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Dr. Jose F. Bicalho
VALPARAISO, IN - Dr. Jose F. Bicalho, age 93, of Valparaiso, IN passed away Monday, September 16, 2019 at St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart. He was born in Carmo Da Mata, Brazil on January 21, 1926 to the late Luis Dias Bicalho and Waldete Fernal Bicalho. Dr. Bicalho studied medicine at the Federal University of Minas Gerais and practiced in Brazil for four years. Dr. Bicalho completed his residency in orthopedic surgery in Huntington, W.VA, followed by a fellowship in spine surgery at the Harrington Institute, Baylor University, Houston, TX. After completing his training he returned to Brazil for two years and settled in Northwest Indiana with his family where he practiced for over 35 years. Dr. Bicalho was an avid fisherman, including several trips to the Amazon. He loved people and conversation, devoured languages, and was a natural story teller. His other two loves were the big screen and sports. He loved his family and adored spending time with his grandchildren.
Dr. Bicalho is survived by his wife of 65 years, Maria A. Leao Bicalho; children, Marcia A. Bicalho Vives (Augusto), Silvia L. Bicalho (Thom Hale), Luiz A. Bicalho (Raquel Cabanellas), Paulo S. Bicalho (Anna Marcia Teixeira), Junia M. Bicalho Hibbard (Jeff); and grandchildren, Laura Teresa Bicalho Vives, Augusto Alexander Bicalho Vives, Isabel Bicalho Hale, Jack Henry Hibbard, Joseph Michael Hibbard, Joao Paulo Teixeira Da Silveira, Manuella Teixeira Bicalho, Luiz Felipe Cabanellas Bicalho.
He was the last surviving of seven siblings; most recently preceded in death by his youngest sister, Maria Celeste, in April.
A funeral mass will be held Friday, September 20, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Mick Kopil officiating at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 509 W. Division Rd., Valparaiso, IN 46385. Visitation will take place Friday just prior to the mass at church from 9:00-10:00 a.m. For more information, please call 219-942-2109. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.
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MaryAnn Nagy
September 22, 2019
Mrs. Bicalho and family.
I am offering my deepest sympathy on the passing of a beloved surgeon that I admired and respected who I did many cases with in the O.R. May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you peace to know that others care. Give my special regards to Jeff as I worked with him also in the OR for many years.
Dan Gioia
September 21, 2019
Rest in Peace - Good Friend !! You fought the Good Fight & You earned Your Heavenly Reward with Our Lord !!
Vera Bicalho de Azevedo
September 20, 2019
Recebam nosso mais afetuoso abraço, neste momento da partida de nosso querido e inesquecível Jose.
Vera e Luiz Fernando
Michele Dougherty-Holley
September 20, 2019
We were saddened to hear of Dr. Joe's passing, as he affectionately was known around our house. He always had that big friendly smile out front. Because of his wonderful God given gift, my father, Jack Dougherty, was able to keep his leg after his accident, even after many surgeries. Thank you, Dr, Joe, for taking such good care of our father and for being a wonderful friend and neighbor. The Dougherty Family -- Michele, Pat, John, Terry & Brian
Alessandra Benigno
September 20, 2019
Bicalho Family,
Wishing you all peace, courage and comfort to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Alessandra Benigno
melvn lichtenfeld PD
September 19, 2019
It is most heartfelt sympathy that I share your loss of Dr.Joe. I worked for many years with Dr. at the ROSS CLINIC .
i WAS THE HEAD PHARMACIST AT THE CLINIC AND DID MANY THINGS WITH DR. TO HELP HIS PATIENTS.hE WAS A WONDERFUL DOCTOR AND A KIND AND GENTAL MAN.WE BOTH RETIRED ABOUT THE SAME TIME AND THE LOSS OF HIS SERVICE TO PATIENTS WAS FELT.HE WAS MY FRIEND AND MENTOR AND i SHALL NEVER FORGET HIM.
Joann Braman
September 19, 2019
We are so saddened by the loss of Dr. Bicalho. Even though we did not see him often, his warmth and friendliness were so appreciated. We could tell he was a very special man. Our sincere sympathy to all of your family. Bill and Joann Braman
Patrick & Pamela Dougherty
September 19, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Thanks for taking such good care of my father, God bless you.
Virginia Batliner and family
September 19, 2019
Our sympathy to the family
The Christy's
September 19, 2019
Dr. Bicalho was a wonderful doctor. He was kind and compassionate and we were blessed to have him as our doctor. May God hold him in his loving arms. Rest In Peace Sir, you deserve it.
SHIRLEY Urbanek
September 19, 2019
To Dr. Bicalho family,,,,I'm so Very sorry to read this...He was such a nice man,,,,,God love him.....
R.I.P.
Shirley urbanek R.N. Gary & Hobart Mercy Hosp.........
September 19, 2019
Sending the Bicalho family lots of love, wishes, and prayers during their time of grief.
-C4AO Family
Shelly Faber
September 19, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I am a former patient and Dr. Bicalho reattached my finger in the mid 70s, six surgeries and he was so kind and caring. I never forgot how skilled and talented a doctor he was. Rest In Peace
Pacheco & Doroti
September 19, 2019
Our pain for the departure of Dr Bicalho is the joy of God for the return of his son to his home, after the mission accomplished . RIP our friend
Diane Apostoloff
September 19, 2019
To the Bicalho Family my deepest sympathy. Dr. Bicalho was my Doctor years ago, a wonderful human being.
Beth Fisher
September 19, 2019
My prayers and thoughts go to Dr. Bicalho's family He was on staff at St Anthony's where I worked- Dr. Bicalho was respected and loved by all , may he rest in peace Beth Fisher
Judy Schipani
September 18, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family!❤
Cathy Carson
September 18, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Dr. Bicalho since the early 1970's. He was a great doctor and friend. May God Bless all of you.
Pamela Maia/Cross
September 18, 2019
A beautiful soul, a kind, compassionate man, with a loving strong family who thrived in life with his perfect example of a husband and father. He was respected and loved by all. My love and prayers for Didi, the children, and grandchildren. Im blessed to call all of you my friends . Im praying for your sadness to be lifted and that you be filled with precious memories.
PAULA VALENTINE
September 18, 2019
I LOVED DR BICAHLO SINCE THE DAY I BEGAN WORK AT ST MARY MED CENTER DECADES AGO... SUCH A KIND, HUMEROUS MAN AND ALWAYS SMILED.. I ALWAYS LOOKED FORWARD TO HIS HUGS TILL THE END..HE WILL BE MISSED...CONDOLENCES FOR ALL
Mandy Lewis
September 17, 2019
My sincere condolences to the entire Family during this difficult time. This man/Dr did great work during his lifetime. As a father he produced Silvia (amazing daughter) and as a Doctor he inspired Dr. Silvia. With love and respect to you all
Jackie Gonsalves
September 17, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to the family. May his soul rest in peace and memories be eternal! With heavy hearts.
Annette and Jackie Gonsalves
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