Clarence Hackel

Clarence J. Hackel, age 90, of Seymour passed away at home on March 6, 2011. He was born October 30, 1920 to the late John and Margaret (Berner) Hackel.
On December 31, 1941 he married the former Martha Roovers. The couple later moved to Seymour and farmed together until their retirement.
Clarence was a lifelong member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church in Isaar.
He enjoyed gardening at home and working with the soil.
Clarence is survived by his wife Martha, he is survived by 4 children: Maryann Hackel, Rosemary (Duane) Hanson, Jim (Jean) Hackel, and Bill (Mary) Hackel; 9 grandchildren: Mike (Kathy) Hanson, Michelle (Nicholas) Flanagan, Lisa (Greg) Hein, Jeff (Darcy) Hackel, Kris (Darren) Kamke, Karri (Todd) Vandenlangenberg, Trisha (Eric) DeBruin, Paul (Jill) Hackel, and Stacey (Eric) Leisgang; 23 great grandchildren. He is further survived by 4 brothers-in-law: Marty (Phyllis) Roovers, Joe Roovers, Tom (Doris) Roovers, Frank (friend Shirley) Roovers, and a sister-in-law Rose Hackel.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 4 brothers: Tony, Joe, Ray, and Lawrence; and a sister Rosalie; 4 sisters-in-law and 2 brothers-in-law.
Friends may call at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, Isaar, on Thursday, March 10, 2011 from 10 AM until the Memorial Mass at 11 AM with Fr. Bob Kabat officiating.
In honor of Clarence, memorials can be given to your favorite charity in his memory.
Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com