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James Hatfield Obituary
Dec. 22, 1969 - Aug. 26, 2020
SOUTH BEND, IN - James Hatfield, 50, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2020.
Jim was born on December 22, 1969 in South Bend to Robert and Judith (Basker) Hatfield. Jim met the love of his life, Jennifer “Jenna” Dover in May 2010 at the Linebacker. On February 9, 2018 he married Jenna who survives along with two bonus children, Koleton and Kendall Dover; two sisters, Susan (Mike) Husen and Patty Lubelski; brother, John Hatfield; mother and father-in-law, James and Jeretta King; sisters-in-law, Jenny Hatfield, Jeanie (Shane) Smith, and Joy (Ken) Worsham; and nieces and nephews, Ryan, Kyle, Carter, Christine, Ashley, Terri (Dan) Stauffer, Andrew, Marissa (Jon) Good, Natalie, Joshua, Marissa, Aaron, David, Josie, Madison, and Brady, and many other friends and family. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Gregory and Donald Hatfield, and brother-in-law, Mike Husen.
Jimmy was a huge music fan, and nothing made him happier than seeing his favorite bands in concert. If Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Loverboy, The Fixx, or dozens of others were playing within 100 miles, you better believe he had tickets. He loved the Chicago Cubs and the Fighting Irish. If Notre Dame was playing at home, you could always count on Jimmy to be tailgating, blasting music for the whole parking lot to hear. For the last 15 years, he owned and operated Jim's Home Improvement. He was a hard worker who took on each new job with pride. He perfected everything he created. He enjoyed karaoke. He got such enjoyment out of his toys, motorcycles, and snowmobiling, and had just purchased a boat. A few years ago, he became a cat-dad to his beloved Oscar.
Cremation has taken place. A gathering of family and friends will take place on Monday, August 31, 2020 in the Zahoran Funeral Home, 1826 Kemble Avenue from 4-8. Services will be held on Tuesday in the funeral home at 11:00am. Burial will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Viewing is possible through our webcast. Please visit Zoom.com, click on join a meeting, 574-287-7125 is meeting ID number. Social distancing guidelines will be enforced. To leave an online condolence, visit our website, www.zahoran.com or our facebook page, Zahoran Funeral Home.
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Ryan Turner
September 1, 2020
Rest In Peace, Brother.
Ryan Turner
September 1, 2020
Rest In Peace, Brother.
Brian Balentine
August 31, 2020
Rest in peace Jim from a fellow classmate at Forest G Hay E.S. and Jackson M.S., Jim was a genuinely nice and fun guy to be around. Although we only bumped into each other a few times over the years it was nice reminiscing over our childhood years at Hay, playing football at Jackson and friends in common. My condolences and many blessings go out to your family and friends. It was nice knowing you and God Speed!
Rachel Slucki
August 31, 2020
I only met Jim once while visiting my mom, but I cannot express just how grateful I am that he was a part of her life. He was referred to her by a co-worker fourteen years ago when she needed some little jobs taken care of around her house. Jim brought her so many sparks of joy over the years by helping her cross things off her to-do list. Whether it was remodeling her bathrooms, building her sunroom, or just stopping by to replace the batteries in her alarm system, he always wore a smile and treated her with genuine respect and kindness. Countless are the times she called me, so happy and excited to say "Jim did this" or "Jim did that". He was not just her handyman, he was a friend that has been taken much too soon. My condolences to Jennifer and his family.
Doris Speicher
August 30, 2020
Jim did several jobs at my home several years ago. He was a wonderful carpenter and kept things so cleaned up after every job. His passing is so sad. Condolences go to his family.
Kent Ross
August 30, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. RIP Jim!!
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