Damian Hackman

Damian Hackman obituary, Belleville, IL

Damian Hackman

Damian Hackman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Metroeast Mortuary on Mar. 19, 2025.

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Damian Hackman, 67, of Carbondale, Il passed away August 24, 2024 after a battle with Alzheimers Disease. Damian was born May 28, 1957 in Florissant, Missouri, to parents George and Ursula Hackman.
Damian was preceded in death by his parents, George and Ursula Hackman, and his wife, Debbie Robertson Hackman.
Those left to cherish his memory and will miss his dear heart are his daughter, Aubrey Hackman of Encinitas, CA. His two grandsons, Merit and Canon OHare of Encinitas, CA. His siblings, George (Elisa) Hackman, Mary (Greg) Mathieu, James (Diane) Hackman, and Kathryn (James) Diehl. His nieces and nephews, Mickelene (Kayln) Hoggard, Quinlyn, Jacob, Samuel and Matthew Hackman, Jesse Emert, Joseph Diehl, Jessica Diehl, Christopher (Alexa) Mathieu and Tyson (Kristy) Phillips.
Damian graduated from Richwoods High School, Peoria, IL and the University of Arizona. He held the city weightlifting record for his weight class up until recent years. Damian was in sales for the majority of his career, including cars, insurance and security systems. His most fulfilling career found him escorting handicapped and elderly individuals to various stores. Damian enjoyed hitting the lakes and streams with his fishing pole and was an avid fan of college football.
Heaven needed a good soul. One who adored his daughter, revered his parents, delighted in his grandchildren, was honest, fiercely loyal, and kind. Rest in peace.
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