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Molly Hartman Obituary
She is survived by her father, Harry (Molly) Hartman; her mother, Bobbi Hartman; her paternal grandmother, Ruth Hartman; her brother, Ben Hartman; many aunt, uncles and cousins; and her dear friends, Miguel Lopez and Bill Pacholski.
Visitation Thursday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Williams-Kampp Funeral Home, 430 E. Roosevelt Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187 (1 block East of Naperville Rd.). Funeral mass Saturday, 10:30 a.m. at St. James the Apostle Church, 480 S. Park Blvd., Glen Ellyn. "Please meet at church." Interment private.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Molly Jean Hartman Scholarship Fund c/o Williams-Kampp Funeral Home.
Funeral info: 630-668-0016 or www.williams-kampp.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Molly Hartman
Amber Pauly
September 9, 2009
I am so glad that I got to know you even though it was for only a short time. I am glad you no longer have to struggle. I just wish it didn't have to be this way. You have touched so many people. I am proud to have known you Molly. Rest in Peace.
Sherril Nieman
July 15, 2009
I think about Molly all the time. My husband, Bob, and I carry her picture with us in our Big Books. I have one in my purse also. I'd love to get back in touch with her mom and dad as I really felt such a closeness with you two. Molly was very special and smiles at us from above, I'm certain! Continued love to you too Ben. ~peace to everyone.. Sherril Niemann 630-674-7206
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Joshua-Paul Angell
July 14, 2009
I'm very late to find this news out. I just found out today. Molly was a joy in life. I lived in Texas for 8 years and lost touch. I then found her on the web and saw she lived in Downers Grove. I live back in Illinois now. I kept thinking I would run into her. Very sad news.
Aaron Stonecipher
April 28, 2009
Dear Hartman family,
I had the privilege of working with Molly in both The Department of Theatre and The James Millikin Scholars Program at Millikin University. I also accompanied her to the National Collegiate Honors Conference in Orlando, FL in the spring of 2000. Though we came from different political and religious backgrounds, my time spent with her was a delight. I will always admire her sincere concern for social justice. Molly had an ability to think through the ramifications of even the simplest of consumer choices and policy decisions. Her ability to empathize outside of herself was a gift from God. May The Lord comfort you in our loss and prove "that in all things He works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:23).
Sincerely,
Tina Willson (Medlin)
December 16, 2008
It has been a few months, but know that Molly is still in our thoughts. I will never forget her clear voice singing "Under the Bridge" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers when auditioning for a musical in high school. I thought she was a little crazy when she told me that's what she was going to sing...but it was beautiful. I know no words can help. But know that she is remembered and made a difference in the lives of others. May that knowledge give you peace.
Bev (Wade) Culley
December 8, 2008
Dear Bobbi, Harry and Ben,
I am so deeply saddened in the loss of Molly. I remember her as such a sweet little girl and how much my girls enjoyed playing with her.
I pray the Lord will comfort you and give you peace through this very difficult time.
Kristy Wade (Wilson)
December 4, 2008
I still remember playing together as kids and having so much fun at a great halloween party at her house in grade school. I am so sorry to hear of this news. Please know I am praying for all of you...friends and family during this difficult time.
Mindy Trumble (Wade)
December 4, 2008
Dear Bobbi, Harry and Ben,
We go back a long time ago. About 20-25 years! Wow...I am so saddened to hear of your terrible loss. My memories of sweet Molly fill my heart with joy and bring a smile to my face. Reading the other entries I am happy that she was so loved, admired and touched so many lives. Please contact me when you are able as I would love to catch up and my mom (Bev) would love to catch up with you Bobbi. I again am so very sorry for your loss and I will fervently pray for you and your family. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you at this sad moment in your lives...With much Sympathy...Mindy Wade
Bonnie Brown
November 11, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss!! I had the pleasure of working with molly at Mario and we became good friends. I left mario in 2005 and we tried to stay in touch through email. I enjoyed being around molly she had such a great spirit and was a good friend. She will be greatly missed!
Laurie Mulvey
October 28, 2008
Dear Bobbi, I just heard the news and I am so deeply sorry for you and your family. I met Molly a few times and she was a lovely young woman.I pray that you and your family find strength from each other at this most difficult time.
Jamie Seifert
October 18, 2008
I am so sad and so sorry to hear about molly. I worked with her at Ulta and lived with her. I dont really think I would be where I am today without her. She made me laugh and made me realize many things about myself. I am so sorry to her family and friends. I will never forget you Moll.
Michelle Pedersen
October 14, 2008
I am shocked to hear of this saddening news about Molly. I worked with her at ulta, and she had the most creative mind and was so good at what she did. Deepest sympathy... god bless.
Estelle Barot
October 10, 2008
I remember the first time you came to France and all the great moments we spend together.I will never forget you lovely Molly.Rest in peace.
