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Jeffrey Douglas Hager, born September 14, 1970, passed away a few minutes after midnight on Tuesday, September 28, 2010.
He fought a courageous battle against a glioblastoma multiforme brain tumor during the last three years of his life.
In his teenage years, Jeff was a gifted trumpet player. He attended the Coast Guard Academy. He received a Bachelor's degree in Biology and History from Transylvania University and a Master's degree in Biology from William and Mary College. He loved music and attended hundreds of Grateful Dead concerts.
Jeff, aka Okeepa, hiked the Appalachian Trail in the summer of 1996 and forged friendships that would last a lifetime. Jeff worked as an Archaeologist for William and Mary College, and as a Research Biologist for the University of Virginia. Jeff was an adventure lover and explored the world all the way from the peak of Mt.Katahdin to the depths of the Grand Canyon. Jeffrey fell in love and married fellow adventurer Beverly Richardson. Together they navigated rivers, camped out in the wintery snows, and watched beautiful sunsets. Jeff made great hot wings and was a riveting storyteller. His zest for life and amiable nature made him beloved by many. He will be dearly missed as he embarks on his next great adventure.
Jeffrey is survived by his wife, Beverly; his parents, Elesteen and Mary Hager; his brother and sister-in-law, Jason and Susan Hager; and his nephews, Jackson and Evan Hager.
Donations in Jeffrey's honor can be made to the Appalachian Trail Conference, Arbor Day Foundation, or the National Brain Tumor Society.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 3, 2010, at Wells/Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Pastor Ernest Gheen officiating.
The family will receive friends following the service.
Arrangements by Wells/Sheffield Funeral Chapel, Lovingston, Virginia 434-263-4097.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Susie Fahringer
September 18, 2011
Jeff was the best nephew in the world,I will miss him forever & love him always. He was the sweetest guy on earth & anyone who knew him was a better person for it. He will be missed all day every day.
Tony Hardin
October 15, 2010
Beverly,
I was a fraternity brother of Jeff's, and I am so sad to learn of Jeff's passing. He always had a smile and easy nature. My best to you.
Tony Hardin
Denise and Richard Holmes
October 5, 2010
Dear Beverly anf Family of Jeff,
We never had the oportunity to meet but I work in Mike Menaker's lab and had the opportunity to work with Jeff during his years in the Biology Dept.
I was sorry to hear of your loss and that his service had taken place on Sunday,so close to home. I would have loved to have been able to meet you and the family he talked about so lovingly. Jeff was truly a kind person and a free spirit. He shared many stories of his hiking adventures at work. Cherish the memories you created with Jeff and he'll never be far away from your heart. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ana Castrucci
October 4, 2010
Dear Bev, our thoughts are with you. May God give you the strength to continue. Jeff will be in our hearts forever.
Ana Castrucci & Alex Mathews
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Hank & Renee Swicegood ( Frolicking Dinosaurs)
October 3, 2010
There are no words to express how sorry we are about the loss of Jeff-Okeepa. Prayers for the many happy memories that he made during his far-too-short time on earth to comfort Beverly, his parents & brother, his other family members and those of us in his hiking family who know him as Okeepa.
Michelle Bushrow
October 3, 2010
Bev, You have many tri club friends holding you close in our hearts and up in prayer. We are very sorry for your loss and are here for you...Paul and Michelle Bushrow
October 3, 2010
Dear Bev,
You have many tri club friends holding you close in our hearts and up in prayers...we are here for you and so very sorry for your loss. ~Michelle and Paul Bushrow
Bill & Kathie League
October 2, 2010
Our sincere condolences on your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Bill and Kathie League
Scott "One Leg" Rogers
October 2, 2010
Sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathy from a fellow hiker.
October 2, 2010
Thinking of you guys and Okeepa here in Arizona! I will be there this weekend in spirit. Love ya lots!!!
Low Rider
Cheryl Hussung
October 2, 2010
There are no words that will console you and your family. Jeff was a great kid. That is the way I will remember him. Teenager with his first car. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Frank & Cheryl Hussung
October 1, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss and may God comfort you in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Brad & Carmie Moore (Brownfield, TX)(Ashli Moore"s parents)
Pam Hirneisen
October 1, 2010
A wonderful part of your life is now a wonderful memory. A new chapter now begins based on your memories of Jeff. This is a sad time for all who knew Jeff and who know you. You are in my thoughts.
September 30, 2010
So very sorry for your loss, your family will be in my prayers.
Diane McClung, Bedford, Virginia
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