Sean Hatfield, 43, passed away in Virginia Beach, VA. Left to cherish his memory are his wife; Nikki Hatfied of Virginia Beach, his mother; Ann Graeve, father Berton Hatfield and his brother; Ray Hatfield, as well as five nieces, and a very large extended family. Sean was loved by everyone that knew him, he had so many friends he had a hard time keeping up with with everyone. He was known as the “Mad Hatter” amongst his friends, and was invited to everyone’s parties where he was the life of the party!!! He could have a conversation with anyone.
If there is one thing to know about Sean, it’s that he loved, and lived Rock and Roll! He was hooked when he heard his first KISS song “Love Gun” with his brother Ray, it started his lifelong love the band. Sean was all but too proud to have introduced his wife Nikki to his favorite band, and she was “hooked” immediately as well. They loved spending every summer touring around going to as many 80’s concerts as they could find. They also loved spending as many nights as possible on their patio drinking and playing iPod trivia. They would set the iPod on shuffle and whoever could guess the band first got a point Sean ALWAYS won. Nikki could only get ahead if she put on her broadway playlist, he didn’t stand a chance. They enjoyed bowling and watching sports together, especially his favorite Pittsburgh teams, the Steelers and the Penguins! Sean loved fast cars, he drove a Subaru STI, and slow dogs, his first bassett hound, Daisy and they recently got a new puppy, Shandi appropriately named after a KISS song.
Sean proudly served in the U.S. Navy for almost 10 years and was an Aviation Electrician. He spent his time in working on f-14’s and f-18 jets. He preferred the tomcats, but he just loved fixing jets.
Memorial contributions have been asked to be sent to the Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 North Randolph Street, Suite 225, Arlington VA 22203 in Sean’s name.
A funeral service will be held in the Albert G. Horton Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk on Tuesday January 24, 2012 at 2:00 pm. A Celebration of Life/ reception will be held at the Portsmouth Fire Department Union Hall 3704 Winchester Drive Portsmouth, VA 23707. Altmeyer Funeral Home – Southside Chapel is assisting the family.
Past Services
Cemetery
Tuesday January 24, 2012
Service
Tuesday January 24, 2012
2:00 pm
Service
Tuesday January 24, 2012
3:00 pm
Additional Information:
Sean’s family is hosting a gathering and reception for all of his friends and family to gather and share their memories of him together. Please come casually and bring photos, and stories of Sean that you want to be remembered. If there are any questions
Service
Additional Information:
Sean’s family is hosting a gathering and reception for all of his friends and family to gather and share their memories of him together. Please come casually and bring photos, and stories of Sean that you want to be remembered. If there are any questions
I have such happy memories of Sean! I love that you are celebrating his life! He will be missed!!!
I just can’t think of the right words to say….. if there are any.
I am so sorry for your loss. Sean was a great guy. Always had a smile and a hug for you… along with a crazy story or two. Nikki, Ann and Ray I pray for God to give you peace. Because we may never understand or have the answers to the many questions I’m sure you all have. I pray for God to wrap His loving arms around you and to comfort you until you can go on.{{{{{{big hugs to you all}}}}}}
A “Celebration of Sean’s Life”, thats perfect, says it all. He was truly a man to celebrate and worth celebrating. I can not be there to celebrate Sean’s life with you, know I am with you in spirit and those of us who can’t be there next Tuesday, will celebrate with you in our own way wherever we are.
He will be missed!
Love you guys.
I was extremely shocked and saddened to hear this news, dear Nikki! Please know that I care about you, and am sorry this happened. May God help you through this, and carry you in His loving arms of mercy and grace.
Cry out to Jesus, He is there…
Praying for you, continually,
Rachel
I will always remember and love Sean for the beautiful and talented soul that he was. He never acted false, and did not know a stranger. There is a huge hole in the world without him. Prayers and Love to the family
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. May you always be in the KISS-ing spirit. God bless you and your family. Lynn, Dick and Sioux
miss you sean. you can listen to all the kiss you want now later bro.
Nikki- my thoughts and prayers have been with you the last two weeks. God bless you and your family.
Nikki,
Just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. I wish I could give you a hug. This makes me realize I have been amiss in keeping in tough and knowing more about your life since we parted. I would love to keep in touch more from here on out. Please know I am thinking of you and I know you will remain strong in the struggle ahead. Please reach out if you need to talk.
Love you and miss you
Anne
Nikki,
So sorry for your loss. Sometimes things happen and we don’t have any answers why. Keep the faith and belief in the Lord and you will continue to be strong. Prayers are with you and your families. Take Care and God Bless.
Nikki, I am so sorry for your loss. Sean seems like an awesome guy and I know there are no words that I can offer that can express your feelings of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Sherry
Nikki, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I you ever need a friend to talk to please feel free to call me. I will never forget you. Love Janis
Nikki, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Sean’s whole family.
Nikki, Our thoughts and prayers continue for you and Sean’s family as your journey has changed with the death of Sean. Remember this is not the end and we join you in waiting for the glorious time when we all will be re-united with our loved ones. Love being sent your way. Roxanna and Stanley West, Big Sandy, Texas.
Nikki, stay strong! It sounds like you guys had an amazing time together and I hope those memories will live forever for you!
Praying for your strength!
Love,
Sarah
Nikki, We are Jenne Dobbins family & the news of your tragic loss has spread far and wide. Just wanted to extend our condolences to you & your family during this time. Donna Mott & family
Nikki, we are so sorry for you loss. You are in our prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you the strength you need. Bless
Our thoughts are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Please accept this expression of our heartfelt sympathy and regret for your loss.
May you be sustained, strengthen,
and comforted in this time of
sorrow and trial.
Charles and Rujira Rightmeier
Praying for you Hang in there everything will be ok. God loves you
Rest in Peace Sean. You will be missed by all. Glad I got to know you back at Mustang High School. The class of 86 that was bad to the bone!!
Rest in Peace Shipmate
RIP my friend your memory is treasured. You are greatly missed. My condolences to the family. God be with each of you.
Sean taught me so many fun things… fantasy football… always gave me a cheat sheet in poker..life lessons…always had good jokes… I can hear his laughs.. we spent many nights working next to each other… I will never forget Sean… who would always say “have you ever been beaten up by an old man?.. well I hear it’s pretty embarassing!!” Nikki, I pray that you can find peace and answers and I will continue to pray… I am so sorry …I love you both !!
So are very sorry to hear of your loss. We are friends of Larry and famiy. May God be with you and give you comfert.
So sorry for your loss! Praying for peace and comfort during these tough times.
We were lucky to know Sean the short time we did. He was easy to talk to, & was so gracious and sweet when I talked the ENTIRE Admirals game! = I’m so sorry for Nikki & the Hatfields’ loss. We wish you peace and strength in this tough time.
You will forever be missed, Sean. Our hearts and prayers go out to Nikki and the entire family.