OBITUARY
Isham M. Hatter
June 13, 1922 – December 2, 2012
Isham M. Hatter, 90, of Belleville, Illinois, born June 13, 1922 in Jacob, Illinois, died Sunday, December 2, 2012 at his residence.
Mr. Hatter was retired from Obear Nester Glass Company in East St. Louis, Illinois and Consolidated Industries of Granite City, Illinois.
He was a former member of Crestview Church of the Nazarene and Parkview Church of the Nazarene in Fairview Heights, Illinois, and was a current member of St. Matthew United Methodist Church in Belleville, Illinois.
Mr. Hatter was a World War II veteran, having served his country as a medical technician in the Philippines, India, China, Burma, and the Pacific Theater.
He was preceded in death by his wife Dolores A. Lamkin-Hatter, nee Soehnlin, step-son, Gerald W. Lamkin, great granddaughter, Samantha Paige Kimmel, parents, Melvin and Zora, nee Brown, Hatter, sisters, Frieda Beare and Lilly Baugh, brother, George Hatter, and mother-in-law, Gertrude Robinson, nee Barringer. He is survived by his wife, Marion L. Luden-Hatter, nee Robinson, a son, Robert L. (Barbara) Hatter of Belleville, Illinois, a step-son, James C. (Jana) Luden of Caseyville, Illinois, a step-daughter Delores C. (Cletus) Duke of Belleville, Illinois, grandchildren, Daniel M. (Elizabeth) Hatter, Robert M. (Tonya) Hatter, Kelley (Jim) Rutherford, Richard (Crystal) Kimmel, and Brandon Lamkin, great grandchildren, Blake, Ellie, Laynie, and Meadow Hatter, Amanda, Jonathon, and Benjamin (Sarah) Landon, Kennedy Douglass and Zachary Rutherford, Aaron, Taylor, and Isabella Kimmel, Timothy Burton, and Brandi and Michael Lamkin, great- great grandchildren, Brooke, Kaden, and Elliot Landon, sisters Effie (Roger) Hoffman of Bradenton, Florida, and Clara (William) Hartman of Buchanan, Michigan, as well many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Isham Hatter truly possessed the heart of a servant and was a hard-working man.
Throughout his life he demonstrated his love of the Lord by blessing a countless number of family, friends or whoever might need assistance by whatever means necessary to help ease their burdens or lighten their load. He surrounded them with prayer and gave selflessly of his time and all that he had or was. His legacy lies in the hearts, memories, and lives of all he touched and the unwavering image of a man who loved God.
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. II Timothy 4:7-8
Memorials are appreciated to Parkview Church of the Nazarene, St. Matthew United Methodist Church, or Heartland Hospice. Memories or expressions of condolence may be made at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com
Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 pm, Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Illinois.
Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 10 am, Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at Lakeview Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Illinois with Rev. Jim Sloan officiating. Interment will be in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Fairview heights, Illinois.
Services
- Visitation Tuesday, December 4, 2012
- Funeral Service Wednesday, December 5, 2012
REMEMBERING
Isham M. Hatter
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RECEIVE UPDATESJim & Jodenia Muncie
July 26, 2013
Just now learned of Brother Hatter's entry into Glory.
So thankful for this godly man & how he made a young, newly married couple feel like family back in 1983.
Thankful for seeing Jesus in him....
Diane Yon
December 10, 2012
We will miss our dear friend.
Diane, Charles, Jamie.
We will remember him with love.
Stan Starkweather
December 7, 2012
Brother Hatter was a wonderful man and someone I'm proud to have considered a friend. He truly showed the love of Christ in every thing he did, and with every one he met. He will really be missed.
Judy Bemowski
December 7, 2012
Dear Dee and Clete,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and condolences to you and your family. I also speak for my parents, Ray and Dorothy Phillips (who are both struggling with health issues) and my sister, Kathy, and brothers, Doug and Larry. We just heard of Isham's passing yesterday and were very saddened at this news. We all express our condolences to his wife, Marion also. My husband, Ray, passed away 2 years ago and I have remarried since. It was with my present husband, Vince, that we saw Isham and Marion coming out of Schnucks..we were going in. This was no doubt a good year ago. It was good to see Isham and meet his new wife..even tho it was brief. Please be assured of our continuing prayers for you and your family. I can't remember ever seeing Isham sad..he always had a smile and good word whenever I saw him. Eternal Rest Grant unto him O Lord! God bless all of you and comfort you during this time.
With love and prayers,
Judy (Phillips) Bemowski
LINDA GATES JOHNSON
December 6, 2012
Brother Hatter, as he was know by so many, was truly one of God's saints. He was a close friend of our family (Rowland and Louise Gates) and loved by all of us. He transported my father to his doctor visits, visited him regularly, shared many meals at our home, and would help in any possible way. He was one of those truly joyful Christians. My memory of him will always be his infectious smile and loving presence. God bless his memory and his soul. He was truly a saint in every sense of the word. My mother, Louise Gates, was a close friend of Delores Hatter. She loved Isham and Delores and is heart broken at this loss. God bless and keep his family during this difficult time. He will never be forgotten.
