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CHRIS BARTHOLOMEW Obituary


CHRIS BARTHOLOMEW (Age 34)  
On Friday, May 23, 2014, of Olney, MD. Beloved husband of Christina Sager Bartholomew; Loving father of Samantha Lee-Ann and Kaylee Marie. Son of Vivian (Larry Signora) Bartholomew and David (Cyndi) Bartholomew. Grandson of Marie Griffith. Brother of Michelle (Sean) Flanagan, Kelly (Amanda) Parker and Brother-In-Law of James Sager. Also survived by four nieces and nephews. Chris, an avid fisherman and lover of nature, was a friend to many and loved by all who knew him. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 4101 Norbeck Road, Rockville, MD, on Friday, May 30 at 10:30 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Vivian Bartholomew Memorial Fund for Samantha Perkins & Kaylee Bartholomew, and mailed to SunTrust Bank, 9812 Falls Road, Potomac, MD 20854, Attn: John Hoffman.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on May 28, 2014.

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McCarthy

June 3, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you during these difficult days. (Psalm 83:18)

Desiree Stockman

June 1, 2014

Vivian, Larry, and Michelle,
I am so sorry to hear about this loss. Please know that I am praying for all of you. Christina and girls, I am praying for you as well. I've never met you but I still cannot imagine the loss of a husband or father. I am praying for you in the days to come as well.
Psalm 9:9

Sarah G.

May 31, 2014

As days and weeks go by and your back to your daily routine may God continue to comfort you and your family.

Vince Morgan

May 30, 2014

Vivian, words fail us at a time like this. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers.

in deepest sympathy,

Courtney T. and David Dry

May 29, 2014

Our hearts are broken that such a wonerful man will no longer walk with us. Words cannot describe the sorrow we feel. Our deepest sympathy to all Chris's family.

Bill Dunty

May 29, 2014

Christina, Kaylee and Samantha
Our hearts go out to you all in your time of sorrow. I only knew Chris for a short time but in that time, I could tell he was a loving father and husband. The entire team was very fond of Coach Chris and will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lauren Rossi

May 29, 2014

Thinking about your family with deepest sympathies.

Jim & Fran Sorge

May 29, 2014

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Chris was a great neighbor, and a wonderful man to all.

D. Coe

May 29, 2014

To the family of Mr. Chris Bartholomew my deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family."May the God of comfort give you peace" at this difficult time.

Maria Roux

May 28, 2014

Christina-
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the light in your eyes when you met Chris and how he loved you and the girls. The world will be a different place without him. God bless you and the family.

Tricia Z

May 28, 2014

Vivian, Larry, and Michelle.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Tricia and Jay

Vicki Alderton

May 28, 2014

Chris was a wonderful man. My thoughts & prayers go out to you all.

steven cavagnaro

May 28, 2014

We are so sorry about your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family right now

Shannon B

May 28, 2014

Viv, Larry and Michelle....Sending my loving thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this time of loss. My god shelter you and bring you some sort of peace during your time of need. Chris was a wonderful person and will surely be missed by all!

Judy Rhodes

May 28, 2014

Vivian and Larry;
There are no words; Our hearts are with you.
Judy and Mike

May 28, 2014

Christina, I'm so sorry for your loss of your beloved. Please know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort and give you a peace that passes all understanding at this time and in the days, months and years ahead. With love and friendship, Donna Chappell

Heidi Phillips

May 28, 2014

Vivian,my dear friend,
My heart is breaking for you and your family right now. Sending you and your family much love, support and best wishes.

Jerri Steinkraus

May 28, 2014

Dearest Vivian ~
My love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time. May God continue to watch over you, bless you and keep you in His loving care.
~ Jerri Steinkraus

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