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Celebrating the life of

Joseph Francis Kempf III

March 26, 1933 - December 16, 2011

Joseph Francis Kempf III

Savannah- Joseph Kempf, 78, died Saturday, December 16, 2011 at his residence.
He was born in Abington, PA. Mr. Kempf earned a Bachelor's degree from Kent State University and completed advanced studies in ferrous metallurgy at Fenn College now Cleveland State University and chemical technology and markets management at New York University. He retired from USS Chemical Company after thirty years of service. He then went on to form his own company, Kemtapes, which is still a family business today. He was a member of the Landings Club where he enjoyed golf and the camaraderie of his coffee clutch buddies.
He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph Kempf, Jr., and Margaret Kempf.
Survivors include his loving wife of fifty four years, Barbara Kempf; daughters, Elizabeth Grabosky Stephen, Margaret Lange-Kempf; Susan Kempf; son, Joseph Kempf, IV Karen; brother, John Kempf, four granddaughters and three grandsons.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at Skidaway Island United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284.
Please sign our guestbook online at www.foxandweeks.com.


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Liz is our dear friend and tennis buddy. Because we all love Liz so much, we love you, her family. Take good care of each other, and we will do our best to help take care of our Liz here in Raleigh. Our hearts go out to all of you. With love, Liz' Raleigh Tennis Friends.

- Linda Carroll, Wake Forest, NC

I met Joe when I was a teenager in junior high or maybe a bit before. Our families belonged to the same golf club and I believe our first encounter was when I caddied for him. You can tell a lot about a man’s character on the golf course. He was always very kind and respectful, even to a young caddie. In high school I would come over to visit his daughter and we would often sit around and talk with Joe and Barbara. That was when I learned to appreciate Joe’s wonderful sense of humor. Joe was one of those rare adults who could make an awkward teenager feel as though there was genuine interest in getting to know me as a person. The warmth that Joe always exhibited towards me remains etched on my heart and I am grateful to have known him. John Chahbandour

- John Chahbandour, Denver, CO

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Kemp: I am a coworker and great friend of your daughter Liz. We share an office together. I wanted to let you know how much I love her and have gotten to know you Mr. Kemp through her. She makes me laugh daily and I hear she gets her fun sense of humor from her daddy! You should be incredibly proud of your daughter, she is one awesome woman. I am so happy she was able to be there for you guys and spend some beautiful and peaceful time with you both. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Lauren Grace Updyke

- Lauren Updyke, Apex, NC

Liz, Condolences from ALL the Boys at Taylor's. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Andy

- Andy Stokes, Raleigh, NC

Our deepest sympathy to the family.

- Joyce and John Rodham, Raleigh, NC

We offer our sincere condolences to Barbara and family. I knew Joe as a golfing buddy , friend and a real gentle man with a winning personality. We shall miss him.

- George and Pam Korb, Savannah, GA

To The Family of Joseph Kempf lll, In your time of sadness and lost, thoughts of heartfelt sympathy are with you. Praying for your strength and sending you comfort in this time of lost and reflection. Peace, Prayers and Blessings~ Hettie Eason

- Hettie Eason, Dunn, NC

Liz and Kempf Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. Sending many blessings your way today, tomorrow, and through this holiday season.

- Katie MacEachern, Raleigh, NC

Liz and family, We are praying for you during these difficult days. Hold on to precious memories and the promise of eternity. I fondly remember your father's sweet and humorous spirit. He always made me laugh with his wit and charm. I can't imagine how much you will all miss him. Treasure the knowledge that he is healed and resting in the arms of Christ. Love and blessings to you all~ Nina and Mike

- Nina and Mike Wheeling, , GA

Barb and Family..Our condolences to you on Joe's passing. Marshwood will never be the same without him.He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.God Bless you all.

- Don and Anne Carpenter, , GA

Barbara, Margaret, Susan and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Joe. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish peace for you at this difficult time. Kristen Aspaas

- kristen aspaas, savannah, GA

Dear Barbara, Please accept our sincere sympathy at this time. Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family at this time of your bereavement. Kate and Skip Salus

- Kate and Skip Salus, Savannah, GA

Margaret, Guerry and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Prayers are with you.

- Jeanne Conrade, Savannah, GA

My prayers are with you and your family at your time of grief. Debra Smith

- Debra Smith, Oxford, NC

Dear Kempf family, I was saddened to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

- Ken Goss, Pittsburgh, PA

Dear Barb and Family Our deepest sympathy. He has left me with so many cherished memories. Our prayers are with you.

- Terry Hill, Tierra Verde, FL

DEAR BARB & FAMILY: IT WAS WITH DEEPEST REGRET THAT I LEARNED OF JOE'S PASSING. I REMEMBER HIM MOST FONDLY AND OUR TIME TOGETHER AT USS CHEM.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.

