top banner

Obituary Listings

Harold J. Bartholomew

November 6, 2019 September 30, 2014
Harold J. Bartholomew
There are condolences waiting approval on Harold's Tribute wall

Plant a tree in memory of Harold

An environmentally friendly option
Obituary for Harold J. Bartholomew
Harold J. Bartholomew, 94, of Pottsville passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning. Born in Pottsville, on November 6, 1919, he was a son of the late Kathryn (Cantwell) and Harry A. Bartholomew. He was a lifetime member of St. John the Baptist Church, Pottsville and St. John's Holy Name Society. He was also a life member of the St. Bernard Society and a social member of the West End and Summit Station Fire Companies. Harold worked as a private coal hauler along with his father in the family business. Many still remember him as "The Coal Man". But, he is best known for his service as sexton and caretaker of St. John's #2 Cemetery, Pottsville for over 65 years. He was very devoted and passionate in all of his dealings at the cemetery and had an incredible memory of the families that he served. Harold also worked with Jack Carlin, a former funeral director in Pottsville in his earlier days. When you would meet Harold he always had a story to tell and loved to reminisce. In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by brothers: James J., George F. and his wife, Ann, and Charles F. and his wife, Marie; and sister, Kathryn A. Bartholomew. Harold is also survived by four sisters, Frances C., wife of Charles Lorenz, of Pottsville; Rita B., widow of John Foley, of Pottsville; Theresa T., widow of John Sencak, of Pottsville; Janet M., widow of Charles Whitaker, of Norristown; two brothers, Carl J. and Paul F. Bartholomew, both of Pottsville.; sister-in-law, Janet M. Bartholomew, widow of James, of West Chester; and 16 nieces and nephews; 36 great nieces and nephews; and 17 great-great nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church, 913 Mahantongo St., Pottsville, PA, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 4th, with Rev. David J. Loeper officiating. A viewing will be held on Friday evening at Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Inc., 1818 Mahantongo St., Pottsville from 6-8:00 p.m..and Saturday 9:30 a.m. until the procession leaves for church. Interment will follow in St. John #2 Cemetery, Pottsville. Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at lordbixler.com

Service:

Saturday, October 4th, 11:00 a.m.

St. John the Baptist Church 913 Mahantongo St. Pottsville, PA 17901



Visitation:

Friday, October 3rd, 6-8:00 p.m. Saturday, October 4th, 9:30 a.m. until the procession leaves for church

Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Inc. 1818 Mahantongo St. Pottsville, PA 17901
Read More

To plant a tree in memory of Harold J. Bartholomew, visit the Tribute Store.

Albums

Create new album
 
Subscribe To Obituaries


alt

We appreciate your support
In accordance with the wishes of the family, this
message has been declined.
Loading...