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Kenneth Hatfield Obituary
Kenneth B. Hatfield, 62, of New Buffalo, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Arrangements have been entrusted to Sommerfeld Chapel, 15 N. Barton St., New Buffalo, Michigan.
Ken was born on Jan. 2, 1962, in Michigan City, Indiana, to the late Chester and Patsy (Salmons) Hatfield.
Ken is survived by his children, Kyle (Sarah Payne) Hatfield and Kurtis (Jessica Soapes) Hatfield, and step-daughter, Nicole (Keith) Kehoe, all of New Buffalo; his long-time partner, Pam Collins; numerous grandchildren; brother, Don Hatfield of New Buffalo; and sisters, Carol (Todd) Soller of Michigan City and Gwen (Doug) Burk of La Porte. He is preceded in death by his parents; step-daughter, Robyn Asch; brother, Chester Perry Hatfield Jr.; and sister, Terri Hatfield Sommers.
A Celebration of Life Gathering will take place on Saturday, June 1, 3 p.m., at the New Buffalo American Legion Post 169 in New Buffalo.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Hatfield family C/O Don Hatfield at 34 S. Barker St., New Buffalo, 49117.
Friends wishing to leave the family a message of condolence may do so at www.sommerfeldchapel.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Chuck Krametbauer
June 19, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Tim
May 30, 2024
Known Kenny long time great guy. So Sorry for the family.
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