Shirley Ann Claussen

Shirley Ann Claussen obituary, Valparaiso, IN

Shirley Ann Claussen

Shirley Claussen Obituary

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

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Shirley Claussen Obituary Shirley Ann Clausssen, 86, of Hebron passed away SaturdayNovember 9, 2024. She was born July 17, 1938 in Teft, Indiana to Gary and Gladys (Deardorff) Kasten who preceded in death. Shirley married Roe Claussen on July 3, 1954, who preceded her in April 3, 2008. Shirley is survived by her children: David (Brenda) Claussen, Donna K (Leonard) Shaw. Also one grandson Nathan Claussen and her brother Damon 'Uncle Buddy' Kasten of Hebron survive her. Preceding her in death are 2 sisters Marilyn and Gladys (Sug), and 1 brother Gary Jr. (Junior). Shirley loved cooking, ceramics, quilting and sewing. She also loved square dancing with her husband. Services will be on Sunday November 17, 2024 at Bartholomew Funeral Home at 4:00PM with Pastor Tom Clark officiating. Vistation will be from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. In lieu of flowers donations to Transitions Hospice. www.bartholomewnewhard.com
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Visitation
Sunday
November 17, 2024
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Bartholomew Funeral Home
102 E. Monroe St.
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Funeral Service
Sunday
November 17, 2024
4:00 PM
Bartholomew Funeral Home
102 E. Monroe St.
Valparaiso, IN 46383 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Shirley, please visit our Tree Store.

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