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Earl Hempe Obituary

Hempe, Earl Harold Passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at age 93. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Shirley (nee Tamms) Hempe and infant son, Scott. Beloved son of the late Henry and Louise Hempe. Dear brother of the late Roy Hempe and the late Violet Goik. Loving father of Hal Hempe. Proud grandpa of Thomas Earl Hempe, Susanne Adele Hempe and Rebecca Taylor Hempe. Cherished uncle of Michael Hempe, George Tamms, Judith Watry and Sandra Cristan. Visitation at the Funeral Home on Friday, September 11 from 4 PM to 8 PM. Burial at Arlington Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorials to the Humane Society appreciated. Many thanks to all the caregivers and Seasons Hospice for their care of Dad. Earl was a kind and gentle soul who loved his family and all animals, especially dogs. He enjoyed vacationing and fishing in the north woods at North Twin Lake. Earl was an expert tinkerer with a creative and inventive mind, able make things to make life easier for others. He enjoyed stamp and coin collecting.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Sep. 9, 2015.

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John Brunette

October 9, 2015

So sorry for your loss Hal. I know how hard this is, especially after taking such good care of him. Good healing thoughts your way, my friend.

Joline Fletcher

September 11, 2015

Sorry to hear about your father. My prayers are with you and your family.

Mike Hempe

September 10, 2015

Hal, your Father, My Uncle Earl will be remembered for many things. He had the gift of friendliness and was a great conversationalist.... Keep you listening for hours. He will be missed by many. I was lucky to have him as my Uncle.

September 10, 2015

Hal,
So sorry to hear about your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

It's been a long time since you and I played trumpet together at State Fair Park.

Good luck to you.

Ken Tamms, (Son of Russell and Lorraine Tamms)

Amy Fuller

September 9, 2015

Hal,

I am so sorry for your loss. Your father was such a kind man. My thoughts are with you during these difficult times.

Sincerely,
Amy Jo & Justin

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