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Sympathy Notice: Rev. Berty C Hakeem

Posted: July 10 2023 at 10:24 AM

Rev. Berty C Hakeem, retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2023.  During his ministry he served LaSalle: Grace; Elmhurst: First; and Dixon: First.

Rev. Hakeem was 87 years old.

Memorial service will be held later this year.

Message of condolence can be sent to:

Mrs. Ruth Hakeem
4007 Fairway Hills Drive
Rapid City, SD  57702

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