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Grief that Transcends Words... Death of a Child
The loss of a child is an unimaginable, incomparable grief. It rarely follows the “rules” of grieving, tears apart families, and doesn’t end.
When a child dies, the future itself is lost. Everythi...
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Death of a Statesman—Honoring Our Esteemed Leaders in Death
The “state funeral” is held in just about every country of the world to publicly honor deceased leaders or others of national significance, and has been an important historical convention ever sinc...
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Phil Perotto, Funeral Director, A Fixture in Funeral Care
For all of you out there that have entrusted your loved ones to the care of Bartolomeo & Perotto for years and years, you can’t help but know who Phil Perotto is, he is a fixture here, and has ...
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
An Unexpected Grief...Death of a Pet
I never expected the death of my dog Nugget to have such a profound effect on me. I remember every detail of that week, from how the vet’s voice cracked when he told us the cancer was inoperable, t...
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Meghan Schmitt, Funeral Director, My Journey Into Funeral Care
I will never forget the day I was in preschool at nap time and I thought to myself, “life is going to pass me by...” Funny to think about, but even then, the thought crossed through my little mind,...
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Bartolomeo & Perotto Examines Growing Popularity of Pre-Planning and Pre-Funding of Funeral Services
At the tender age of just 22 years old, celebrity singer Justin Bieber is already planning his own funeral. As recently reported by numerous celebrity commentators, friends and family members of th...
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Staff Spotlight, Paul Perotto, Business Manager “The Behind the Scenes Perotto”
If you haven’t met Paul yet, it’s likely because he is the guy hidden away in an out-of-the-way office managing the finances and human resources of the funeral home. Cousin to Mike and Dave Pe...
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Previous Posts
Dealing with Grief & Sharing of Stories
It is within the first year following the death of a loved one (sometimes longer) that we are often stuck on the last images of them. Whether it be the vision as they passed on or at the funeral se...
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Curtis Birthwright -Teacher, Coach, Funeral Assistant/Driver, with a Side of Greeter
And a big side of smiles… Curtis hands them out in healthy portions at a time when you may need some warmth. He takes his job as Greeter with great pride. Curtis admits, “I have been told that my s...
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Norm Gerhard, Funeral Assistant & Scoutmaster
Norm! In true Cheers fashion we exuberantly call his name as Norm Gerhard strolls in the funeral home door. Yes, we do have our fun at the funeral home where appropriate!
Norm is one of our ...
John Harnischfeger, Funeral Assistant, Driver & Powerlifter
The stories behind the people that come to work at Bartolomeo & Perotto Funeral Home are quite intriguing. Really! There are some fascinating stories. Who knew we would have a State and Nationa...
Rejuvenation
Spring is a gratifying time of year. It promises the beginning of warmer weather, new life and rejuvenation. With refreshed energy and a sense of possibility, Spring offers hope for restoration in ...
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Debbie Valle, Funeral Assistant, Flower Runner & Grandmother
We are blessed by the extended team we have working here at Bartolomeo & Perotto Funeral Home. Our outer ring staff are an invaluable mainstay and frankly many of them may be just as recognizab...
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Bob Scarciotta, Funeral Assistant & Driver
Bartolomeo & Perotto Funeral Home employs many different people for many different jobs that are not only vital to the success of our business, but more so for serving our families to the best ...
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