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Major Omar Mohamed "Carl "Cookie" Hemphill" Abdallah

Major Omar Mohamed "Carl "Cookie" Hemphill" Abdallah obituary, Gary, IN

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Gary, Indiana

Omar Abdallah Obituary

Omar, also known as Carl "Cookie" Hemphill, was a loving father, cousin, friend, grandfather, etc. Omar graduated from Froebel High School in Gary, Indiana Wesleyan University, and Indiana University NW. He worked in the steel mill and had a decorated career of service in both the U.S. Air Force and Army. Omar served many years working as a Nurse Practitioner for the Veterans Hospital. Omar is survived by his siblings: Henrietta Watson, Ellen (Frank) Dulaney, and Michael Hemphill. He leaves behind his five children and their spouses: Tracey Hemphill Wright, Karla Hemphill Harris & Shawn, Crystal Hemphill Daniels & Jeremy, Carl Jr. & Nachele Hemphill, and Tony Hemphill; 18 grandchildren (including their spouses and one fiancé); 5 great grandchildren, a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and a lifetime of memories. He will be desperately missed. Condolences may be sent to [email protected]. Memories can be shared at: https://tinyurl.com/h2mr76iu. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, attendance is limited. Funeral services will be live streamed on Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc. Facebook live at 11AM (central time) on Friday February 5, 2021. Services will also be live streamed on zoom at: https://zoom.us/j/97750947866 Zoom Meeting ID: 977 5094 7866

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Published by Post-Tribune on Feb. 4, 2021.

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Yvonne Anderson

July 23, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Omar will always be my best friend. I truly miss him.

Samuel Taylor TSgt Retired

February 9, 2021

To the family of Omar I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Omar my best friend for thirty-dour years. Even over the years we kept in touch,speaking just last week. as he really inspired me in my life showing me as he always excelled to the top .I will forever miss Omar, just as you will. Rest in peace Major

Rufus Shawrelle

February 6, 2021

Former co-worker - thought well of others. Rest Easy.
Donation: Red Cross

Pat Smith Watson

February 5, 2021

My cousin that I will always remember. Carl loved family and always would ask how everyone was doing. Will be sadly missed.
May God give you the strength and courage for endurance during this time.

Kathleen Smith

February 5, 2021

Truly Sorry to Hear the loss of My Good Friend for over 20 years. He will be Truly Missed.
Praying for Strength and Comfort for the Family During this Difficult Time. RIP.
Friend
Kathleen Smith

L. Kay Williams

February 4, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Grew up with Carl on the East Side of Gary as a neighbor and friend. Always a nice and giving person. Sorry to learn of his death.

Group of 10 Memorial Trees

Joseph C Reynolds and Family

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Douglas Havens

February 4, 2021

My prayers to the family. Bro Carl was a great guy at I.U..

scott

February 4, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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