Marcia Dillard
December 5, 2012
I first met Isham Hatter some 45 years ago and had the privilege of knowing him better after our respective churches joined together in the late 1980s. He was one of the kindest, most genuine & gentle people I have ever known; always there to offer whatever he had to help someone along the way - and what a worker he was! Well into his 80s, he could still work circles around the youngsters. "Brother Hatter" lived his faith consistently and steadily, in a way that few are able to do. My life is richer for having known him. My condolences to each one of his family members. The world has lost a great man. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Thomas Ash
December 5, 2012
Dan, I am so sorry to hear of your Grandfather's passing. I wish I could have known him; he seems like such a nice person. My best wishes to you and your family.
Tom Ash
Kathy Cleveland-Travis
December 5, 2012
I am so sad to hear of Isham's passing, I've known him all my life. Everyone from Crestview Church they are like family. They hold a very special place in my heart. Harold Glaze, the Attigs, Gates, Mitchells, Ingels, Falkenberry's, the list goes on and on. But I know Isham has finally made it to the one place he devoted his life to go Heaven. And although it breaks my heart to hear he is gone his passing made me think of a song: What a day that will be when my Jesus I shall see. When I look upon his face, the one who saved me by his grace. And when he takes me by the hand a leads me to the promise land, what a day, glorious day that will be. Ishams has already experienced that great day and I know he is having a glad reunion. The way he lived his life is a testimony of how we should all live for Christ. He was a wonderful man and a great example to others.
Emily Mohan, PT
December 5, 2012
Mrs. Hatter, I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I really enjoyed working with him this past year. He was a very kind man and I could tell he loved you a lot. I was a pleasure to have met you both. I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Larry Hermes
December 5, 2012
I first met Isham in 1980, while attending the Crestview Church of The Nazarene. He made me feel welcome, and was always willing to talk with me over scriptual and secular matters, and was certainly one of the Lord's servants. It was an honor to have known him. If I am fortunate enough to go to heaven, I think he will be there to greet me.
GENE CLYDE
December 5, 2012
ISHAM WAS ONE OF THE FINEST GENTLEMEN THAT I HAVE EVER KNOWN
Norman Rains
December 4, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tim & Vicky Gates
December 4, 2012
A great gain for heaven this week! I still remember the first time Isham walked in the doors of the church and sat down behind us. I was just a small boy and when I turned around to look at him I saw that icon of a smile beaming love at me...a love that never stopped and that a made a huge impression on my life then and through the years. He was one of the most encouraging and loving men I've been honored to know. I still remember the invites to his home to play BB with the teens or swim in his neighbors pool of whom he had secured permission. He always had an open door and and open heart. Bro. Hatter was not only a life-long friend...but more like family! He had a tender and compassionate heart for others. I always loved to hear him testify about his LORD...and his heart would always break with love and gratitude to Christ. It's not goodbye, dear friend, but simply, "SEE YOU IN A SHORT WHILE!"
Always loved, admired, and now missed!
Stan Sirtak
December 4, 2012
Wonderful Testimony for a Man that definately shared the love of Jesus with everyone he met. Isham is definately one of the most loving people to ever walk the face of this earth. I'm am blessed and our family is blessed to have had him in our family. Amen' Lord Jesus we give thanks!
Chip (Charles, Jr.) Gray
December 4, 2012
I have known Isham for more than 50 years. He is a gentlemen's gentleman. His friendship was a teasured gift. God bless Isham and his family. May God comfort you all during this time of sadness.
Paula Kehrer
December 4, 2012
It was an honor to know this man and be one of the many he assisted. This world is a better place because Brother Hatter was in it!
December 4, 2012
Isham will truly be missed in our life, he was a very special friend, we considered him as a part of our family. Our love to the family at this time we know he is in heaven asking God a lot of questions and rearranging heaven he truly loved his God you could see Jesus in his face his actions and his love that he gave We love you Hatter
Christina (Cutright) Gooden
December 4, 2012
Brother Hatter - I've always loved you from the very first moment I met you. You were always there for anyone who needed anything! You were an inspiration to many. I haven't seen you since 1972 - but I've NEVER forgotten you nor will I. Now you're in heaven singing, waving your hands, and visiting with all of our loved ones who have gone before. Rest in peace Bro. Hatter. You will be so very missed.
PHIL ODOM
December 4, 2012
SEMPER FI - FELLOW VETERAN -
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY
You are one of our heroes.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
I wish to extend to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss.
May the force of GOD be with them as they walk through this difficult time.
May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort them and give them strength.
On behalf of a grateful nation we leave our sympathy and a small token of appreciation
for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
MARINE AND VIET NAM VET
SEMPER FI,
FROM THE FAMILY
IN THE CARE OF