Jeremy C. Halfen
August 5, 1978 ~ September 21, 2011
Jeremy Charles Halfen, Beloved Son, Brother and Nephew, age 33 of Columbia Heights, passed away on September 21, 2011. 1996 Coon Rapids High School Grad and 2001 U Of M - IT Grad. He is survived by his mother, Fay Halfen (Ken Parks); father, Charles Chuck (Dianne) Halfen; sister, Stephanie Halfen; brother, Zachary Halfen; niece, Kayla Halfen; aunts and uncles; cousins and many friends. Visitation 4-8 PM Tuesday September 27th at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 SW Centennial Drive, Forest Lake. Funeral Service will be 11 AM Wednesday, September 28th at Hosanna Lutheran Church 9300 Scandia Trail North, Forest Lake, with visitation beginning at 10AM until time of service.
Loved his cars
Jeremy,
You were always such a joy when you came to our house and we enjoyed you like you were a second son. You will be missed by all….So sorry we didn’t get to spend more time with you..you were always such a pleasure to be around.
Jeremy was my oldest friend, by the ripe old age of 8 we had had many adventures. When I was overseas we talked all night a few years ago and I can’t stress enough what an important part of my life he was and will always be. May the Lord grant you peace my brother until we meet again.. Much Love. M
To my friend who taught me Pantera was a hair metal band before they were hardcore. And to my friend that told me I HAD to hear this band Snot, that was just about having fun and didn’t take themselves so seriously. They became my favorite band. And much like the bands front man who left us far too early in life, so too did Jeremy. You were always good for laughs and having fun. Although we lost touch over the years, you will be missed by many and thought of often. Rest in peace friend.
Your funeral was today and I still can’t believe I will never see you again in this life. I miss your smile and sweet nature. Rest in peace and know that we all loved you.
Your memory is a keepsake, with which we will never part. God has you in his keeping & we will forever have you in our hearts.
Though many miles separated us growing up, I always felt a tie to Jer, being born in the same hospital, as well as our parents being twins. When he smiled, his whole face smiled, and that is the memory of him that I will hold forever. God’s peace and comfort to all the family, our prayers are with you.
Faye, my sincere condolences. As a mother, I can only imagine how your heart is hurting but he is in a wonderful place now. Take care, I enjoyed working with you and am thinking of you.
Faye & family- So sorry to hear of the loss of your son…keep warm memories of him in your heart and talk to him like he’s right there beside you and he’ll always be with you- Aimee Lehman
Fay, my condolences to you and your family. Jeremy is now one of God’s newest heavenly servents. The Lord is his Shepherd now and has called him home to rest.
Fay, I’m so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in these coming days.
Fay, I’m so sorry for your loss. Bill and I will be thinking and praying for you and your family.
Fay – I’m so sorry to hear of your loss – you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Fay: I know you through many years only through work and we have never even had had a face-to-face; however, as a mother, my heart hurts for you. May knowing that many thoughts and prayers are with you bring you some peace. Jane R.
I have known Jeremy since I was 5… We lived in the same neighborhood in Coon Rapids, rode the school bus together and went to 3 different daycares together… He would blush if he knew I told you all that he used to play house with me! It has been several years since I have seen Jeremy. I know that we chatted a few times back and forth on Facebook a couple of years ago, but nothing since. Jeremy is one of those friends that no matter how much time passed we could ALWAYS pick up where we left off! Jeremy had a heart of gold! He was by far one of the most sincere, genuine and loving people that I knew. My heart is broken, this is a tragedy, he was way too young. My heart, thoughts and prayers to you Fay and the all of Jeremy’s family. He will never be forgotten!
We were elementary school friends, one of my first friends. Lived down the block from him. Drifted apart over the years, but he was always a friend in my heart. Rest in peace.
Jeremy was always the city boy to us as we were the farm kids to him; however the trips made either way were to few & far between. Somehow the last time we made it too Fay’s he took us girls out (course we made him drive as he teased about driving the socer mom’s suburban) we realized we had alot more in common than we thought. I only wish we had done it more . You will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Love Wanda
Jeremy and I always had lots of fun, giggles, and grins. He had a way of lighting up the room with his effervescent charm and wit. We solved may computer problems together and he was one of the best Computer Science guys we had working at the U. You will surely be missed but your memories will live on in my heart and others too.
He was my big brother and protector. I remember one trip up to the cabin when we were younger where we hit a traffice sign and broke a car window. I spent the rest of the car ride to uncle Bob’s house sleeping with my head in Jers lap. I will miss him so much. My the lord keep him safe until it’s time to met again.
Jeremy had a smile that could light up the entire room. He was a blessing to everyone. We were overjoyed when he joined our family as that tiny, tiny baby. We watched him grow into a wonderful, caring, compassionate young man. We will miss him terribly. May God hold him in His everlasting arms.
I know we drifted after high school, but you were like a brother to me while we were there. I don’t think I have ever met anyone else in my life who believed so much in their friends. It was great we were able to get back in touch, I’m just sad it was for so short a time and sadder still that the gap in between was so long. You will be missed.