Robert Bertlesman Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Robert Bertlesman (Waterville, New York), born in Utica, New York, who passed away on September 4, 2020, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Bertlesman and Helen Bates Bertlesman; his wife Sharon Rahauiser Vilardi; his son Robert T. Bertlesman; and his brother John Bertlesman.
He is survived by: his children, Kim Matanga of Ft. Worth, TX, John Bertlesman of Ft. Worth, TX, Bridget, David Kilts of Oriskany Falls, Eric and Laurel Vilardi of Georgia; and his siblings, Joan Klossner (John) of Clinton, Mary Ellen Daly (Peter) of Frankfort, Kathleen Sexton (Francis) of Indian Trail, NC, Ann Bertlesman of Winston-Salem, NC, James Bertlesman (Diana) of Sonoma, CA and Thomas Bertlesman (Sally) of San Anselmo, CA. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews cousins and in-laws.
Contributions in his memory may be made to the Oriskany Falls Fire Department, or to the Creekside Community Outreach Center Thrift Store, 105 Madison St., Oriskany Falls, NY 13425.
