Hahn, Peter

Peter Earl Hahn, age 32, of Springfield, formerly of Athens, died on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at St. John’s Hospital. He is survived by his mother Susan Simonds of Springfield; two brothers Henry (Trang) Hahn of Seattle, WA and Tim (Molly Suhadolnik) Hahn of Springfield; grandfather Wendell Hahn of Springfield; one niece and nephew, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Peter is preceded in death by his father Steven Hahn in 1987, grandparents Ruth Hahn, and Robert and Vida Simonds; and one uncle Stephen Simonds.

He was born March 3, 1981 in Springfield, IL, the son of Steven and Susan Simonds Hahn.

Peter graduated from Athens High School in 1999 where he was an accomplished multi-sport athlete. His awards included First Team All Conference for Soccer. He was a natural athlete and intuitive player with a great passion for all sports.

He later attended Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Peter was an active member in a social fraternity.

From a young age, Peter was adventurous and fearless. This took him through many journeys in his short life. He had unconditional love for anyone he encountered. He loved his family and always understood the importance of having a strong connection with them.

A college friend recently said, “He was loved by everybody who spent at least five minutes with him and will be missed by so many.” Visitation will be held on Friday, November 1, 2013 from 4 : 8 PM at Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens, IL. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 10:30 AM at Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens, IL.

Rev. Tracy Armstrong will be officiating.

Private burial will be held at Indian Point Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Hazelden Foundation, Center City, MN 55012 or to Athens High School Sports Boosters, #1 Warrior Way, Athens, Illinois 62613.