Barton Peter Lund

Bart was a man of exceptional character, embodying kindness, intelligence, confidence, and purpose. His generosity and consideration for others were evident in every aspect of his life. His profound love for his wife and family was unmistakably apparent to all who knew him. Bart's zest for life was infectious; he cherished every moment, finding joy and purpose regardless of the circumstances. His demeanor was inspiring and transformative, profoundly touching the lives of those fortunate enough to have crossed paths with him.

Bart is survived by his beloved wife, Sheila; his daughter, Christina; his son, Kenneth; his sister, Luise; his nephew, Thad; and his niece, Laura. His first wife, Edelgard, his mother, Elizabeth, and his father, Peter, preceded him in death.

Bart honorably served in the US Army from 1955 to 1958, stationed in El Paso, Texas. During his service, he received extensive education in electronics and missile systems. Building on this expertise, Bart later assumed the role of a NATO missile systems instructor, where he shared his knowledge and skills with others in the field.

After his honorable discharge from the army, Bart embarked on a seven-year career with Western Electric. He specialized in modifying missile systems as a field engineer, taking him across thirty states and various European locations. During his tenure at Astrodata, Inc., in Anaheim, CA, from 1965 to 1970 as a digital design engineer, Bart pursued and achieved his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree with a minor in Business Computing from California State University, Fullerton.

In 1970, Bart's career path led him to Stuttgart, Germany, where he joined Robert Bosch GmbH. He initially served as a Programmer/Analyst and later ascended to unit manager for manufacturing software systems. Bart's journey with Robert Bosch continued in 1978 when he relocated to Charleston, South Carolina, serving as a consultant for the corporation's manufacturing plant. His expertise and leadership were further recognized in 1980 when he was appointed the manager of computer system development for three Robert Bosch plants located in Charleston and Anderson, South Carolina, and Juarez, Mexico.

Bart culminated his illustrious career with a well-deserved retirement in 1997, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and excellence in his field.

While living at The Villages, Bart enjoyed walking, playing golf and tennis, swimming, skiing, and dancing. His zest for life was infectious, and he cherished every moment, finding joy and purpose regardless of the circumstances.

Bart's final resting place is the Florida National Cemetery, with the burial service scheduled for Wednesday, January 24, at 10:30 AM. After the service, a private luncheon memorial celebrating Bart's remarkable life will be held.

Bart’s legacy is one of love, inspiration, and unwavering positivity. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.