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Harold Hempen Obituary
Hempen, Harold M. 79, August 1, 2008. Resident of Park Forest for 35 years. United States Army Veteran, served in the Korean War. Beloved husband of Joyce Hempen and the late Lillie Hempen, loving father of Brenda (late John) Rusthoven, Ken (Christina) Hempen and Steve (Leanne) Hempen, cherished grandfather of David, Ellie, Catherine, Marianna, Elizabeth, Teresa, the late Matthew, the late James, Michael and Amelia, fond brother of Robert (Joyce), Evelyn (Rudolph) Piazza, Pearl (late Vincent) Richter, Marian (Jerome) Whitehead and Donald (Maxine) Hempen. Preceded in death by six brothers and sisters. Devoted Deacon at St. Ireneaus Church, avid golfer and woodworker. Resting at Lain-Sullivan Funeral Home & Crematory, 50 Westwood Dr., just west of Western, off Norwood, Park Forest, IL, where friends may call on Monday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, Chapel prayers at 9:15 a.m. Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ireneaus Church, 78 Cherry St., Park Forest. Interment Skyline Memorial Cemetery, Monee. For information or to express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, 708-747-3700 or www.lain-sullivan.com 
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Memories and Condolences
for Harold Hempen
Andrew Ortiz
August 6, 2008
Dear Mrs. Hempen;
I am deeply sorry to learn of Mr. Hempen's passing. I remember when Dan, Tim, and I were alter servers at your wedding. I pray God give you strength and keep you close at this difficult time.
Your student, Andy
Mary Garcia
August 4, 2008
My Sweet Aunt Joyce,
Uncle Harold is now resting with our loved ones. He is with our King awaiting our arrivals. Know that you are loved and hopefully you can find comfort in knowing that Uncle Harold is now at Peace. We love you,
Phil, Mary, Angela & Danny
Jacqueline Torello
August 4, 2008
Joyce-
We will miss Harold so much but as we learned with my grandma, they are in a much better place together. My love and thoughts are with you.
Wendi Magno
August 4, 2008
Aunt Joyce we are sorry for your loss. May Uncle Harold rest in peace. He leaves us with kind memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Love, Wendi
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August 4, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Linda Raskey
August 3, 2008
Dearest Godmother,
Well, you know Uncle Harold is now with Our Lord. Find comfort that he is now with your Mom, your Dad, and your sisters looking over you. Take care and know I love you very much.
Your goddaughter,
Linda
The Leddy family.
August 3, 2008
Joyce and family, we are saddened to learn about the passing of Harold. He was very much loved by all in the St. I's community and will be missed. Our prayers are with you all. Love,Tom,Amy and Sara Leddy.
Julie Bielinski
August 3, 2008
Dear Aunt Joyce, I'm so sorry for your loss of Uncle Harold. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I love you,
Julie Bielinski (Phoenix)
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