Richard Mark Bartholomew was born December 5, 1949, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Lyman Mark and Laura Margaret (Fleisch) Bartholomew. He has an older brother, Gerald Bartholomew (deceased), and a younger sister, Lynda Mae (Bartholomew) Bolig.
He grew up in Sugar House, attending Highland High School where he met Nannette Burnham. They were married in 1970, enjoying 53 years of marriage and 5 children: Nichole, Holly, Dustin, Sabrina, and Tabitha. They treasure 14 grandchildren.
Dick attended the University of Utah, earning a Ph.D. in Biochemistry. Known at work as "King Richard," he had a passion for science. His son said it best, "He was a remarkable man. You may not know it, but his work impacted your life."
After 43 years in San Diego, Dick and Nannette retired to Tucson to be near family.
He loved sports, gemology, and outings. His love for travel took him across the globe. Most of all, he loved sitting around the table laughing with his family.
Richard lived life to the fullest. He passed away on February 20, 2024. There is comfort found in the knowledge that he is whole again, with his brilliant mind, passion for life, sense of humor, and love of his family.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 6th at 11:00 AM at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. Dimple Dell Road, Sandy, UT. Friends are invited to greet his family during a visitation one hour prior to services. If you would like to watch the services, please click on the blue "Watch Services" button above.
Dick was an amazing man and had an amazing family. He and Nanette created the most incredible children and grandchildren. What a beautiful legacy that lives on in his name.
May the Lord bless you all with peace, and love during this time. Know that Dick is smiling down whole again, body and soul.
Love to you all. ❤️
Those of us that have loved Dick for many years, will love remembering him as the fun loving man that always made his family first in his life. We are all so grateful to have known of his many contributions to the world of auto immune diseases. His love for his family and his work was always amazing. My love to his family. You were truly blessed to have such a great father and grandfather. Love and light to follow you as you remember him.
Dick was a friend, neighbor, and travel budy. I will always remember the great adventures we shared. Cabo San Lucas, off-roading in baja, Hotel California (Todos Santos), Tombstone, New Orleans, and enjoying some of my homebrew. We both loved the adventure, and will never forget.
We are sorry to hear of Richard's passing but grateful he is where he can learn and progress again. We love the Bartholomews!