Featured image credited to Scott Graham. Navigating a loved one’s passing involves a complex web of legal decisions and paperwork that often overwhelms grieving families. Bartholomew Funeral Home in Valparaiso advocates for early planning to simplify …
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It’s important to honor our veterans both in life and in death. Many people know about the different benefits veterans are entitled to in life, but there are so many wonderful benefits that veterans are eligible for after they pass. Bartholomew Funeral Home …
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When considering career paths, the idea of working in the funeral industry may not be at the forefront of one’s mind. Although it’s often perceived as a mysterious and sometimes unsettling field, the funeral industry can be a fantastic place for people …
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Elizabeth Anne “Betty” Kyprianou, 83 of Plainfield, IL, passed away Thursday, October 21, 2021. She was born March 25, 1938 in Gary, the daughter of Glen and Sophie (Krakowiak) Griffin. Betty was a homemaker and worked for J.C.Penney for many years …
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As Valparaiso’s oldest privately-owned funeral establishment, Bartholomew Funeral Home has spent decade after decade serving the community since 1892. Not only are the customers they provide for coming to them at what is likely the hardest point in their …
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When C. Robert Bartholomew, owner of Bartholomew Funeral Home located on Monroe Street in Valparaiso, decided it was time to retire after decades of running the longest serving funeral home in the city and pass the business on to the next generation, longtime …
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Valparaiso has many beautiful and noteworthy landmarks scattered throughout the city. Since its founding in 1836, the city has been home to businesses, homes, a courthouse, a university, and more. Today’s city has intricately incorporated new, bustling …
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When confronted with the loss of a loved one, families are unfortunately faced with the prospect of navigating the paperwork, finances, and array of decisions involved with funeral arrangements and burials. Bartholomew Funeral Home is committed to …
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David (Dave) Czekaj, age 53, passed away on August 12, 2020 in Valparaiso, Indiana. He was born May 24, 1967 in Gary, Indiana to Michael and Barbara Czekaj. In his youth, he was an active boy scout achieving the rank of eagle scout. …
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Sharon S. Newhard 78 of Valparaiso, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 17, 2020. She was born December 5, 1941, in East Chicago, Indiana to John and Pauline (Chiti) Canham. On October 27, 1962, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Griffith she married …
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