By Jim Meridith
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  • Visitation

    Tuesday, January 29, 2019

    12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

    Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home

    West Salem, IL

  • Service

    Tuesday, January 29, 2019

    2 p.m.

    Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home

    West Salem, IL

    Burial to follow at Marion Church Cemetery

  • Full Obituary

    Bart R. Greifzu was born July 19, 1960 to Russell and Doris Greifzu and passed from this life on January 24, 2019.

    He is preceded in death by his father Russell Greifzu, great-nephew Brantley Charles Greifzu, and uncles.

    Bart will be greatly missed by his mother Doris Greifzu, sister Debrah (Jim) Stover, brothers Dan (Kathy) Greifzu and Richard Greifzu, and twin brother Brett Greifzu. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews who he truly enjoyed tormenting and close friends Braxton, Zack, Dave, and Jamie.

    He enjoyed his life long occupation as a farmer and butcher and most of all, he missed very few farm auctions.

    Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 29, 2019 from noon to 2 p.m. at Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home in West Salem, IL. The funeral service will begin at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with burial to follow at Marion Church Cemetery.

    Memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House and envelopes will be available at the service.

    Family and friends are asked to dress casual for the service.

    Fond memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.meridithfuneralhome.com.

    Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home of West Salem is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

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12 Condolences
 
  1. Greg and Alice Mullinax / January 25, 2019 at 6:33 pm

    We will always remember Bart as a kind, friendly soul. Our sympathies to all the families. Hugs to you all.

  2. francine howard / January 25, 2019 at 6:39 pm

    So very sorry to hear of Barts passing. Went to school and worked with Bart at “Jack’s” Meat Processing in Parkersburg, Had’nt seen him in years. Sending prayers for comfort and strength during this difficult time.

  3. GLENNA and QUINN HUNLEY / January 25, 2019 at 7:04 pm

    5o the family, Quinn and I are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

  4. Deb Wyatt / January 25, 2019 at 7:08 pm

    Bart had several meals at my table year’s back. I was always happy to cook for him. He was a best bud to Jeremy, took him fishing, deer hunting, and coon hunting. He was a person that would help you do anything. Bart will truly be missed by many. RIP Bart

  5. Cathy Walkenbach / January 25, 2019 at 7:46 pm

    So sorry for your loss Doris. Prayers and comfort for you and all the family.

  6. Trellis Greifzu Stehr / January 25, 2019 at 8:22 pm

    So sorry to hear of Bart’s untimely passing. My thoughts are with all of you as you make your way through the difficult days ahead.

  7. Mindy Newsum / January 26, 2019 at 3:41 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Heartfelt condolences and prayers for all of you. Love you

  8. Philip and Donna Rose / January 27, 2019 at 6:34 pm

    Doris just losing are son we are broken hearted for you and your family Philip liked Bart very much. We will pray for you now and later.

  9. James D. Stover / January 27, 2019 at 8:10 pm

    To Jim and Deb and family, So sorry for your loss of Bart!

  10. Albert Bricker / January 28, 2019 at 10:21 am

    I was sorry to hear about Bart. I always remember the year him Jerry Short and I went camping every weekend. The last time we went that year we woke up and it was snowing. Always a fun person to be around. My prayers go out to the family.

  11. Eric and Sarah Pampe / January 29, 2019 at 12:59 pm

    Doris with miles apart we are Thinking of you and your family. Bart will be missed! Memories of Bart with his cows across from mom and dads is one of our greatest memories.
    Even the the dogs got excited when you would say where is Bart; that they looked out the window and would start barking when he came into their view. He always had time for a wave and a smile.
    Bart always would extend a hand to his neighbors and community we are grateful have known him.

  12. Deb Sterchi / January 29, 2019 at 2:26 pm

    Sorry to here this I had several classes in high school with Bart. He was a nice quiet guy with a nice smile as I remember.

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