Photo courtesy of Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral Cremation Preneed Care - Battle Creek
Bellevue, Michigan
May 3, 1955 – Jul 5, 2021
Jack A. Hagist, age 66, of Bellevue passed away peacefully at home on Monday morning, July 5, 2021. He was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on May 3, 1955 to Jack Emsley Hagist and Vincenza "Synne" Elizabeth (Volpe) Hagist. Jack grew up in Battle Creek and was a 1973 graduate of Battle Creek...
Read MoreJack was a dear friend of the Renger Family, especially our brother, Steve. I worked with Jack at Kellogg's. My condolences to the Hagist family.
Julie Renger Rojas
December 03, 2021 | Friend
So sad to read of Jacks passing. He was a year ahead of me in high school. I remember playing football with him in high school. I always liked Jack. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Richard Bokhart
August 01, 2021 | Midgic | Friend
My prayers and deepest sympathies to the Hagist family.
I had the opportunity to be part of his team and Kellogg, and I have a lot of great memories for many projects, implementations, travels, etc. He was a great leader but most important he was a great person and I'm grateful that had the opportunity to work with him.
Ricardo Barron
July 21, 2021 | Kalamazoo, MI | Coworker
My heartfelt condolences to the Hagist family. Jack was a wonderful person, with a great big heart, filled with humor and goodness. It was an honor and a blessing to know him. Keeping Jack and your family in my prayers.
Letty Othon
July 19, 2021 | Romeoville, IL | Coworker
My prayers and deepest sympathies to the entire Hagist family. Jack was a wonderful man and fond memories of him will live on in our hearts forever.
Like so many others, I feel blessed to have worked with him at Kellogg's. He was a natural leader and, along with his bigger-than-life personality and booming voice, came a kind and caring nature. I always appreciated his candor and honesty, as well as his jokes. I can still hear him saying "It is what it is" - one of my favorites among...
Wes Witek
July 14, 2021 | Mount Prospect, IL | Coworker
My prayers for Sue and the family at Jack's passing. I always enjoyed seeing and speaking with Jack at church. He shot from the hip and was a real inspiration. I'm sure he will be missed.
Ruth Heyn
July 14, 2021 | Nashville, MI
Sue and family I am praying for peace for you. I pray you many happy remembrances from the wonderful years you shared. May your memories accompany and strengthen you as you find peace
Cathy Tyjewski
July 13, 2021 | Battle Creek, MI | Friend
Sending prayers and hugs to entire Hagist family. Jack was a wonderful man! Hope all your great memories will help you through this difficult time.
Keith and Michelle Martens
July 11, 2021
My deepest condolences and prayers to family. Jack was trully one of the great ones, respected and inspired many of us. He left a lasting legacy.
Emil Beloglavec
July 11, 2021 | Kalamazoo, MI | Coworker
