Oscar Joseph Hemphill Jr.

September 16, 1941 - December 10, 2014

Oscar Joseph Hemphill Jr. was born on September 16, 1941 to the late Oscar Joseph Hemphill Sr. and Gladys Hemphill. Oscar was educated throughout New Jersey and joined the United States Army in 1959 and retired in 2000. He was employed by the US Postal Service for 15 years. After retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his close friends and family especially “Sunday Dinner with family.” He was a good listener and always easy to talk to. He enjoyed cooking and was good at carpentry. Oscar was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching Sci-Fi movies. He enjoyed listening to oldies music and the company of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was known to them as Pop-Pop. He was loved by all. His death will leave a void in hearts of all. Oscar is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 50 years, Joyce Hemphill. His is predeceased by his son Robert. He is survived by his sons Eric and Troy Hemphill, daughters Wanda Nwabueze, Paula Emenuga (Theophilus), Tanya James (Edgar). He is predeceased by his brother Ronald Hemphill and sister Barbara Walton. Oscar is survived by his sisters Sarah Buchanon and Marie Hemphill. Oscar is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Viewing and funeral services will be held at Van Tassel Funeral Home, 337 Belleville Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 07003, on December 14, 2014 at 3:00 PM.