Charles Arthur Hemmerling

June 19, 2018

Charles Arthur Hemmerling, 81, of Frankfort, Ind., died June 19, 2018 at I.U. Health Frankfort Hospital.  He was born January 27, 1937 in Frankfort to Robert & Mary Ruth (Wolfe) Hemmerling.  He married Wanda Lou Small on November 20, 1956 in Lawrenceville, IL and she survives. Charles attended Frankfort High School.  He had worked for Culligan, was a deputy Sheriff in Frankfort and a prison guard in Safford, AZ until his retirement.  Charles was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church.  He enjoyed making Indian jewelry.

Memorial donations may be made to the Wesley Manor Retirement Community or the American Heart Association.

Visitation and Services

Private family services will be held.

Survived by:

Survivors include his Wife:  Wanda L. Hemmerling of Frankfort;  2 Daughters:  Rosie (Rodney) Wright of Frankfort and Joyce Ann (Brian) Wire of Colfax;  Sister:  Josephine Little of Redding, CA;  4 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren.

Preceded by:

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 5 brother, Robert Hemmerling, Frank Hemmerling, Bill Hemmerling, Paul Hemmerling and John Hemmerling and a sister, Patty Daily.

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7 Condolences for “Charles Arthur Hemmerling”

  1. Cindy Reeder June 20, 2018 at 3:47 pm

    Wanda, Rosie and Joyce and families,
    We are saddened to hear of Charlie’s passing. He was a very special person to us. Your whole family holds a special place in our hearts. Cherish the special memories and hold them close. May God hold you close and give you comfort at this difficult time. Love and prayers to all.
    Mable Weida, Cindy Reeder and Charlie Weida and families

  2. Joanne Moody June 22, 2018 at 7:59 am

    Wanda
    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Knowing how much you loved Charlie, I pray God will hold you in His arms and give you comfort and strength during this time of sorrow. Joanne Moody (Hufford)

  3. Graden Loveless June 22, 2018 at 11:55 am

    RIP, one of my high school buddies.

  4. Terri St. John June 22, 2018 at 3:44 pm

    Wished we all could have been there as you know we were thinking of you all. Our hearts and prayers go out to you as you go through these hard times. God has a plan for all of us so we never know. But he is no longer in any pain or discomfort anymore and that’s all we want for anyone. We love you all and will miss Charlie so much. We send you all our live and hope to see you soon. Love you. Mary Ellen, Terri and Terry, Penny and Ron and families

  5. Robert Small June 22, 2018 at 4:59 pm

    So sorry to hear of Uncle Charlie’s passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. The Small’s and Webbs send our love. He will be guarding over you from the heavens. We love you.

  6. Jeff Cox June 24, 2018 at 6:14 pm

    I always enjoyed cutting his hair, and getting to meet Wanda the last few years.

  7. Kenny Wright July 15, 2018 at 10:18 pm

    Wanda, Rosie, and Joyce. I am so sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. He will be missed by many. We use to have a lot of good times together, patrolling, Clinton County. Tell everyone I said hello. Take care.

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