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1948
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2018
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Lawrence Hagene Obituary
Lawrence "Larry" Hagene, 69, born November 25, 1948, passed with peace and grace at his home surrounded by his loved ones at 3:06 p.m. on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.
Larry attended St. Bruno Catholic School, and in 2018, he was recognized as the Distinguished Alumni of the Year. He was a 1967 graduate of Pinckneyville Community High School. In 1968, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and earned a Purple Heart while serving his country in the Vietnam War. Larry was a coal miner and correctional officer, and he was a dedicated member of the American Legion and United Mine Workers of America.
Larry loved the outdoors, especially deer hunting, gardening, and walking. He was well known for his beautifully maintained garden and his love for cooking and baking. Though he was a man of few words, he was also a man of many kind and generous deeds. You could often find him honoring servicemen and women by being a member of the color guard in parades, a rifleman at military funerals, and a flagman for patriotic holidays. Larry enjoyed traveling to visit with fellow Vietnam veterans and their families. He was a very active member of St. Bruno Catholic Church and was committed to his faith.
On November 27, 1969, he married Joyce (Stern) Dierkes, and two children, Brian and Kelli, were born of that marriage. On July 1, 1995, he married Marcia (Wagner), nee Gaul, and she survives.
Larry was preceded in death by his father, Louis and his mother, Bernice; one brother, Richard Hagene; and one sister, Glenda Hagene in infancy.
Left to mourn his passing are his wife, Marcia; five children, Brian (Holli) Hagene, Kelli McDonald, Angie Wagner (Jason Crain), Brian Wagner, and Chrissy (Dustin) Robinson; 11 grandchildren, Patrick, Hayden, Kate, Mason, Talan, Reagan, Jake, Carlie, Carter, Kelcie, and Braxton; six brothers, Louis (Veronica) Hagene, Tom (Edie) Hagene, Carl (Shirley) Hagene, Maurice (Glenda) Hagene, Tony Hagene and Vincent (Lynette) Hagene; and 10 sisters, Marie McDonald, Marcella Bruns, Cecilia Day (Robert Baker), Diane (Doug) Yocum, Rita (Michael) Harriss, Elaine (Terry) Heern, Annette (Don) Hart, Nora (Douglas) Neal, Denise (Ray Allen) Bathon, and Laura (Ron) Porter. He also leaves numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Memorials may be made to St. Bruno School. For more information or to sign an online guest register please visit www.pyattfuneralhome.com.
Visitation: Visitation will be held at St. Bruno Catholic Church, Pinckneyville, IL, on Friday from 5 p.m. until 8 a.m. and on Saturday at the church from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. The rosary will be recited on Saturday at 9 a.m.
Services: Funeral Mass will be held at St. Bruno Catholic Church, Pinckneyville, IL, on Saturday, March 10, 2018, at 10 a.m. with Father Augustine Ibezimako officiating. Interment will be in St. Bruno Catholic Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL, with military graveside rites by the Presswood-Daffron American Legion Post #2504, Pinckneyville, IL.
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bruce duvardo
March 25, 2018
sorry for your loss Bruce & Cathy Duvardo
Terri Hoff
March 11, 2018
Dear Marcia and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband Larry. I was very sad to hear the news. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength, courage, hope and love during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to you.
Donald Robinson
March 10, 2018
Marcia & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Larry was a prince among men, always caring and always smiling. You have our deepest sympathy in this difficult time.
Lori Mandel
March 10, 2018
Marsha and family,
I wanted to send my deepest condolences to you all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Ron & Sherry Ridgeway
March 10, 2018
Dear Marsha & all your family & all the Hagene families, We are so sorry for this great loss of such a dear guy. We have you all in our thoughts and in our prayers during this very sad and very difficult time. Sherry & Ron Ridgeway & family & Tom Keene
March 9, 2018
Marcia and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Robert and Geneva Cuccatti
March 9, 2018
Marcia and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Your Friends from District #50
Jerry Whitson
March 9, 2018
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Hagene family. You are in our thoughts.
Sincerely,
Jerry and Marian Whitson
Jamie Schrader
March 8, 2018
Larry was such a great guy who will be missed by many. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers for his family. ~Chad & Jamie Schrader
Patti Goller
March 8, 2018
Marcia and family, I send all my love and prayers to you on the loss of your Larry. Love and Hugs Patti Buser Goller
Paul Wisely
March 8, 2018
To the Havens family Larry was a outstanding person my thoughts and prayers to all the family Paul wisely
Harris & Gaynell Louque
March 8, 2018
Marcia: "Luke" and I offer our deepest sympathies. Larry was a very good person who was kind and caring. You will be receiving a memorial card with Masses being said for him You and your family are remembered in our prayers.
Lyn and Tom Ernst
March 8, 2018
Marcia and family, Tom and I send our deepest condolences to all. When we were together last Oct you described Larry as a wonderful man. He wil be missed by all who him. May the love of all who crossed his path in his life and yours together help you through your grief. Lyn Huelsman Ernst
Dan and Jamie Leipert
March 8, 2018
Kelli,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I know that this is never easy- for anyone- so stay strong and allow yourself time to gieve and talk about your father with those you love. Time can heal everything, and when you mix that with love, I strongly believe you can overcome any hardship.
Diane and Tom Gross
March 8, 2018
So sorry about Larry. You have our sympathies. I met Larry only a few times, but could tell he made you happy. That made him one of the good guys.
Diane and Tom Gross
Marvin Kuhnert
March 8, 2018
To Marcia and all of the Hagene family ... please accept our very deepest sympathy. Larry was a very nice person and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Marvin and Mary Catherine
Lyndia Annis
March 8, 2018
Marcia, I am so sorry for your loss. I can certainly understand what you are going through. May God bless you and may God comfort you in your darkest hour.
Chad Ashby
March 7, 2018
Brian, Kelli, Marcia and the entire Hagene Family we have you in our thoughts and prayers during this time. God bless you all. Chad, Michelle, Ellie & Grace Ashby
Renee Van Pelt
March 7, 2018
Kevin and I are so very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was a fine man, so caring, gentle and kind. We will have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Walter Keller
March 7, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Went to school with Larry, he was a very good man.
Jennifer Carson
March 7, 2018
To Marcia, and Family we extend our sincere sympathy. Praying for Gods peace to be with you all.
Chuck and Jennifer Carson
Pam and Allen Harriss
March 7, 2018
To the Hagene Family. So Sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Pat & Joyce Campbell
March 7, 2018
To Marcia and the entire our sincere condolences. Larry was a wonderful person and will be missed! God Bless you all!
Gene&Donna Krug
March 7, 2018
To the Hagene Family, We send our deepest sympathy and may Larry RIP. God Bless you all. Gene is the brother of Shirley, and brother-in-law of Carl.
Susan Olson
March 7, 2018
To the Hagene family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Billie and Andrew Sroka
March 7, 2018
So sorry to hear about Larry! Larry was a great guy and will be missed by many! My heart goes out to his friends and family! R.I.P Larry Hagene!
Tammy Kujawa
March 7, 2018
RIP and Godspeed, Uncle Larry. You will never be forgotten and always in my heart.
Sylvia Fulk
March 7, 2018
So sorry to hear of Larrys passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Bob Dempsey
March 7, 2018
Marcia and family, my sincere condolences.
Samuel Fulk
March 7, 2018
So sorry to hear about Larry. My heart goes out to Marcia and the entire Hagene Family. Larry was a fine man and will be missed by all!!
March 7, 2018
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