"Lisa, my prayers for you and your family at this time. Your Dad was a character and I know that your family will miss him. Paula Boyd"
In loving memory of
Jimmy Franklin Hemphill
July 6, 1943 - July 19, 2021
FRANK HEMPHILL
Jimmy Franklin Hemphill,78, (July 6,1943-July 19,2021) was born in Bastrop County, Texas.
On June 14, 1963, Frank and Carolyn Dittmar were married at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church by the Rev. A. D. Eberhart who baptized Frank in 1982. Frank and Carolyn recently celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary.
Frank enjoyed a "storied" 27-year career with the Austin Police Department, ranging from starting-patrolman to undercover assignments, retiring as a Senior-Sgt. in 1993. Frank received numerous meritorious community service awards throughout his police career. Frank also served 6-years in the Texas Army National Guard (MP), receiving Soldier-of-the-Year 1972.
After retirement, Frank devoted his time to: working with/on construction equipment, raising cattle, "tinkering" with old farm tractors, and maintaining decades-long friendships. Frank, with several of his close friends, formed the Creedmoor Tractor Club.
Frank and Carolyn were 16-year members of the Jubilee/Impact Family Church.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents Oma and Edith Tiner Hemphill, Leon Hemphill (brother), and brothers-in-law; Robert Dittmar, William Dittmar, and Richard Dittmar.
Frank is survived by: Carolyn Dittmar Hemphill, Scott Hemphill (Glenna), Lisa Granger(Steve), grandsons; Matthew Hemphill and Tyler Goodson(Alexandra), step-granddaughters; Kaylee Granger and Krystia Braswell, sisters; Janell Smoot(Ralph), Wilma Barker(Harry), sisters-in-law; Lucille Holden (Arnold), Laura Hunter, Pat Dittmar as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The family wishes to express their appreciation to Tim Lyke, Pat Dittmar, James Washington (deceased), Elmcroft Senior Living, and Cella Bella Hospice for their excellent care.
Memorials may be given to the Impact Family Church or St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Flowers are appreciated.
Pallbearers will be: Andy Walker, Dennis Brown, Don Alan Hemphill, Jim Hollis, Jim O' Conner, Jimmy Schmidt, Pastor Robert Wilhite, Sherman Eckols, and Tim Lyke.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 27 at 1:00 PM at Impact Family Church, followed by services at 2:00 PM with Pastor John Larkham and Pastor Jimmy Seal officiating. Burial will follow at 4:30 PM at Bateman Cemetery.
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"Carolyn, we?re so sorry to read of Frank?s passing. We have fond memories of you and Frank when he worked with Freddy at Austin Coca Cola and you and I were at Harrison-Wilson-Pearson. We?ve never forgotten you two and I?m sorry I didn?t know your as a Mom. Our condolences to all the family. It must be comforting to know Frank is with the Lord. Lou and Freddy Wells Burnet, Texas"
"What a great person to be friends with. could talk with him for hours about anything and loved his jokes. May the good Lord bless and be with Carolyn, Lisa, Scott, and whole family. The Gordon Swenson Family "
"The tide recedes but leaves behind bright seashells on the sand. The sun goes down, but gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops, and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains?.. For every joy that passes, something beautiful remains. ?. Anonymous"
"Absolutely a kind man. I was privileged enough to know this man and I will miss seeing him come through the shop where I'm employed at. My condolences for Scott, Lisa, and his wife. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. He will be truly missed by many. Til we meet again my friend, rest in peace. Michael & Shawn Hall"
"Uncle Frank will always be remembered for his great grin. I was a young girl babysitting Lisa and Scottie. The next morning Uncle Frank would drive me home in his old farm truck. He always had positive things to say about everyone. Uncle Frank was a good man, good Christian and was surrounded by a very beautiful and Blessed family. Heaven gained another Angel. "