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Jay Hedgepeth Obituary

Jay Homer Hedgepeth, 54, of Palatine.The visitation for Jay Hedgepeth will be held on Friday, August 28, 2015 from 4:00PM until 8:00PM at the Ahlgrim Family Funeral Home, 201 N. Northwest Hwy., Palatine. The services will begin with prayers at 10:30AM on Saturday, August 29th at the funeral home proceeding to St. Thomas of Villanova Catholic Church, 1201 E. Anderson Drive, Palatine for a funeral Mass at 11:00AM. Interment will be private. Jay was born on March 14, 1961 in Jackson, MS the son of the late Jay Homer and Allie Josephine (nee Hill) Hedgepeth and passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2015. Jay is survived by his wife Jeanne Marie (nee Hedrich) Hedgepeth; cherished daughter Grace Elizabeth Hedgepeth; dear sister Allison Rhea (William J., LCDR, USN Ret.) Hedgepeth Clock; niece Madeline Josephine Hunt LeCuyer. Daddy Running Wolf loves Little Running Wolf, his Indian Princess always. In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Jay would be appreciated for Autism Speaks, 1060 State Road, 2nd Floor, Princeton, NJ 08540 or see www.autismspeaks.org For info. 847-358-7411 or www.ahlgrimffs.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Aug. 27 to Aug. 28, 2015.

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Matt Hedrich

July 30, 2016

Now he belongs to the ages.

Donald Projansky

October 7, 2015

RIP I just found out of Jays untimely death .i worked with him @PSS

Jane Fulton-Conley

September 2, 2015

Fond Memories of Jay and the Hedgepeth family growing up in Deerfield. So very sorry for your loss. My condolences to the entire family. Gone way too soon.

Jeannie Calabrese

September 1, 2015

I'm so sorry about Jay. I'm sending positive thoughts to his family and friends.

Mary Ann Giampa

August 28, 2015

Gone too soon. We loved your warmth, personality and ready smile. Rest in peace, dear friend.

Mickey (Williams) Agee

August 28, 2015

Jeanne & Grace - I so clearly remember the excitement of Grace's arrival, and how proud a couple you both were. And Bob & I spoke of our yearly date at the Prom watching the young couples and exchanging smiles. I believe a heavenly angel guides us to our Heavenly home, but two guardian angels will remain to watch over you.

Know you are held close to our hearts and foremost in our prayers. Mickey and Bob Agee

August 28, 2015

I am very saddened by the news of Mr. Hedgepeth's passing. I did not know him very well, but his smile was easily recognized and he was so very kind to everyone he met. My condolences to Mrs. Hedgepeth and her daughter.

Louise Stompanato .... PHS

August 28, 2015

Jeanne, My heart goes out for you and your family..

August 28, 2015

What a kind man Jay was. How thrilled he was to be a dad! I am so sorry for the loss of Jay, and wish peace to all his family and friends.

elaine conforti

August 27, 2015

I just saw you at Mariannos and driving last week on Northwest Highway with Grace. Never thought you'd be gone so soon. I'm sure you will be watching over Grace and Jeanne with love in your eyes. How very delicate life is. See you later Jay......

elaine conforti

August 27, 2015

Just saw you at Mariannos last week, I can"t believe you're gone. And seeing you and Grace on Northwest Highway driving and waving. Life is so delicate, I'm sure you will be watching over Jeanne and Grace with love. See you later Jay......

Marla Kanter Neuman

August 27, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family. Jay was a great guy. He will be greatly missed.

Mary Nix

August 27, 2015

So deeply sorry for your loss. I remember Jay from the 70's, praying for you all.

Kathy Christensen

August 27, 2015

Jeanne and Grace, I was shocked to learn of Jay's death. He was a wonderful colleague and loyal friend.He definitely helped me through some challenging times. I will miss him. Prayers and sympathy to your family.

Lulu Puccio

August 27, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. Jay passing is felt by so many who knew and loved him. He was a great friend and a very proud husband and father. We will miss him every day. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.

Jade Montanez

August 27, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Jay's passing. You may not know me from my name. We lived on Baldwin and had the little waterfall in front of our house. My daughter Mandy was in your class. May you find peace and comfort in God's love for you and Grace.

Carrie Williams

August 27, 2015

My heart goes out to Jay's family at this difficult time and I am so sorry for your loss. God Speed Jay and rest in peace.

Lori Serio

August 27, 2015

Thoughts and prayers with your family.

Michael Casey

August 27, 2015

Jeanne & Grace, I am so sorry for your Loss Jay will be remembered by Many, Many, People. Jay you will be Missed my Friend.

August 27, 2015

I'm So Sorry for your loss Jeanne & Grace. Jay will be MISSED by many, many people. Jay may you Rest in Peace my Friend.

Michael Casey

Susan Notarius

August 27, 2015

I am very sorry to hear of this loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Stephanie Hardy

August 27, 2015

Keeping Jeanne and Grace in my prayers. Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Love from me and everyone at St. Thomas of Villanova School.

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Aug

28

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Ahlgrim Family Funeral Services - Palatine Location

201 North Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067-5359

Aug

29

Prayer Service

10:30 a.m.

Ahlgrim Family Funeral Services - Palatine Location

201 North Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067-5359

Aug

29

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Thomas of Villanova Catholic Church

1201 E. Anderson Drive, Palatine , IL

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201 North Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067-5359

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