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Feb 24, 1937 - Jul 12, 2021 (Age 84)
Dianne & Family We offer our sympathy and will be thinking about you and keeping you In our thoughts and prayers. Working with him at Fleming was always good. We were both Washington County boys . He played on a very good High school team from Greenleaf and also had a great smile and laugh. God´s blessings to you and you family.
Larry & Donna Kohlmeier
July 19, 2021 | Friend
Debra, Kevin & family. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your dad, father-in- law, grandpa, and special friend to many. We enjoyed his friendship and warm personality. I always enjoyed our conversations. .
Gary & Gayle Smith
July 19, 2021 | Topeka, KS | Friend
Dianne & family; So sorry to see that Mr. Hatesohl has passed away. I enjoyed visiting with you both when you came to the dentist office. I let Dr. Amin know about his passing also. Prayers and thoughts are with you and family.
Marcia White
July 18, 2021 | Topeka, KS | Acquaintance
Derald. My memories of him are from officiating. Always smiling and a great official, mentor and friend. Thoughts and prayers for his family.
Marc Lutz
July 18, 2021 | Topeka, KS
He was a mentor and a great example for developing officials. God Bless
Mike Custenborder
July 18, 2021 | Topeka, KS | Friend
To Derald family. I am very sorry to hear about Derald passing. He was the type of person everyone enjoyed being with. He had a great smile and personality. I will miss our road trips. Prayers and thoughts with you and your family.
John and Alicia Rangel
July 16, 2021 | Topeka, KS | Friend
To the family of Derald-my deepest condolences. I drove with Derald on trips with Lewis Toyota and Noller Ford and never a dull moment! What great guy and will be missed!
Patrick Pfeiffer
July 16, 2021 | Topeka, KS | Friend
Dianne, Mom and I are so sorry to hear about Hop. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. I know he will be truly missed.
Kathi and Jean Killman
July 16, 2021 | Topeka, KS | Friend
Dianne & family Our deepest condolences to you. We worked with Derald at Flemings. He was a great individual and will be truly missed.
Steve and Doris Thomas
July 16, 2021 | Friend
Derald Lee Hatesohl, age 84, of Topeka passed away Monday, July 12, 2021 at Stormont Vail Hospital. Derald was born February 24, 1937 in Greenleaf, KS the son of Erwin and Myrtle (Behrens) Hatesohl. He graduated from Greenleaf High School in 1955. He then graduated from Brown Mackie Business School in 1956. Derald served in the U.S. Army serving three years and stationed in Taiwan. Derald married Dianne Sue Krahe on June 9, 1963 at Greenleaf, KS. He was employed by Fleming Company for over 40 years, retiring in 1999 as a Distribution Manager. He was a 23-year member of the Kansas Sports Officials Association, officiating high school football. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church. Derald was an avid golfer, playing at Lake Shawnee and Forbes Golf Course. He served as president of the Senior Men’s League. He was a member of the Fleming Retiree Group and served as the past president.
Derald is survived by his wife, Dianne, of over 58 years; a son, Michael Hatesohl of Lawrence; a daughter, Debra (Kevin) Mapes of Topeka; a brother, Delton Hatesohl of Concordia, KS; three granddaughters, Molly Hatesohl, Madeline “Grace” Hatesohl and Allie Mapes; a grandson, Alex Mapes; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Anita Blatchley.
Memorial services are Monday, July 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Calvary Lutheran Church in Topeka. Visitation will be one hour before services from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Monday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Lutheran Church and left in care of the Davidson Funeral Home. davidsonfuneral.com
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