Michael Lamar Charleston

Michael Lamar Charleston obituary, Valparaiso, IN

Michael Lamar Charleston

Michael Charleston Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bartholomew Funeral Home - Valparaiso on Oct. 3, 2025.

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Michael Charleston Obituary It is with great sadness that I share the passing of one of our own. Michael Charleston aka Mikey and Cha Cha passed away peacefully yesterday with a few of his favorites by his side.
He came to OE in 2003 after one of our staff met him in a nursing home and promptly worked to get him emergency placement so he could have a meaningful life; something he wasn't able to receive in his current location.
He lived in Fiesta Group Home and attended DLS where he was loved daily and given every opportunity to thrive.
We don't have information on services at this time.
For those who were closest with Michael, we grieve with you. Thank you for loving him well. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Michael, please visit our Tree Store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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