Dorothy entered into eternal life surrounded by her 7 children, Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. Beloved wife of the late William C. (Bill) Bartoni; dearest mother of Michael (late Peggy), Nick, Patty (Warren) Keith, late Rick, Susie (Joe) Vollmer, Annie (Mark) Stika and Theresa.
Grandmother of 10, Great Grandmother of 24 and Great-Great Grandmother of 1; dear aunt and cousin.
As a child, she graduated from Sacred Heart School in Morrilton, Ark; moved to St. Louis and attended Rosati Kain High School, and then went onto Depaul Nursing School and obtained an RN.
Dorothy was a devoted member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church. She walked to 6:30 mass daily for many, many years.
She enjoyed bowling with her friends, as well as monthly Senior Citizen luncheons, and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Society.
Mom loved to play cards with family and friends. She was also known as the card lady, because she never forgot your birthday or anniversary, and always remembered the shut-ins. Mom was the first to send you a get well note if you were sick.
She became known as the ‘Friday brownie lady’ at Milos, where you not only got a delicious brownie but more importantly a bite of her wisdom.
Our Mom was a simple person. Her faith was the guiding force for her life—a life committed to God. She prayed her entire life that this same force would be instilled in her children and her extended family as well.
She was a devout Catholic. Be like Dorothy.
9:00 a.m. Mass, Monday, Sept. 28 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church
on The Hill. (no visitation)
Burial following mass at Jefferson Barracks.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to
–Sick & Elderly, 2315 Macklind, 63110
–St. Ambrose FOREVER 5524 Daggett 63110
–Sacred Heart Church 506 East Broadway, Morrilton, Ark. 72110
–BGVF(Bartoni Girl’s Vacation Fund); after all she would want her girls to continue their yearly girl’s trip (😊 JUST KIDDING LOL!!!!)
So sorry for your loss. Our Condolences.
Sincerely,
Ron and Jean Puricelli
Mike & Susie, So sorry for your loss. God Bless her in heaven and comfort you and your family in this difficult time.
Eddie & Carolyn
Mrs Bartoni was such a fun and classy lady. We always enjoyed talking with her at her grandchildren’s birthday parties.
May she rest in peace. ✝️
What a wonderful woman, we’ll miss seeing and chatting with her on Saturday afternoons.
Condolences to the family and all that knew and loved her.
One of a kind!
We are saddened for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Merlo’s- G.J. -Jennifer- Karli- Kati and Joey
To the ENTIRE BARTONI FAMILY,
We send our Deepest Sympathy on the Passing of Dorthy. She leaves a Legacy of a Wonderful Family!!!
May your cherished Memories bring you comfort.
Sincerely, John & Jessie Nelke
She was a gem! Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
You’re a lucky man to have lived a life with your Mom.
So Sorry for your loss. What a blessing she had to have such a loving and devoted family God bless
Dear Susie, your family and Joe. There are few times in life when we’re not only blessed to know you but to meet your sister and you and your Mom at Square One Brewery while you were both enjoying lunch together. I was with my sister when I saw you both not too long ago. I know your love of family and friends is a testament to your beautiful and Kind Mom, your entire family, extended families and friends. May God keep you all in his loving heart and soul as I know God lives in you. Sharing with much Love and Gratitude that I’ve met you and your Loving, Beautiful Heart and Soul lives forever in you, your family and your dear Brother Rick. ‘ Heaven, I’m in Heaven and I know my Heart can Hardly Speak, when we’re Dancing with each other Cheek to Cheek.’ I love you, Janie Comerio
Mike and Family, so sorry to learn of the loss of your Mom. She sounds like a wonderful woman who must have spread joy to wherever she went and whomever she met.
We can’t afford to lose people like your Mom. Good and kind doesn’t begin to describe her. I know that by the time I heard and said a prayer for her she was already in Our Lord’s arms. So the tears we shed are for us not her.
To Mike and the entire family.
What a beautiful, sweet lady your mom was? Always smiling and had a good thing to say and never forgot your name!!! Certainly a role model for how to live a great life! I will forever remember how kind she was to everyone, especially growing up on the hill. May she rest in peace.
My heart is broken on the loss of this special lady. A cherished memory was having been flower girl in Bill and Dotty’s wedding. Bill gave great hugs, and both of them were so loving. My deepest sympathy goes out to all her family. I will miss seeing her at Church. “Pooba”
We are so sorry for your loss, we have fond memories of Bill and Dorothy at GRANA’s Market. Such a wonderful family.
Prayers for the Bartoni Family
Nikki (Holland) and Steve Oldani
So sorry to hear, but it appears she had a long and wonderful life. Our sincerest condolences to all members of the family.
Jim and Mary Kay Wehmeier
So saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. She was the real deal, a truly kind and caring person. I am sorry to be out of town and unable to attend the service.
All of you are in my thoughts and prayers…💕🙏🏼
I only knew Dorothy ‘from afar” as it were until she started sending cards to my mom when my mom went into assisted living. It was only then that I really got to know just how special she was and, between cards, she would always ask me about my mom. I will never forget her thoughtfulness. She brought so much joy to others. Now, may her joy be complete in heaven and may peace be with the entire Bartoni family.
To the entire Bartoni family, I am sorry for your loss. Dorothy was truly special. She sent my parents, George and Betty Pirone, an anniversary card every year. You definitely have an angel in heaven, looking down on you.
Patty and Michael Opfer
Mike and Family,
I am sorry for your loss of such a maternal pillar your mom has been for you. Her photo depicts a woman of rare character and drive. Rest assured she will continue to look down upon you and make a difference in your lives. Bless her and all of you.
It would be hard to find a sweeter Lady. She was my den mother when I was a cub scout 100 years ago. My sympathy to the Bartoni family.
Our deepest sympathy to the family she was a very special lady that will truly be missed. She always send Birthday and Anniversay cards which we truly appreciated . God Bless you Dorothy.
Mrs. Bartoni was a treasure to all who knew her. A kinder, sweeter woman would be very hard to find. My sincere sympathy to all.
Dorothy Bartoni was a great example of the Catholic faith! You heard it in her voice every time you talked with her! Loved her & her family so much! She had a wonderful life & now I am sure is with Jesus.
Mrs. Bartoni, was one of kindest and sweetest persons I have known. She always had a beautiful smile for everyone she met. She was a devout Catholic and I admired the way she truly lived her faith. It was my great pleasure to know her. My sincerest sympathy to all her family.
In addition to all her great qualities already mentioned, I’d like to add that she was a great neighbor! She will certainly be missed.
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our Deepest sympathies to you and your families.
To the Bartoni Family:
I remember Dorothy Bartoni soo well! She and my Mom, Dorothy Ronzio, were tight as thieves, as scout leaders and all time fun makers! They were tireless leaders! A number of years ago, I visited with Mrs Bartoni when she lived across Wilson from my Aunt Julia Pastori. She was saying byebye to her kids and grandkids after their traditional Sunday breakfast. She was absolutely gleeful that they all continued to come over for breakfast at her house. Her smile radiated and my sympathies to the Bartoni Family who will miss that glow. I pray that your memories of your Mom, always challenging to be sure, will in time bring you peace and make you smile again.
My Sympathy,
Margaret Ronzio Givens