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Hatsu Opal Obituary
Hatsu Opal, age 85, passed away peacefully at Methodist Hospital October 23, 2023. She was born November 10, 1937.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by spouse, Joseph Opal; and son, Gary Coleman.
Hatsu is survived by her son, Joseph III (Juanita) Opal; daughters, Delecia (Art) Eaton, and Amy; sister, Patricia; 8 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home on Thursday, October 26, 2023. Interment is in the Cedar Lawn Cemetery. The family will direct memorials.
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