Donald C. Bartley M.D

Donald C. Bartley, MD, 61, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on December 18, 2012. Son of the late Carol and Maurice Bartley and stepson of the late Sylvia Rosenberg Bartley, “Bart” was born and raised in Jacksonville and graduated from Johns Hopkins University, The University of Florida College of Medicine, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for residency, and Emory University for fellowship. He practiced as an infectious disease specialist in Jacksonville for 25 years at St. Vincent’s Medical Center, where he made many lifelong friends in his fellow doctors and medical staff. Among his favorite joys in life were playing piano and guitar, playing golf at his “home away from home” San Jose Country Club, cheering on the Jacksonville Jaguars and spending time with his extensive and loving family and friends. He will always be remembered for his sense of humor and the compassion and graciousness he showed to all. He is survived by his wife of thirty-five years Kim Bartley; son and daughters Aaron (Lindsay) Bartley, Leah (Scott) Kennelly, and Sarah Bartley; grandson David Kennelly; siblings Judy Bartley Mizrahi and Brenda (Lewis B.) Pollak; and step-siblings Jon S. (Daryl) Rosenberg, Renee (Stephen) Barnett, and Debra (Robert) Parkhurst. Survivors also include numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law and dear friend Dr. David Mizrahi. The family extends special appreciation to Dr. Joel Stone and his staff, River Garden Hebrew Home, and Community Hospice of Northeast Florida for providing exemplary and compassionate care. Memorial donations may be made to River Garden Hebrew Home, Community Hospice, or to a charity of choice. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, December 19, 2012, at 2:00pm in Oaklawn Cemetery, located at 4801 San Jose Blvd. with Rabbi Michael Matuson officiating.

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Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home 4115 Hendricks Ave. Jacksonville, FL 32207. (904) 346-3808.