FREDERICK “BUZZY” MICHAEL BARTOCK

Frederick Michael “Buzzy” Bartock, 67, of Smithfield, PA. passed away suddenly on April 7, 2026 at
home with his loving wife, of 30 years, Brenda at his side. He was born in Uniontown, PA on June
16, 1958.
Before retiring, Buzzy was employed as a Coal Miner for 32 years. He was a member of UMWA and
Teamsters Union Local #491 Uniontown, PA.
Buzzy was a star athlete at Laurel Highlands Senior High School. His number on the football team
was #61, he was also voted team captain. In 1976 he was named to the All-County Football Team
and the WPIAL AAA All Star Football Team. One of Buzzy’s most memorable experiences during his
football career was he had the extreme pleasure of playing against Joe Montana. Along with his
football career he lettered in the following sports: Track & Field and Basketball. In the summers, he
played Baseball for Continental #2, Uniontown PA.
Buzzy enjoyed many different things: Hunting, Fishing, & being an avid Steelers Football Fan. Most
of all he enjoyed spending his time with his loving wife and beautiful great granddaughter Aspen.
Predeceased in death by his father Joseph F. and his mother Viola (Carbonara) Bartock, and his
brother Joseph Bartock.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Brenda (Barton) Bartock; Sisters: RoseAnn (John)
Sloboda; Patty (Paul) Thomas; Caroline (Rennie) Heavener; Brother Michael (Susan) Bartock;
Special sister-in-law Linda (Vignali) Bartock; Step Children: Loribeth Stewart, Danielle (Brendon)
Steele, Dennis Ferree (Buzzy was his dedicated caretaker); Grandchildren: Maeanna Cooley
(Nathan) Fulmer, Saydie Steele, Mia Steele; His beloved Great Granddaughter Aspen Fulmer (Asp)
who he adored; Nieces and Nephews: Richard Johns, Santino Sloboda, Marissa Brooks, Eric
Bartock, Mark Bartock, Joey Thomas, Sherri Bartock, Justin Bartock, and Kristin Mazzone.
Buzzy was a member of the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church of Uniontown PA.
Our Heartfelt appreciation goes out to the exceptional EMS Team(s) for their dedicated service and
efforts.
Regards,
John S. Maykuth Jr. Funeral Home