Gerald L. ‘Dick’ Hempstead

Gerald L. “Dick” Hempstead died on March 3, 2024.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024. at 11 a.m. at Knox Cemetery.

A reception will follow at the Berne fire house at 30 Canaday Hill Rd. in Berne.

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