Love always,
Estelle.
joanne spyridakos-hansen
October 6, 2008
I choke up even days after hearing the news. I am stunned and saddened, hoping this is a cruel joke the world is playing on us. Molly and I had communicated through email just two weeks ago, and she was telling me about her new job and travels. We were making plans to meet up together soon. I first met Molly when she worked at Mario Tricoci. We lost touch after she left , but reconnected later on about 2 years ago. She was a beautiful person both inside and out. Always caring and generous. Molly, your talent was exceptional. I'll never get to see France with you, raid your closet full of costumes, or finish the things we talked about, but you will always be in my heart and prayers. Love you always! I will never forget you!
Dean/Carol Venardos/McNamara
October 6, 2008
Harry, Bobbi and Ben: We are all shocked and saddened by this terrible news. We will never forget the wonderful times at the lake....our thoughts are with you.
Dean and Carol
Michel, Marlène, Caroline and Stéphanie. PAUL
October 4, 2008
On behalf of the Paul Family (her French family), please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. We're deeply affected by the loss of "our" little China doll, she was a wonderful young lady. We really enjoyed her stay in our house in France. We shared many simple things such as everyday life.
Bobbie, Harry and Ben, all of our love and thoughts go to you in such a painful moment.
We'll always keep her in our heart, she's a member of the family.
Jim & Barb Otto
October 4, 2008
Bobbi, Harry and families,
Let all the wonderful memories carry you thru. We are keeping you in our hearts.
Caroline PAUL
October 4, 2008
I will miss you my lil' sister. I heard that you left us only this morning because I wasn't around. I find myself crying in front of my computer trying to realize that you're definitely gone and that I will never see again.
I love you,
Your French sister
Caroline.
ben webb
October 3, 2008
ben this is ben webb so sorry if u want to call please do. now we havnt spoke in a while but stil have luv for you! please call! 262 939 6474
Amanda Perdelwitz-Twait
October 3, 2008
Molly drove me to seek out my artistic side. I found myself competing with her. Whether it be in choir... through out vocal studio... or our senior talent show. I thank Molly for helping me push myself and come out of my shell. And to this day I still feel that she had way more talent than me. Bless you Molly.
Brandi DAVAD
October 3, 2008
Bobbi, Harry & Ben,
On behalf of the Nikkel Family, please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. We have very fond and cherished memories with your family and Molly living by you in Dugan Woods. Ya'll are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Davad's
Brandi Nikkel, Dave, Arwen, Emerald & Luke
Ellie Thomas
October 3, 2008
Dear Ben,
I am so deeply saddened by this. Tragedy has a strange way of bringing people together. It is with this great loss that I am contacting you now after all these years. I hope we will see one another again soon.
Until then take care,
Ellie Coates Thomas
Debbie Voirol
October 3, 2008
Dear Harry, Bobbi and Ben,
It is with a very heavy heart that I write this. I am not really sure what to say to comfort you. Your pain must be indescribable. My sympathy goes to each of you.
I can remember moving into our new home in Sugar Grove. This was a difficult move for my kids. There stood "a girl" for Jennifer. Same age and everything!!!! It was Molly. They had many memories of being good friends. I felt like I was given "another daughter".
Thank you Harry, Bobbi and Ben for sharing Molly with us also.
May God be with you,
Becky Schaffer
October 3, 2008
Bobbie and Harry and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart is breaking for you and I can only hope that by sharing your grief and holding you all in my prayers it will help in some small way to ease your burden. May God wrap His arms around you all and give you comfort. With deepest sympathy, Becky (Martin) Schaffer
Anna Van Naarden-Townshend
October 3, 2008
I was so deeply shocked and saddened by the news of Molly’s death, and though I can’t offer much solace to Bobbi, Harry, and Ben, I would like to share my distant, but cherished, memories of Molly. As teenagers, we often joked about my unicorn earings. It was those earings that Molly first noticed about me when I sat down next to her in first grade, and we quickly became dear childhood friends. Every year without fail, I think of Molly on Dec. 16, as her birthday is exactly one week before mine. We shared many special birthday celebrations together as young girls. Whether we were sketching fashion drawing as aspiring designers or creating dance routines for our jazz class, I always admired Molly’s artistic sense and her unique perspective. She was a star, brilliant and motivated, and she was an influential and important part of my formative years. Though our lives eventually took us down different roads, I know that the creative and rich times we spent together as young girls have shaped who I am today. I know she was a special part of many lives long after mine, and all I can offer is my young memories, but they are truly special to me, as was Molly.
Amy Medlin
October 2, 2008
I have many memories of a teenage Molly. We bonded over Orson Scott Card, attended Twisted Christmas I, sat through French class together, and argued over whether or not our group performance of “It’s in His Kiss” was ready to be showcased at the big end of the year “Good Times” choir concert. Each memory I have of Molly is infused with what I can only describe as one of the most creative, original, and determined spirits I have met. I’m sorry to say that in adulthood we lost touch; I wish I had had the opportunity to form more memories of this lovely individual. I’m sure that the lack thereof is my loss. My thoughts will always be with Molly and her family wishing all of you peace.
J Halling
October 2, 2008
deeply sadened by your lose may gods grace and spirit uplift your family during these trying times.. Although I did not know her well I knew of her I graduated in 98..
May god reach out an bless your family ..
