Hank Peter Hegge

February 16, 1996 - December 17, 2015

Hank Peter Hegge, 19, of Spring Grove, Minnesota, passed into the eternal care of our Lord on December 17, 2015, in Bozeman, Montana. He was born February 16, 1996, to Bruce and Teresa (Francisco) Hegge. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Spring Grove. He graduated from Spring Grove High School in 2014 and studied at Montana State University. Hank’s nineteen year old star shone with the sparkle and brilliance of youth. Like that star, what was most distinguishing about Hank was his gentle warmth and intensity. In Hank’s absence, his warmth and intensity will forever remain in our hearts. Hank's greatest joy was when he was with his family and friends. His greatest passions involved outdoor activities, no matter what the season. His easy smile, quick wit, and warm heart made him good company for any occasion. He is survived by his father, Bruce, and brother Lance Hegge of Spring Grove; two grandmothers, Janice Hegge of Spring Grove and Kathleen Francisco of Opportunity, MT; aunts and uncles, Karin (Hiroshi) Tanaka of Memphis, TN, Sara (Darin) Bratland of Spring Grove, Michele (Doug) Butori of Crackerville, MT, Kathy Francisco and John Brown of Bozeman, MT; John (Megan) Francisco of Butte, MT; and cousins Joie, Luca, and Keita Tanaka, Lindsey, Samantha and Carter Bratland, Tony (Norah Barney) Butori, Wayne (Christina, Hazel & Tucker) Butori, Erin Butori, Aidan and Mae Francisco. He is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Teresa and grandfathers, Owen Hegge and Jack Francisco. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to a fund being set up in Hank’s memory.