86, of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2016 in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Rattling Brook, Greenbay, N.L., he was a son of the late Francis and Jane Bartlett. Frank began his 37 year career with the United States Consulate in St. John's, N.L. He was transferred to Halifax, N.S. in 1976 where he worked until his retirement in 1990. In his retirement years, he enjoyed traveling to Florida with Jean for the winters and he also loved to play darts and horseshoes. Frank is survived by his wife of almost 58 years, Jean (Legrow); daughters Karen (Gord) Healey, Janet (Rodney) Butt; son Gary (Shauna); grandchildren, Corinne and Ryan Healey, Gary (Naomi) and Gregory (Robyn) Bartlett, Kyle and Emily Butt; great-granddaughter Eva. He is also survived by his siblings Audrey Brown and Maurice Bartlett, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Eric and Guy. Cremation has taken place. The funeral service will be held at 10 am on Friday, July 15 in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main Street, Dartmouth, N.S., Rev. James Haughn officiating. Interment in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Reception to follow in the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Canada. The family wishes to thank the nurses in the dialysis unit of Dartmouth General Hospital. Online condolences may be made by visiting the Dartmouth Chapel at www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com.