Beckie, Harold & Mason Oliver
October 2, 2008
Dear Bobbi, Harry & Ben
How feeble and insufficient our human words are at a time like this. Our hearts break for you at such an inconceivable loss. Please know that our memories of our times with Molly and you will always remain with us. To lose such a bright and beautiful child is just so sad....and we are so sad for you. Our love and prayers always...
Jeanne Norris
October 2, 2008
I can only say how sorry I am to hear this saddest of news. Molly was so cultivated, beautiful and clever. My sympathy to all who knew this bright, imaginative and delicate young woman.
Susan Korns
October 2, 2008
Dear Harry and Bobbi,
As high school classmates, we shared a common journey at a common time before being launched into the paths of our different choices. Those memories are strong.
I did not know Molly, but I can feel from everyone's descriptions that she was truly exceptional.
I grieve for friends Harry and Bobbi who would have to experience this, and I grieve in unison with all parents who innately understand this terrible sorrow.
I am thinking of you both.
Susan Korns, Bordeaux France
Whitney Wilson-Siebens
October 1, 2008
Molly,
I will never forget our time in France when you were dressed as Marie Antoinette. With that huge costume that almost had its own seat on the plane! It was beautiful. Sooo many of the visitors to Versailles that day stopped and posed with you for photos all the while wondering if you worked there and did it all of the time.
I hope to see you again someday. You will be missed my friend.
John and Dawn Mack
October 1, 2008
Dearest Hartman Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Please accept our deepest sympathy. May God Bless You All.
Matthew Porter
October 1, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Molly in high school....she was cool and I wish I would have gotten to know her better.
Matt Porter
Drew Best
October 1, 2008
Molly has been a huge source of inspiration to me. Many of things I do now, I discovered through being her friend. I have many many great memories of spending time with her. I've known her half my life, and am happy we remained friends. She was like family to me, I'll never forget the role she's played in my life. Love you and will miss you much
Joe Sims
October 1, 2008
Molly Jean, I am very sad to hear you are gone. You were always great to me and I will miss you. May you rest in peace..
Maria A
October 1, 2008
May the Lord give you the strength to get through this difficult time. My husband and I lost our 8 month old daughter on 2/12/08 to SIDS. Our lives will never be the same. There is nothing more devastating than the loss of a child. Lean on one another for support and pray for understanding. My prayers are with you and your family.
God bless you.
Kim (Testin) Foster
October 1, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I was on the dance team with Molly and she was incredibly talented and creative. She will be missed!
Jennifer Voirol
October 1, 2008
Bobbi, Harry, and Ben :
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Molly. I will always remember her being my first friend when I moved to Sugar Grove. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. She was a beautiful person both inside and out.
kayce cummings
October 1, 2008
molly was gentle, honest, and a beautiful spirit. she brought joy and kindness into the lives of everyone she met. please accept my deepest sympathies and prayers.
Sara Kramer
October 1, 2008
Bobbi,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through right now. Hold tight to your friends and family, every day is a gift.
Jon Saam
October 1, 2008
Harry,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. Love & wishes for strength to get through this difficult time.
Chrissy Zwart
October 1, 2008
May God be with your family during this hard time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bev and Andy Anderson
October 1, 2008
We are so saddened to hear of Molly's passing. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you some comfort.
Pat Stage Phelps
October 1, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sue Johnson
October 1, 2008
Bobbi and Harry,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even find the right words to express my sympathy, just know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Ferdinand
October 1, 2008
Molly's smile always lit up her world and those around her. Her wonderful bright eyes showed her enthusiasm for life. Her zest for life was an inspiration. I am privileged to have known her,
Pam Ferdinand - Molly's French Teacher
Jo Bolger
October 1, 2008
I am so saddened by Molly's passing. My heart goes out to Bobbi, Harry and Ben. Molly visited me at the Y once about four years ago and we shared some thoughts. What a lovely young woman she was. Heaven just smiled a bit more as she entered.
Jo Bolger,
Warrenville, Il.
Sherril Niemann
October 1, 2008
Sweet Sweet Molly, I will miss you so much - we were just getting started and I'm so sad I cannot present my love to you any longer. I will be patient until God brings us together again! I will miss you & I love you and I hope you are at peace dear one. For the family, my most sincerest sympathies to you each and every one of you. I pray God will bless each of us with the knowledge of His will and peace to help each other through this difficult time.
Jennifer Hanson
October 1, 2008
We are deeply,deeply saddened by the the loss of beautiful Molly. She was a great part of the family & we will miss seeing her at holidays & hearing her beautiful voice. Our family has been through alot and we will get through this, too. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love to you all,
Pete,Jennifer,Jack&Max
Dawn Meier
October 1, 2008
Molly touched the hearts of many friends and family, and is going to be deeply missed by all. She had the voice of an angel. May everyones prayers and love comfort My Aunt and Uncle and Ben now and through this sad journey. Lots of love and prayers, Dawn Meier, Stephanie Smith and Lyndsie Rice
Sean & Connie Murphy
October 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of loss. Molly Jean was a very talented and beautiful young woman, with an incredible voice. Now she can sing with the angels in Heaven.
Dana Goodin
October 1, 2008
May God be with your family during this difficult time.
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