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John Hagen Obituary
Knoxville, TN
John H. Hagen, of Knoxville, Tennessee, and formerly of Wisconsin, passed away September 30, 2016, at the age of 73. A retired Accountant, John was a dedicated professional whose candor and consideration earned him much respect. He was well liked and spent many a Friday golfing with his colleagues. John went back to college after he was married and had his first three children, he graduated with the distinction of Summa Cum Laude. He will always be remembered for his involvement in his children's live. He was a Boy Scout leader for his three sons and was heavily involved in the Americanos Drum and Bugle Corps with all his children.
John was preceded in death by his parents, George and Margaret Hagen; and eldest brother, George. He is survived and will be deeply missed by his devoted wife of 52 years, Helen Hagen; sons, John, Steve, and David Hagen; daughter, Marche Lee and husband, Richard; grandchildren, Adrienne, Mariah, Jordan, and Stephan Hagen, Samantha Simpson, Diaondra (Andrew) Johnson, Drew (Amberly) Lee, Katie (Alex) Parrott, and Ben Lee; great-grandchildren, Emma Johnson, Greyson Lee, and Dawson Faye; twin brother, Peter (Diane) Hagen; sisters, Ida Maki, Mary Carol (Rudy) Bahlert; and extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 8th, from 2-3 p.m., at Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel. A Celebration of Life will follow at 3 p.m. Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Hagen family and invites you to view and sign their online guestbook at gentrygriffey.com.
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Raghu Devaguptapu
October 9, 2016
Helen and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of this news. I remember all of you so fondly growing up as neighbors. Every memory I have of John was as a kind and caring man. A good man who was friendly to all around him. Sending love and keeping all of you in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Raghu Devaguptapu
Diane Hagen
October 8, 2016
Ann Conlon/Clapman
October 6, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of John. I have such wonderful childhood memories of John and Peter. My brother Jim and I were childhood friends of the twins . We lived 4 houses down the street from them and really had some great adventures in the neighborhood. Helen our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Mary Sadler Gaines
October 6, 2016
Helen and family,
I am so very sorry to hear this news of John's passing. He was a wonderful man, and a brilliant co-worker. I had the honor of interviewing and hiring John when he decided to make a career change to Lockheed Martin (now CNS). Over the years he made many friends and earned the respect and admiration of his co-workers by always being courteous, humble, and so very good at his craft! Some special things I remember about him include his bringing freshly cut roses to us (straight from his yard), his humor, and the manuscript he showed me of his novel...which I hope he had published! He was a friend to so very many people, including me and the members of the entire financial and tax organizations. Knowing John, his love for you and his family was what kept him so happy during his time on earth, and I am certain you all Will continue to feel it. My husband Sam and I pray for peace and comfort for you and the family during this time of grief.
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