- BILL OTTERBEIN, PITTSBURGH, PA

Dear Liz, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find peace and comfort in each other, your memories of your father and his well-lived life, and the grace and love of God. My thoughts are with you and your family. Renee

- Renee Crawford, Raleigh, NC

Liz, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you, Most fondly, Kim and Cary Robertson

- Kim Robertson, Chapel Hill, NC

Dear Barb I was so saddened to read of Joe's passing Take time for yourself now, and allow yourself to feel your loss. My prayers are with you. Velma Wiland Pittsburgh, PA

- Velma Wiland, allison park, PA

Dear Barb and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy, we will always remember Joe's warm smile and friendly hello. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Lou and Gerry Molella

- Lou and Gerry Molella, Savannah, GA

Liz is our dear friend and tennis buddy. Because we all love Liz so much, we love you, her family. Take good care of each other, and we will do our best to help take care of our Liz here in Raleigh. Our hearts go out to all of you. With love, Liz' Raleigh Tennis Friends.

- Linda Carroll, Wake Forest, NC

I met Joe when I was a teenager in junior high or maybe a bit before. Our families belonged to the same golf club and I believe our first encounter was when I caddied for him. You can tell a lot about a man’s character on the golf course. He was always very kind and respectful, even to a young caddie. In high school I would come over to visit his daughter and we would often sit around and talk with Joe and Barbara. That was when I learned to appreciate Joe’s wonderful sense of humor. Joe was one of those rare adults who could make an awkward teenager feel as though there was genuine interest in getting to know me as a person. The warmth that Joe always exhibited towards me remains etched on my heart and I am grateful to have known him. John Chahbandour

- John Chahbandour, Denver, CO

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Kemp: I am a coworker and great friend of your daughter Liz. We share an office together. I wanted to let you know how much I love her and have gotten to know you Mr. Kemp through her. She makes me laugh daily and I hear she gets her fun sense of humor from her daddy! You should be incredibly proud of your daughter, she is one awesome woman. I am so happy she was able to be there for you guys and spend some beautiful and peaceful time with you both. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Lauren Grace Updyke

- Lauren Updyke, Apex, NC

Liz, Condolences from ALL the Boys at Taylor's. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Andy

- Andy Stokes, Raleigh, NC

Our deepest sympathy to the family.

- Joyce and John Rodham, Raleigh, NC

We offer our sincere condolences to Barbara and family. I knew Joe as a golfing buddy , friend and a real gentle man with a winning personality. We shall miss him.

- George and Pam Korb, Savannah, GA

To The Family of Joseph Kempf lll, In your time of sadness and lost, thoughts of heartfelt sympathy are with you. Praying for your strength and sending you comfort in this time of lost and reflection. Peace, Prayers and Blessings~ Hettie Eason

- Hettie Eason, Dunn, NC

Liz and Kempf Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. Sending many blessings your way today, tomorrow, and through this holiday season.

- Katie MacEachern, Raleigh, NC

Liz and family, We are praying for you during these difficult days. Hold on to precious memories and the promise of eternity. I fondly remember your father's sweet and humorous spirit. He always made me laugh with his wit and charm. I can't imagine how much you will all miss him. Treasure the knowledge that he is healed and resting in the arms of Christ. Love and blessings to you all~ Nina and Mike

- Nina and Mike Wheeling, , GA

Barb and Family..Our condolences to you on Joe's passing. Marshwood will never be the same without him.He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.God Bless you all.

- Don and Anne Carpenter, , GA

Barbara, Margaret, Susan and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Joe. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish peace for you at this difficult time. Kristen Aspaas

- kristen aspaas, savannah, GA

Dear Barbara, Please accept our sincere sympathy at this time. Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family at this time of your bereavement. Kate and Skip Salus

- Kate and Skip Salus, Savannah, GA

Margaret, Guerry and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Prayers are with you.

- Jeanne Conrade, Savannah, GA

My prayers are with you and your family at your time of grief. Debra Smith

- Debra Smith, Oxford, NC

Dear Kempf family, I was saddened to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

- Ken Goss, Pittsburgh, PA

Dear Barb and Family Our deepest sympathy. He has left me with so many cherished memories. Our prayers are with you.

- Terry Hill, Tierra Verde, FL

DEAR BARB & FAMILY: IT WAS WITH DEEPEST REGRET THAT I LEARNED OF JOE'S PASSING. I REMEMBER HIM MOST FONDLY AND OUR TIME TOGETHER AT USS CHEM.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.

- BILL OTTERBEIN, PITTSBURGH, PA

Dear Liz, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find peace and comfort in each other, your memories of your father and his well-lived life, and the grace and love of God. My thoughts are with you and your family. Renee

- Renee Crawford, Raleigh, NC

Liz, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you, Most fondly, Kim and Cary Robertson

- Kim Robertson, Chapel Hill, NC

Dear Barb I was so saddened to read of Joe's passing Take time for yourself now, and allow yourself to feel your loss. My prayers are with you. Velma Wiland Pittsburgh, PA

- Velma Wiland, allison park, PA

Dear Barb and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy, we will always remember Joe's warm smile and friendly hello. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Lou and Gerry Molella

- Lou and Gerry Molella, Savannah, GA

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200