The South African keeper was just a week away from celebrating his 47th birthday when he passed away.
One of the PSL's most experienced keepers Arthur Bartman played for Dynamos, Moroka Swallows, Golden Arrows, Bay United and many more clubs.
After enjoying spells around the country, Bartman has earned a number of admirers. So, we've found many emotional Tweets on the PSL legend, as well as those paying respect to the Bartman family.
Very sad news of Arthur Bartman's passing. Great all-round gentleman who defied the odds when he showed us that age ain't nothing but a number & that a good character takes you further. Rest in peace homeboy. #RipArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/zaSgFN6TEQ
— Thulani Thuswa (@ThulaniThuswa) March 20, 2019
@KCfanTv has learnt with sadness of the passing of legendary goalkeeper, Arthur Bartman. Our prayers and thoughts are with Bartman family during this time.
— Kaizer Chiefs Supporters 💛✌ (@KCfanTv) March 20, 2019
Thank you for sharing your peak GK years at Kaizer Chiefs grootman. Forever one of us 💛💛 #RIPArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/aeg92Sg8nH
#RIP Former Kaizer Chiefs, SuperSport United, Free State Stars and Maritzburg United goalkeeper Arthur Bartman (46). #RIPArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/NoJs5bFqfv
— Mosibodi Whitehead (@MosiWhitehead) March 20, 2019
Ex-SA footballers are cursed. My condolences to the Bartman family. A great person overall. #RIPArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/5XTlbQzorW
— Jason Moodley (@JasonMoodley_) March 20, 2019
Arthur Bartman 💔 #RipArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/sSt58aPsah
— 10 (@Bongumusa_01) March 20, 2019
Sad to hear of the passing of Arthur Bartman,he was a fantastic rival,goalkeeper,coach and all round top guy. Rest easy Big guy #RIPArthurBartman
— Andre Petim (@petim16) March 20, 2019
I send my condolences to the Bartman family on the passing of Arthur Bartman. He ran his race and now it is finished. Take comfort in the Lord and know he is in a better place.#RIPArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/iDGF4aAVQ7
— Loyiso Nabe (@CapeUmoyaPR) March 20, 2019
We, @capeumoyafc send our condolences to the Bartman family on the passing of Arthur Bartman. May you find strength & peace in knowing he is in a better place.#RIPArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/TNIRJLnCI6
— Cape Umoya FC (@capeumoyafc) March 20, 2019
Thank you for everything. #RIPArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/DvTlB4qhTu
— Cadre Bhele ✊ (@NattyJaeM) March 20, 2019
Shocking news to hear this morning, the football fraternity has lost a goalkeeping legend 🙏🙏 rest in peace Arthur Bartman #RIPArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/LLNo62E80B
— Bandlelihle Kubeka (@NhlanhlaKubeka) March 20, 2019
Mmmmmm what a tragedy news🤔 may he rest in entirely and perfect peace. He laid his foundation as a footballer and a person. #RIPArthurBartman #WeAreUnited
— Mxolisi Zuma (@Jackman_25) March 20, 2019
I woke up to my usual positive outlook to the start of the day only to check top trends and 💥 #RIPArthurBartman - I’m deflated, will today hoist Vinaism flag at half mast in honor & respect for the gentleman I’ve known & worked with not so far back ... 😢 R.I.P. Champion pic.twitter.com/Q2RJSdS4Vb
— Vina (@alfavina) March 20, 2019
No maan, really? Arthur is no more? No words can describe my deep heartfelt condolences here, I know Arthur, I worked with him, we all know him & we all worked with him. Sad as it is, I will never forget the humanity & humility in him. He called me Roger Milla! #RIPArthurBartman
— Vina (@alfavina) March 20, 2019
I have deepen sadden by the passing of former Kaizer Chiefs Goalkeeper Arthur Bartman may his soul rest in perfect peace #RIPArthurBartman
— Mkhacani Chavalala A Holofani (@MkhacaniMshengu) March 20, 2019
Most definitely a club legend, was always a more than worthy replacement when called upon #RIPArthurBartman https://t.co/zDJqAsZ2HX
— MJG (@michaelj_p) March 20, 2019
My sincere condolences to friends & family of @ArthurBartman who passed on. May his soul rest in peace. A legend of the beautiful game. #RIPArthurBartman
— Cuma Majikija (@SenzwaJiks25) March 20, 2019
#RIPArthurBartman pic.twitter.com/LS4Hk0Ukdg
— Coach Xolani Zwane (@iamxolanizwane) March 20, 2019