Harold Hemelgarn
November 16, 1931 - December 23, 2016
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Harold ‘Gene' Hemelgarn, 85, of Indianapolis passed away on December 23, 2016. Gene was born in Indianapolis on November 16, 1931 to Harold and Alma Hemelgarn. Gene proudly served his country in the Unites States Navy, in the Korean War. He worked as an accountant for Coca-Cola for 40 years, he also worked for the Indiana Pacers for 40 years and the Indianapolis Colts for 25 years. He worked many years of service for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the month of May. Gene and his wife Evelyn are charter members of St. Gabriel Catholic Church. Gene leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 60 years, Evelyn; daughters Jackie (Mike) Murphy, Donna (Joe) Fischer; grandsons, Josh Murphy, Jakob Fischer; granddaughters, Colleen Murphy and Shannon (Noah) Pusey and five great grandchildren. Visitation will be held, Thursday, December 29, 2016 at Stevens Mortuary, 5520 W. 10th Street, Indianapolis from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 AM, Friday, December 30, 2016 at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 6000 W. 34th Street, Indianapolis with a visitation from 9:00 AM until the start of Mass. Memorial Contributions may be made to Sisters of Notre Dame, 170 Good Counsel Dr., Mankato, MN 56001.
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Brad Beery
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Gene was a good man with a great spirit and an infectious chuckle. He was a key part of the group who supported Indianapolis' sports teams by helping behind the scenes. He made the games better for the fans and those who had the pleasure of working with him!
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Judy Schneider
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My prayers are with the family of Gene. I did not know Gene very well, but am certainly saddened by his passing. God bless the entire family.
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LeeAnn Biggs
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Dear Donna and Family,
Sending our thoughts and prayers to you as you grieve. We mourn your loss with you.
Fondly,
Scott, LeeAnn & Hannah Biggs
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Mike Jansen
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I am sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure having Gene as my spotter for the Colts from 1998-2007. A great man that will be missed. Mike Jansen
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Elmer and Jean Vaughn
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Shannon, I am so sorry about the passing of your grandfather.....our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family......Jean and Elmer Vaughn
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MARYANNE HEMELGARN GIBSON
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So sorry for everyone's loss, unfortunately I have too work. Tell aunt Evelyn I'm sorry. Love you all dearly and wish I didn't live so far away. Your all in my prayers.