Paul Richard Graeber

Paul Richard Graeber obituary

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Mar

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Valparaiso, IN 46383-

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Mar

6

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5:00 p.m.

Bartholomew Funeral Home

Valparaiso, IN 46383-

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Paul Graeber Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bartholomew Funeral Home - Valparaiso on Mar. 2, 2026.
Paul Richard Graeber (86) passed away on March 1st, 2026. Paul was born on May 27th, 1939 in Valparaiso, Indiana to parents Ralph G. Graeber and Geneva (Cobb) Graeber, who preceded him in death. He joined the army and made a career as a farmer. He married Ruthann (Finney) Graeber and had children Julia (Russell) Gambee of Chesterton, IN, Jess Andrew Graeber of Hebron, IN, and Tonia (John) Colon of Kouts, IN. Paul loved his family, cars, and refurbishing old tools.

Paul is preceded in death by siblings Ralph, Carl, Max, Peggy, Lee, and Jack. He is survived by his children, and grandchildren Alison, Sarah, David, Kane, Alexa, and Jaxon. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 6th at Bartholomew Funeral Home in Valparaiso, Indiana from 2 PM to 5 PM, with the funeral starting at 5 PM.

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Len Ptacek

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Rest in peace my good friend and fellow high school classmate.

Joan Johnson

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So sorry to hear about Paul. Will miss his smile and friendly greetings at the ballgames. I am in Florida right now. Prayers for you Ruthann and your family.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

6

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bartholomew Funeral Home

Valparaiso, IN 46383-

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Mar

6

Funeral service

5:00 p.m.

Bartholomew Funeral Home

Valparaiso, IN 46383-

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels