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Leo Hampel Obituary
Nashville, TN
Leo T. Hampel died peacefully at Centennial Medical Center on May 4, 2015 in Nashville at the age of 99.
Leo is survived by children, Mary Anne Dooley of Chicago, IL, Ted Hampel of Clarksville, TN and Trish Conley of St. Louis, MO, and grandchildren, Ellen Dooley, Larry Dooley, Ben Dooley, Rachel Hampel Bracy Piech, Reagan Hampel, Chris Conley, Kevin Conley, Renessa Wanamaker West, Buddy Wanamaker, and 28 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by wife, Mae Belle Black Hampel; wife, Bernice Hinson Hampel; son, Leo Thomas ("Tom") Hampel and loving companion, Helen Lange.
Leo was born on 27 April 1916 in Bigelow, AR to Leo Hampel and Cora Crouch Hampel. He graduated from Little Rock (AR) Central High School and attended The University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN. Leo retired from Exxon Mobil after 42 years employment, and continued his passion for golf and bridge for the balance of his life. He was an active and dedicated member of St. Henry's Catholic Church of Nashville for the last 40+ years. Of his numerous accomplishments, Leo was especially proud of his appointment to the top post in Tennessee for Petroleum Matters, Director of West Nashville Kiwanis Club and President Junior Achievement Middle Tennessee. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.
Visitation will be held at St. Henry's Catholic Church in Nashville on Wednesday, May 6 from 5 to 7 p.m., followed by Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Henry's Catholic Church at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 7, followed by a private family burial at Calvary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to St. Vincent DePaul Society of Nashville.
The family would like to especially thank The Blakeford Assisted Living of Nashville for their devoted care, and members of Vanderbilt Bridge Club for their loyal friendship.
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Elizabeth Lange
April 29, 2021
I just wrote an essay about My moms passing and Leo was a main character. I remember him fondly for making my mom beam.
Elizabeth Lange
April 29, 2019
Leo was a bright light in my life and in my mom's life. She loved him dearly as he did her.
May 7, 2015
Ted, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gerald Farris
May 7, 2015
i respected leo very much. He was so kind to help us learn bridge. He was a real gentleman....always kind and helpful.
Live with your good memories. GOD BLESS YOU!
Burton Courf Resident Dolores Shockley
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May 7, 2015
Rest in peace Leo. You were one of the finest humans I ever knew. Mark Arendas, Lumberville , PA
Eva Rushton
May 6, 2015
Prayers for you and your family. Love you guys.
Frank Bostick
May 6, 2015
Our sincere sympathies to you and your family
Tom Linder
May 6, 2015
Rest in the Peace of the Lord.
Tom Linder, Class "61
May 6, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
T. Davis. (Nashville, TN
Mary Margaret Hamlett
May 6, 2015
Leo was a beloved member of the Vanderbilt Bridge Club. We are heartbroken at his loss. To his family and friends, please know that we loved and honored Leo. We will miss him so very much.
Kate Arendas
May 5, 2015
Leo,
You are such a wonderful man. You made my grandmother so happy and I know you both are enjoying each others company again:). This world could use many more Leo's because you were such a beautiful soul. Enjoy playing cards with Helen and I know you are enjoying her food again too:).
Love you xx
Kate
Elizabeth Lange
May 5, 2015
Thank you Leo for making the last ten years of my mom's life beautiful. We all cherished your prayers and your good counsel. I know mom is waiting for you with a beautiful meal. It was a treasure to know and love you. Beth, Mark and Kate
May 5, 2015
Leo will be greatly missed by the staff of Burton Court.. We truly loved him...
Pat Walsh
May 5, 2015
To all the family of my good friend Leo, I will miss you. I have no doubt where you are this minute and that you are well and pleased. Hope the catfish is good, the bridge challenging and the cars fly.
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