A native of Chicago, Illinois, Bob served in the Coast Guard after graduating from high school and later earned a Bachelors degree in Asian Studies from the University of California at Santa Barbara. After moving to Maryland he had a long career at the Central Intelligence Agency, and in retirement spent a number of years enjoying the warm weather and his own pool in Sebastian, Florida, eventually moving back to Maryland to enjoy watching his granddaughter grow up.
Those who loved him called him either “Bob” or “D”. Armed with an infectious smile and a dry sense of humor, and blessed with a strong baritone singing voice, he was a devoted Catholic and son of God. His spare time was spent enjoying time with his family, soaking up the sun, watching TV shows ranging from “Seinfeld” and “The Big Bang Theory” to somber British dramas, and of course, snacking on his peanut M & Ms. He was one of the few who actually read a newspaper, mainly for the “funnies” and the crossword puzzle. He enjoyed watching his granddaughter play softball, yet would absolutely dread going to the annual family O’s game. The family would joke that if Dad wasn’t grumpy, then he wasn’t okay. But regardless if he was grumpy or laughing, he had a huge heart and gave unselfishly to those he loved.
Bob was the beloved husband for 48 years of Bonnie Bartosz; the devoted father of Stephanie Bartosz and Robert "Rob" Bartosz and wife Tara; and cherished grandfather of Delaney Bartosz. He is also survived by his brother, Richard Bartosz and wife Arlene, and a number of cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his youngest brother, Kenneth Bartosz and wife Sandra; and parents Louis and Barbara Bartosz.
A memorial service will be celebrated at St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church at 7850 Parkside Blvd., Hanover, Maryland 21076 on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 10:00am. Inurnment will follow at Meadowridge Memorial Park in Elkridge. The family suggests donations be made to Gilchrist Hospice in Howard County,
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