An unfortunate part of life is to experience loss. Though it may be difficult to face, it’s important to be ready for the inevitable. While no amount of planning may be able to prepare you emotionally, knowing what to expect when you walk into a memorial …

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 …

Rev. Richard John Kozak, 84 of Valparaiso, passed away April 15, 2026. He was born August 29, 1941 in Chicago, the son of Walter and Stella (Polito) Kozak. After graduating from Holy Rosary grammar school, he attended the Archdiocesan seminaries of Quigley …

There is a certainty in life that one can never quite prepare for alone— nor should they have to. Sudden or inevitable, no amount of prayers, kind words, or “Thinking of you” texts will offset the grief endured by losing a loved one. A silence falls on …

Funerals have become such an integral part of how communities honor life and loss that it can be easy to forget they were not always organized the way they are today. What is now a carefully guided process rooted in compassion and professionalism began much …

What a year it has been for Valparaiso, Indiana. Businesses, organizations, and city leaders all came together to make this year a memorable one. The community was able to enjoy all kinds of events, from Valparaiso University’s Center for Games and …

When students embark on the job shadow hunt, Bartholomew Funeral Home in Valparaiso opens the unconventional doors to mortuary sciences. With a decade of partnership with the Porter County Career and Tech Center, Bartholomew Funeral Home offers high school …

For over a century, Bartholomew Funeral Home in Valparaiso has assisted families in navigating loss and honoring their loved ones. While traditional burials once dominated, the funeral industry is evolving to embrace more diverse and meaningful ways to …

In moments of loss, generations of Valparaiso families have long turned to a place where compassion and care are the top priorities. Since 1892, Bartholomew Funeral Home has served the community with a focus on compassion, tradition, and a personalized …

Arletta (June) Oliver, 90, of Valparaiso, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025 at home.  She was born April 6, 1935 in Central City, Kentucky to Elvie and Hazel (Wells) Weatherford. June is survived by her son Rick (Donna) Oliver of Santan Valley, Arizona; her …