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Hynek F. Obituary
Eugene "Gene" F. Hynek, age 71, of 5619 Quail Circle, Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at his residence with his family by his side.
Gene was born on May 22, 1944 in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late Victor and Mary Jerabek Hynek. Gene graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1962. He then entered the United States Army in 1963 and served his country overseas in Korea. After his honorable discharge in 1966, Gene returned to Manitowoc and was employed at the Left End Restaurant for owners Max MaGee and Fuzzy Thurston. Gene then became employed with Imperial Eastman followed with employment at Lube Devices from where he retired in 2008. After retiring, Gene worked part time with security at Burger Boat Company. On July 22, 1967 he was married to Susan J. Renier in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on November 1, 2010. Gene faithfully attended Hope Community Church. He was a member of Manitowoc Fish and Game, Manitowoc Rifle and Pistol Club, and Friends of the National Rifle Association, holding offices in each of the organizations. Gene had a lifelong interest in mushroom hunting and cultivation. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying camping, hunting, and fishing.
He is survived by three daughters: his favorite oldest daughter, Lee Rae Coenen, Manitowoc; his favorite middle daughter, Heidi (Craig) Kapinos, Manitowoc; his favorite youngest daughter, Tammy (Robert) Bast, Sheboygan Falls; five grandchildren: Jacob Coenen, Tamlyn Coenen, Katie Kapinos, Sophie Bast, and Samuel Bast; one great grandson: Noah Coenen; brother-in-law: Norman Oelke, Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law: Ruth (Richard) Heinz, Raleigh, NC; Helen (Michael) Carr, Mt. Orab, OH; brother-in-law: Michael Renier, Boulder, CO; two close friends: Ron Sielski, Manitowoc; Jim Wilsmann, Mishicot; nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Victor and Mary Hynek; wife: Susan; one sister: LaVerne Oelke.
Memorial services will be held 5 p.m. Sunday, November 8, 2015 at Hope Community Church, 4408 County Road B, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Rev. John Aitken. Relatives and friends may call at Hope Community Church on Sunday from 3 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 5 p.m. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials for a memorial fund being established in Gene's name. Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hynek F.
November 14, 2015
Heidi,So soory to hear about your Dad
November 8, 2015
Lee Rae, Heidi, Tammy
I am sorry to hear of Uncle Gene's passing. I will always remember the awesome stories he shared. My sympathy to you and your families
Cousin Vicki
November 7, 2015
My sympathy to you all. I am a cousin of Gene, didn't get to see him very often, but the times I did, was always a great time catching up on things, and just talking with him. You all take care now.
Shirley Ann (Hynek) Bubolz
Jackie Guyette
November 7, 2015
LeeRae and family- so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom Oelke
November 5, 2015
My Cousins Lee Rae, Heidi and Tammy. I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. I will never forget my Uncle Gene. What a great guy. I'll never forget when I was 5 or 6 years old, for my birthday I got a bike. And my Uncle Gene rode that bike to our house from where he works. What a great surprise and moment for me at such a young age. I will never forget that day, and my Uncle Gene with my parents made it a special moment for a young boy. I have other great memories of him throughout our lives. He will be missed, that great sense of humor. My deepest condolences.
Donna Bennin
November 5, 2015
LeRae, Heidi and Tammy, my prayers to all of you and your families. Cousin Gene was a person who could light up a room with his laugh and no one wore a mustache like him. So thankful I got to see him in June by cousin Audrey's.
Terry and Sandy Sittman
November 4, 2015
So glad we had a chance to visit with your Dad when we were in Manitowoc last June. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sylvie
November 4, 2015
My condolences to the family. Gene was an interesting person but too young. I'm so sorry.
Tom and Mary Livingood
November 3, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and if you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask!
November 3, 2015
A lot of New Years eves were celebrated with your parents, fun times. Eternal life goes on forever. God's blessings.
Lynn Huempfner
Don (Donnie) Abel
November 3, 2015
Gene would often visit Rhonda and I when we lived in Green Bay. Gene always made time for friends and family. His friendly attitude and big smile were his invite into our home. We'd watch the Packers, talk about life and he always asked how we were doing. Gene visited us many times on his ventures to the Casino. Gene had a heart of gold and his laugh was contagious. Rhonda and I will miss him and we will always keep him in our prayers, thoughts and memories. We will miss you, our friend.
Don (Donnie) Abel
November 3, 2015
Your Dad was like an uncle to me. He always asked Sue for permission, when she wasn't around; he heard her respond, "Yes" every time. When we were ice fishing, we were "On a mission from God" as he charged his Chevy Blazer across the ice. Your Dad will be missed. He was my friend.
Kim Van Drisse
November 3, 2015
Dear Heidi, Gus and Katie, so sorry to hear of the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. I won't be able to attend this weekend as I will be out of town. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Kim
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