Obituary of Jeffrey G. Bortle

Rome-Jeffrey Grant Bortle, age 62 of Martin Street passed away late Tuesday afternoon, April 6, 2021 in the Syracuse Veterans Hospital after a long and courageous battle with Lou Gehrig’s disease. Jeff was born on April 19, 1958 in Oneida, New York a son of John Bortle and Sandra Glynn and was a graduate of Vernon Verona Sherrill Schools. From 1977 to 1982 Jeff served his country with the United States Air Force. He enjoyed working and was a building maintenance man who liked tinkering with small engine repair and riding his bicycle. Surviving are his parents, John Bortle of Oneida, mother, Sandra Glynn of Oneida, brothers; Stephen Bortle of Blossvalle and Donald Bortle of Sherrill, his two sons; Jeremiah Bortle of Sherrill and Shane Bortle of Vernon and several nieces and nephews. In keeping with Jeffery’s wishes there will be no public calling hours or services. Online condolences may be sent to maleckifuneralhome.com