you very much!
Peg Anderson says
Alice, So sorry to hear about Mike. I know he was a wonderful husband and father to you all and will be greatly missed. Please know I would be there if I wasn't so far away and that you are all in my prayers and thoughts at this time.
Cindy Rosko says
Just can't believe it. I will miss your booming "FORE" on the golf course and everything else about you. We've been friends for so long, but not long enough.
Deb Lovall says
Alice, Cindy,and Michelle,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers as is your entire family.
Deb Lovall
Cecile "Kit" Beecham says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family in their time of mourning.
Brenda Drake says
Alice, Cindy, Michelle, and Jesse,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Molly Papania says
A wonderful man, a wonderful family. Much love to all of you at this time.
Tim, Debbie & Jennifer Oatsvall says
Alice, Cindy, Shelley & Jesse you are all in our hearts,thoughts and prayers. He will be sadly missed and foundly remembered as a good friend. We all know that he will be watching over the family he loved so very much.
Jan Buchmann says
Cindy and Family,
We here at Wheaton are so sorry for the loss of your Dear Dad.
Craig Cook says
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mike. We send you are deepest condolences. Best wishes.
Melissa Perdomo says
Alice, Cindy and Michelle, I'm very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Weathers Zentz says
Alice, Cindy, Shelly and Jess and Families: I am so very sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories when I stayed with you and Mike a couple of weekends when I was in Lake Bluff for 2 weeks straight and all the times joking around with him on the phone when I would call. He was a great guy and a lot of fun. I had so much fun with you guys and wonderful memories. He was such an upbeat person. I was trying to find a way to get back to Racine, but flights were pretty outrageous. I will be in touch soon. Love you, Ann