Gene Hatfield
April 09, 2020
Gene R. Hatfield born August 9, 1949, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away from complications of his battle with lung cancer on Friday, April 10, 2020.
He was a loving brother, husband, father, and grandfather. He loved nothing more than a good meal and a game of cribbage with friends and loved ones. Gene was a very proud and active member of several national and international masonic orders. Some of his highest honors are Past Master, Eastgate Masonic Lodge; Past Patron, Northgate Chapter OES; Assistant Provincial Grand Master USA, Masonic Order of Athelstan; Past Grand Commander, Knights Templar of Iowa; Grand King, Grand Chapter RAM of Iowa; KCCH, Des Moines Scottish Rite; Director, Iowa Yeoman of York; Order Purple Cross and Deputy Governor, York Rite College.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, 1 sister, and his wife of 31 years, Kathy. He is survived by his youngest brother, Jerry; 5 children, 12 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and numerous masonic brothers.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Heifer International or Hope Ministries.
Due to the unprecedented times, services will be recorded and available to view in the afternoon on Wednesday, April 15th on his obituary page by visiting www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Jane Green
04/16/2020
Gene will be missed by many. He always had a smile and a welcome whenever a person met him.
CAROLYN FARRELL-MOODY
04/16/2020
Gene was a very good husband, father, grandfather and friend. He played a big part with OES and the void will be felt for many years to come. His stories brought laughter; his fellowship, a friend. His life was well lived.
Shawn Adair
04/15/2020
So sorry for your loss he was a great friend he will never be forgotten
Diana Savage
04/15/2020
So sorry for your loss. Gene was a good friend of my husband Steve and I met him through that bond Prayers are with you all.
Dennis DeJoode
04/15/2020
Our Fraternal bonds will be amiss of Gene and his ties to so many friends and the time he put in and found for each of us. Gene was a master at ritual and a good buider of men. Our hats are off for so fine a man. So Mote it Be, Our Brother.
Mary Pennington
04/15/2020
Grieving hearts are delicate, please take care of yours. My condolences to the entire Hatfield family. Wishing all of you peace.
Denny and Sharon Littlejohn
04/15/2020
Sorry to hear of your loss. Gene was a fine neighbor for many years and we were always happy to hear from him. He is with Kathy now and without pain. Bless you kids as you remember the good times. Our prayers are with you all.
Virgil Hillman
04/14/2020
Will miss seeing Gene in church and on the trustees committee. Even though he was hurting he still laughed and joked. You had a great dad!!
John M. Klaus
04/13/2020
I've been in touch with people all across the US and England to tell them we've lost Gene. All send their condolences. I've lost a close friend and Brother. Gene's family have my particular prayers and sympathies. You know how much he loved you, and how proud you made him!
Wade E Sheeler
04/13/2020
Thinking of all of you. Gene was a wonderful friend and a great brother Mason. He and I spent many enjoyable times together. He will be missed by so many.
Gary Scroggie
04/13/2020
Kids your dad was truly one in a million. I think of all the laughs we had together, he was a TRUE friend. Prayers for all of you.
Peg Jensen
04/13/2020
Gene and I worked together in housing services. One of the most helpful persons I knew. Always ready with a joke!!
Bill &Bette Morris
04/13/2020
So very sorry for your loss, Gene was a Great friend to Bill & I and he will be deeply missed
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If there is anything we can do please let us know. Sending lots of hugs and prayers to the family.
God be with you all at this Sad time in your lives
Polly Alexander
04/13/2020
Mrs Jean, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Amber Etcher
04/12/2020
My deepest sympathy is extended for the Hatfield family. Gene was a great guy. Prayers goes out to all. Hugs.