Lyn U. Hemmelgarn 83, of St. Paris formerly of Bellefontaine passed away Sunday February 2, 2020 in his residence. He was born September 12, 1936 in Burkettsville, Ohio, the son of Ruben and Anna (Reier) Hemmelgarn.  Lyn retired many years ago from the Trucking Industry. He was self-employed, as well as a driver for Super Foods. The last 14 years of his career he delivered expedited freight for several companies. Lyn was passionate about God, his family, and serving others. He made friends with whomever came in contact with him, Lyn truly had a beautiful soul.  He was an active member of the First Friends Church in Bellefontaine and also served as outreach elder for the church.  He enjoyed gardening, golf, playing cards, traveling, music, and spending time with his family.   Survivors include his wife Mary M. (Hammond) Hemmelgarn; daughters Mary (William) Foreman, Lynda (Ron) Fritz, Deborah (Johnie) Henderson and Peggy Dull; son Jeff (Kathy) Fitzgerald; sisters Alice (Don) Kill and Doris Makley; 14 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his daughter Deana Harris and by his brother Kenneth Hemmelgarn.  Pastor Matt Sandlin will officiate a Funeral Service 12 noon Thursday February 6, 2020 at the First Friends Church 808 West Columbus Ave Bellefontaine Ohio 43311. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until time of service. Arrangements are in the care of Jennings Farley & Seeley Funeral Home West Liberty, Ohio.  If desired contributions may be directed to Hospice of Dayton 324 Wilmington Ave Dayton, Ohio 45420.  Email condolences may be directed to www.jenningsfarley.com