Dec. 30, 1956 – Dec. 2, 2024
Albert Bartzick, 67, passed away Monday Dec. 2, 2024, in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by family and friends.
Albert was born on Dec. 30, 1956, in Yonkers, New York, son of the late Hubert Bartzick and Rosemarie Bartzick (Bittlingmeir). Albert grew up in Briarcliff Manor, New York, where he attended Briarcliff High School. After graduating, Albert worked alongside his father in their family business for many years. Continuing the family business, he established Oak Mountain Properties in Croton on Hudson, New York. Albert owned and operated Oak Mountain Properties until his retirement in 2022.
Albert married Diane (Smith) on Aug. 27, 1994, at the lake house where Albert enjoyed many years with his family and friends. Albert started a family with Diane in Yorktown Heights, New York, where they had two children Daniel Bartzick (Haley) and Rachael Bartzick. As a family, they made their big move to Big Sky in 2007.
Albert was dedicated to spending quality time with his family, friends and dogs. You could always find him with a fishing pole in his hand or asking if anyone wanted to go four-wheeling. Not to leave out his love for camping, live music, being on the water, skiing and traveling. It was never a bad day when you were with him doing what he loved. Albert always wore a smile, and greeted everyone like he had known them for years. Affectionately known by his family and friends as “Captain Slow,” Albert was never in a hurry, and lived his life to the fullest everyday.
Albert is survived by his wife, Diane, son, Daniel Bartzick (Haley), daughter, Rachael Bartzick, brother, Richard Bartzick (Debra), sister, Rosemarie Slachta, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. on Dec. 13, 2024, at the Riverhouse BBQ & Events in Big Sky. Additionally, a second celebration will be held next summer, 2025, at the lake house on East Sidney Lake in Franklin, New York. Details TBD.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any of the following organizations that Albert loved and supported: Trout Unlimited, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (Montana and New York chapters), Gallatin River Task Force and Madison River Foundation.
