Evan Reid Bartleson, III

On July 22nd, 2026, Evan Reid Bartleson III of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away suddenly at age 56. He is survived by his beloved wife, Stacey.

In addition, he was a brother, cousin, uncle, nephew, son, son-in-law, friend, and bandmate. He was a professional photographer, studio director, creative director, operations manager, advisor, and E-commerce business owner. He was also a well-known guitar player for over four decades in roughly a dozen bands. And most importantly, hilarious, loving, kind, and talented.

In his free time, he enjoyed nature, literature, fine art, and fine dining. He was a world traveler and some of his favorite destinations included the Upper Westside of New York City, Amsterdam in the spring, and the serene beaches of Hawaii and Cancun.

He carried an unwavering zest for life and lived each day fully. His exuberant personality touched everyone he met across the globe, leaving a lasting impression. He will be greatly missed.