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James Hexamer Obituary
James Frederick (Tuffy) Hexamer went to be with the Lord on June 25, 2011 after an extended illness at Grace Health Care.
He was a graduate of Clarksville High School and a welder by trade.
He was preceded in death by his father, Frederick (Fritz) Hexamer; stepfather, R.C. (Coolie) McCollom; brother, Monroe Reynolds and wife Kathleen Hexamer.
He is survived by 6 children, Jason (Vicki) Hexamer, James (Tracy) Hexamer, Shantal (Donnie) Hutchinson, Jessica (Robert) Heady, Michael (Linda) Crittenden, Jennifer (Doug) Grala; 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Mrs. Virginia McCollom; 2 sisters and 2 brothers, Erma Dean Neuville, Betty Jo (Jerome) Hall, Donnie (Kim) McCollom and Greg McCollom.
No services are planned, as it was Mr. Hexamer's wishes to donate his body to research in hopes that others may live longer and healthier lives.
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Kymberly Mitchell-Toney
July 3, 2011
I met Tuffy kind of in an awkward way, but have always considered him my Uncle by Marriage, due to I am Carolyn's Step daughter. My Heart goes out to all the kids and grandkids, especially his Mother. My Prayers are there for you with my Deepest Sympathy. I am here if you need me to talk (Jennifer) I let Carolyn Know she is not taking it well, please call her or me...931-217-2635 and I will get to her. He is no longer in Pain and with Kathy now. Blessings, Kymberly Mitchell-Toney (Creig and Carolyns daughter)
Kymberly Mitchell-Toney
July 3, 2011
I met Tuffy kind of in an awkward way, but have always considered him my Uncle by Marriage, due to I am Carolyn's Step daughter. My Heart goes out to all the kids and grandkids, especially his Mother. My Prayers are there for you with my Deepest Sympathy. I am here if you need me to talk (Jennifer) I let Carolyn Know she is not taking it well, please call her or me...931-217-2635 and I will get to her. He is no longer in Pain and with Kathy now. Blessings, Kymberly Mitchell-Toney (Creig and Carolyns daughter)
Janice Edwards Shupp
July 3, 2011
James was a fellow classmate at CHS, haven't been in touch since I moved away. My thoughts and prayers are sent to all his loved ones. May he always remain in your hearts.
With sympathy,
William Reding
July 2, 2011
James became a member of our class, at Sango School, in 1955, and he got me in trouble with Mrs. Ruth Porter on our very first day in school. I was all set to dislike him, but found that I could not. "Tuffy" was a good nickname for him, because dyslexia made school more difficult for him than it was for most of us, but he hung in there. Other challenges would follow, but James rose to each of them. In that way, he was a tuff as they come, but he had a truly tender heart for others, and he was not afraid to show it. To everyone who knew him well, James was a special person. Now, our hearts go out and our prayers go up for each of you who were so very special to him.
Judy Baggett
July 2, 2011
So sorry for your loss. My parents and his were friends years ago through South Central Bell Telephone Company. (Frances and Olney England). Prayers during this time of loss for the family .
Judy (England) Baggett
Kent Yates
July 2, 2011
I haven't seen James since high school, but we went all the way back to Sango School. I know he will be missed by his family. I am so sorry for your loss and you are in my thoughts.
Lyndia Kesler Palmer
July 2, 2011
So sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace.
Teddy Jones
July 2, 2011
I haven't seen James since high school, but I remember him and send you all kind regards in his loss.
July 2, 2011
Betty Jo, so sorry to learn of your brother's passing. How sweet his legacy of hope for others must help you sustain your loss. He surely was a man of love for others. I have notified our classmates for prayer for you and your family. Elinor McCutchen Andrews Clarksville
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