BORN

1944

DIED

2012

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O'Fallon, Illinois

Allen Hongsermeier Obituary

Allen Hongsermeier

Allen Hongsermeier, of Leisure Village, Camarillo, Calif., born Jan. 8, 1944, in Centralia, Ill., went to be with the Lord on Monday, Nov. 26, 2012, in California.

He was married to Suzanne McCaw, formerly of Summerfield, Ill., on Nov. 24, 1964. They had two children, Bradley and Amy. After retiring from the UMWA, Allen and Sue moved to Camarillo, Calif. in 2001 to be close to their kids. Allen went to work for Briggs School District until he retired in 2010. They moved to Leisure Village in 2001. He was active in Men's Golf & Billiards where he made many good friends. He golfed almost every day and finally got his first hole-in-one. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was always happiest when at sporting events cheering on his grandkids.

Memorials are suggested to Shriner's Hospital.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Alma Hongsermeier, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Carter and Elcie McCaw and Mary and Ivan Reed.

Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Suzanne; son, Bradley (Miwako) Hongsermeier of Camarillo, Calif.; daughter, Amy Hongsermeier of Oxnard, Calif., grandkids, Kenny and Emily; brothers, Donald, Howard, Richard, and Larry; sister, Carolyn; and brother-in-law, Tom (Nancy) McCaw; and special family, Brad (Roberta) Starr, Dale and Jackie Starr; many nieces, nephews; and his special friends in Leisure Village.

Funeral: Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, 2012, at Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Camarillo, Calif.

WOLFERSBERGER FUNERAL HOME, O'Fallon, Ill.

Published by Belleville News-Democrat on Dec. 4, 2012.
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Dearest Aunt Suzie, Bradley & Amy,

I was so sad to hear of Uncle Allen Dale's passing.

I know he was a man who loved his family, retired from a long career and who was a proud bearer of the Hongsermeier name.

I pray God will comfort your hearts as you all adjust to not having him with you daily.

My love to all of you~

Kimberly Hongsermeier

December 24, 2012

Sue, Brad & Amy ,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Alan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We can still remember the good times with you as neighbors.

Susan & Larry McTaggart

December 22, 2012

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.

Joe and Carole Miller

December 14, 2012

Our prayers are with your family during this difficult time. God Bless.

Isabel Correa

December 10, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Allen's passing. I send my deep sympathy to your family. I so enjoyed working with Allen at Briggs.

Carol Vines

December 9, 2012

Brad & family,
Deeply sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ernie and Teresa Ripley

December 6, 2012

Sue,Brad, and Amy, Donna and I are so sorry to hear about Al. What a great guy! We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Nelson Stou and family.

Nelson Stout

December 6, 2012

Brad, my deep condolences for your loss. May the hearts of those who loved him soon be filled with joyful memories and remberences of a life well lived.

David Fukes

December 6, 2012

So Sorry to hear about Alan he will be missed around the village. Our Prayers are with you especially on Friday.

Buster and Sue-Ellen Colp Hayslett

December 5, 2012

My dear Allen. We hardly got to know you and Leisure Village will miss you very very much,you brought so much life and joy to us all.

Bill Byrnes

December 5, 2012

Dear Sue and family, Allen will always be remembered as Mom and Dad's dearest friend. We are deeply saddened by his suddened passing. You are in our hearts and prayers. Sincerely, Keith and Denise

December 4, 2012

Sue and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.

Brenda & Jeff Cavins

December 4, 2012

Al was a super nice guy, and Chuck and I really enjoyed knowing him and you, Suzanne. We send you our love and hope for your peace.
Chuck and Lyn Cappello

December 4, 2012

So sorry to hear about your Dad, Amy. Know you, your brothers, and your mom are in my prayers. Patty Smith

December 3, 2012

Rest in peace Mr. H. We have good memories from the bus rides. We will always remember the famous words "sit down and face the front"

Arryanna, Sebastian and Abraham Castro

December 3, 2012

Strength to You and Family Bradley. Your friends are here for you anytime. Peace and Strength.

Ken Harris & Family

December 3, 2012

Lestlie and I are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time

Michael & Lestlie Prokosch

December 3, 2012

Brad, Miwako, and family,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your father…our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Steven & Sharon Sikonia

December 2, 2012

We will have many fond memories of Allen and he will be greatly missed by his Leisure Village friends. Including those of us who didn't play either golf or billiards :).

Lyn and Gary Bennett/McGraw

December 2, 2012

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