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Ellen Vanmeter Bartlett Obituary

Ellen Jane Vanmeter Bartlett, 91, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. A native of Marengo, IN, Ellen was the daughter of the late Joseph and Clevie Stroupe Vanmeter. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Cornelious Bartlett; and twin sister, Helen Jean Dearborn. She is survived by her daughter, Kathy Ponder; son, Danny Eugene Bartlett; and brothers, Russell Owen and Otto James Vanmeter. The graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday at Ashelawn Gardens of Memory. The Rev. Jimmy Page will officiate. Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Rd. is assisting the family.

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Published by 828 News Now on Jul. 5, 2025.

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