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Michael Kemper Obituary
Michael David Kemper, 57, of St. Augustine, Fla., passed away Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008, at Baptist South Medical Center in Jackson-ville, Fla. Kemper was born in Ashland, Ky., on March 5, 1950, to Marion and Grace Hunt Kemper. He loved music and was an active member of the St. Augustine local music scene, playing in bands such as Life, The Paper Bridge, The Ups and Downs, Cockylot, The Vibrotones and The First National Rotagilla Band. He worked as a mechanical engineer and project manager for Powell and Hinkle Engineering and also owned his own business, Kemper Design Services, where he designed residential house plans and such. Mike also had a great love for automobiles and his family.
Kemper is survived by his wife, Leslie Kemper; son, Michael Damian Kemper; daughter-in-law Nicole Kemper; sisters Patricia Worthington and Sharon Stout; and two granddaughters, Madison and Gracie Kemper. He is predeceased by his parents.
Mike will be missed and remembered by the music he played, the friends he made, the family he took such great care of and the way he loved others.
Kemper's family will receive friends 5 to 6 p.m. Monday, with a celebration of his life starting at 6 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Live plants are gratefully accepted or donations in Michael's name may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Funeral arrangements by Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park, 1475 Old Dixie Highway, St. Augustine, FL 32084, 904-824-1672. Please visit Kemper's memorial page at www.craigfuneralhome.com.
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susan mosier
February 26, 2008
I only met Mike and Leslie a few times with my husband Ray Mosier. That's all it took to know how wonderful these people are. Leslie, May God bless you and comfort you and the family in your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know Mike and Ray are jammin' once again in the best band ever! Mike will be greatly missed by all.
Dionne Cotterman
February 26, 2008
I worked with Mike at LRW in the late 80's. What I remember most about Mike was his sense of humor and his ever-present smile. He was a joy to work with! Please accept my sincere and deepest sympathy.
Jan Whisenant RN
February 25, 2008
I had the privilege of being Mike's nurse. His quiet strength stays in my heart. My prayers are with you Leslie. I will never forget your love for each other.
Jan
Rick Bernheimer
February 23, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Mike's family. He treated me like a brother and have never forgot it. God Bless
Kenneth Smith
February 23, 2008
We were saddened to learn of Mike's passing. We have enjoyed knowing and being part of his work-life for many years at Powell & Hinkle Engineering. He was a great guy and he will be missed by all of our staff who knew him.
Our sympathy to all of your family.
Kenneth Smith Architects
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