Hempel Barton, age 67, of Bloomington, died on April 9 of pancreatic cancer. Bart lived his last days at home in comfort, among adoring family and friends. Preceded in death by parents, The Rev. Wilhelm & Margaret Hempel. Survived by Diane, loving wife of 45 years; daughters, Barbara Hempel, Susan Pottorff (Greg) and Kathryn Hempel (Curt Warner); grandchildren, Abby, Charlie, Katie and William Barton Pottorff and Daisy and Lincoln Warner. Also survived by brothers and sisters, Betty, Bill (Kay), Keith (Colleen), Margaret and Mark; sister-in-law, Kathy (Bill) Jerue, and many other wonderful family members and friends. Memorial service at Christ Presbyterian Church, 6901 Normandale Rd., Edina, on Monday, April 14, 11 am. Memorials to the American Cancer Society, or to donor's choice. WERNESS BROTHERS 952-884-8145

Published on April 11, 2003


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