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David Haffner Obituary

Age 59 Devoted father of Kristen (Edward) Esgate, David (Kristin) Haffner, and Charlotte Haffner. Proud grandfather of Carson, Collin, and Cameron. Cherished son of Charlie and Patricia Haffner. Loving brother of Chuck (Sharon), Barbara, Diane O'Hara, Patty (Jim) Hasier, Joan (Bob) Cecich, Carol (Andre) Yarbrough, Matt (Janet), Maureen (Jim) Joyce, Joe (Kristin), Maggie Blake, Tommy (Jenni) , Joyce (Mike) Schramm, John (Sarah), and the late Mary Eileen (Tom) McAuliffe. Dear uncle, cousin and friend of many. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m.Funeral Tuesday 9:00 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to St. Bede The Venerable Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878

Published by Chicago Tribune from May 23 to May 24, 2015.
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After the years have passed, I would not change a single word I said about Dave. I missed him back then and I miss him now. He was a great person. Respectfully, Ken Holden

May 18, 2019

Oh David, I have missed your passing. You were always a very nice person to me, and I am shocked to hear you are gone. My deepest condolences to your family. My heart seems empty without you. You'll be missed very much. Peace to you forever. Paula

Paula Manzo

September 18, 2015

Dear Haffner Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was my coach in baseball and basketball. I think of him often.

Chris

August 3, 2015

Diana Petreycik

June 15, 2015

So sad to hear about Dave's passing. I worked with him when he was in New Haven. Dave always had a kind word and a funny comment for everyone. He was not afraid to get his hands dirty when someone had a problem with a locomotive that he could help with. We kept in touch after he returned to Chicago. He sent photos of his kids and grandkids...he was so proud of them! He was one of the good guys. My sympathies go out to the whole Haffner family.

B. Mathews

May 31, 2015

May 27, 2015

I'd like to send my deepest sympathies to David's family. I attended high school with David, and was very sorry to learn of your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers.

Rose Alexander

May 27, 2015

Haffner Family

May 26, 2015

Take David into your arms, dear Lord, and bring peace to his soul. Comfort his family, especially his parents and children, and all to whom he was dear at this sorrowful time.

Denise Donatelle

May 25, 2015

My condolences to the entire Haffner family. Dave was a lifelong friend and I will miss his sense of humor most of all.

Bob Jones

May 25, 2015

May 25, 2015

I spent five years with Dave in the Amtrak office at 16th Street. From the day I met him, I knew he was one of the finest managers I had ever worked with my entire life. He was very highly respected by all who worked for or with him. I am very proud to have known him. He will be sorely missed.

Kenneth Holden

May 24, 2015

Charlotte, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers...

Diane Schafer

May 24, 2015

Coach Dave Haffner, you and your dad brought many championships to St. Bede! St. Bede was the Duke University of Chicago.

St. Bede the Venerable Chicago

May 23, 2015

I've known Dave Haffner for over 35 years. It's hard for me to decide whether he was a better workplace friend or a great leader, , , because he was definitely both. Dave had a great passion for railroading which was second to none. He also had a knack for humor and wit that we will all miss. While we will truly miss him, I take comfort in knowing that God has a new Guardian Angel that will be watching over his family and extended railroad family as well.

To my good friend, , , , , , You're the Best!

May God Bless You and Grant You Eternal Peace and Joy!

Thomas Kozmel

May 23, 2015

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