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Michael Haupt Obituary

Michael A. Haupt

Michael A. Haupt, 55, of Sheboygan, passed away Thursday, February 07, 2013 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice after a courageous battle with cancer. Mike was born September 28, 1957 in Manitowoc to the late Arlie and Marlene (Konik) Haupt. He graduated from Sheboygan North High School in 1975. On September 9, 1978, he married the former Debra Brunette and they resided in Sheboygan. He was employed by the Kohler Company in the Cast Iron Division for over thirty years. Mike was an avid fan of the Milwaukee Brewers, Green Bay Packers and Kansas City Chiefs. He also enjoyed hunting and watching the wildlife in northern Wisconsin.

In addition to his wife, Debra, he is survived by two daughters, Jennifer (Aaron Fretwell) Haupt-Fretwell, Jodi Haupt (special friend, Jeff Aufderheide); one grandson, Cayden Michael Fretwell; 3 step-grandchildren, Alex, Lexi and Miranda Fretwell. He is further survived by two brothers, Tom Haupt and Randy (Heather) Haupt; three sisters, Charmaine (Greg) Patz, Patricia (John) Schneider and Judy Henderson; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Theodore and RaeAnn Brunette; five brothers-in-law, Mike (Rhonda), Ted (Susan), David (Shelley), Tim (Angie) and Tom (Chris) Brunette. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant brother, David and one nephew, Major Schneider.

A memorial service will be held for Mike on Monday, February 11, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. at the Zimmer's Westview Funeral and Cremation Care Center (Hwy 42 & JJ, Howards Grove) with the Rev. Richard Cerpich officiating. Friends may call on Monday at the funeral home from 1:30 p.m. until the time of service.

The family would like to thank the staff of Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, the staff of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic and Mike's Kohler buddies for their care and support.

A memorial fund has been established in Mike's name.

Published by Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter on Feb. 10, 2013.
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As I read through the guestbook I am warmed with all the prayers and words of others. Dad, I miss you more than you will ever know...although one day we will be reunited :) Love you dad

February 4, 2014

I miss you Dad! Hugs and Kisses.

Jodi Haupt

March 24, 2013

Debbie, Deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

Debbie (Mertes) Lederer

February 16, 2013

Our sympathies to you and your family! We will keep all of you in prayer.

Ann & Jon Olig

February 14, 2013

I love you Brother. I miss you.

Randy Haupt

February 12, 2013

thinking of u at this time of sorrow mike was like my bro i will miss him Debbie keep in touch

Rick and Sandy Haupt

February 11, 2013

Very sorry to hear about your brother, may God bless you and your family.
With Sympathy, Lance & LuAnn

February 11, 2013

Our condelences are with your family. It was a pleasure working and getting to know Mike.

Tammy (Kautzer) Schmidt

February 11, 2013

PATRICIA AND CHARMAINE - MY SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES.

CHERI DHEIN

February 11, 2013

My deepest sorrow for your family Deb Mike and I had 34 years together at Kohler co. he was one of the few who took me under his wing when I wasen't strong enough to pick up a sink and help!!! Loved you and him enough to trust with the care of my first daughter (and some how she swallowed a penny and you saved her from choking on the first day!)Time goes by but because of the love we shared we had that golf tournament to laugh, love and share the days of yesterday which I will hold dear to my heart. You and mike went through alot together and held together and for that my prayer is you can rest knowing you finished first in Mikes life and though we all will grieve the loss you will heal and thank God for the gift he sent just for you your husband,and a TRUE friend of mine!!!!

Mark Peterson

February 11, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Elias Family

February 11, 2013

Debbie,
My deepest sympathies for you and the family. I will miss Mike's smiling face on the Kohler campus.

Connie (Elias) Novak

February 11, 2013

Dear Debbi and family,
We were sorry to hear about your husband's cancer and death at such a young age.
We send condolences and prayers,
Lindy and Mary Nelson

February 10, 2013

Dear Jodi and Jenny,
My heart so aches for you girls. My mother passed away when I was 30 and didn't think life could possibly go on.
The loss of a parent is so very difficult. But I can assure you that God will give you the strength just when you think you haven't enough to get you threw another minute. God will give you the comfort with the wonderful memories that you will forever have and the peace that passes all understanding.
You had a daddy that loved you so very much and hold onto that tightly.
Please keep his legacy of love and delightful sense of humor.
Keeping you our thoughts and prayers. Love Dale and Lois (Haupt) Schroeder

February 10, 2013

For some moments in life, there are no words to express the sadness we feel. This is one of them.
May loving memories bring you comfort and peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bob and Dolores Deehr

February 10, 2013

I want to say something for you big daddy I don't know how start because this is my first time I lost somebody so important in my life ….. you were my father when I was there you gave me a hand in my most difficult time in my life and I know you all the words you say to me were true you always saw me with your eyes with love trying to push me up when I was down..
I remember all the time when you planed to go up north by yourself and when I knew that you are going I was so happy because I really wanted to go with you and I asked you so we can go together , you said no in the first time and then I was asking you all the time If I can go with you and then you start laughing and you said one day yes ro ro we can go, pack your stuff, we are going and I was so happy when I heard that.. we spent a lots a days together we stay in uncle tom house and you were explain me everything in the trip. And then we came to the house you make food everyday even you take me to the restaurants and the casino I didn't know how to play you thought me I was so happy staying with you I felt so protect by your side and I told you this is really tough for me to go back to my country and you said yes its hard but think about your parents ro ro they also want to be with you…. Dad now I understand when people says that you have to enjoy every moment with the people you love because you will never know if you will see the person again

yes big daddy you are with your parents right now I know you are in heaven because you were a great man in this short time you been in this world I really want to say thank you to god to knew you because you were my dad..
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH we will meet you someday………….

Rodrigo (Ro-Ro) Trujillo

February 10, 2013

Jody,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.
Love,Paul And Liz

Paul gonzalez

February 10, 2013

sorry for your loss deb thinking of you and your family

February 10, 2013

sorry to hear of our loss, my thoughts and prayers to the entire Haupt family in this trying time. May Mike rest in God's peace.

Pam Haas

February 10, 2013

I knew Mike when he was a Senior @ North High & I was a Sophmore. We both were in Mrs. Gerstner's Home Economics class together & had a blast. Mike was so funny & he used to tease me a lot about my fishing so much & actually gave me the nic-name "FISH", which he called me all the time. I have great memories of him even though we never bumped into each other since High School. My sincere condolences to Mike's family. When you remember someone after 38 years have passed, you know he was a great guy & will be missed...

Bob Fritsch

February 9, 2013

Deb and family - Condolences on your loss. Mike always put a smile on our faces when we were around him. He will truly be missed.

Mark and Jill Aschenbach

February 9, 2013

I am sorry Deb, Jenny and Jodi, we love you guys very much.

Amanda Paschal

February 9, 2013

Debbie, I am sorry sorry to hear about Mike. I had no idea he was sick. I will see you Monday. Take care, Darlene

Darlene Frewert

February 9, 2013

Deb, Jenny and Jody you are in my thoughts and prayers

lisa jacobson

February 8, 2013

We are terribly sorry for the pain and grief. Mike was a good man. If there is anyhting we can do to help during this time, please contact us through my brother and sister Pete and Shelly. God Bless you all.

Paul Sjollema

February 8, 2013

Sorry to hear of your loss.mike will always be in everyone's hearts and thoughts.

Marlene Hoberg

February 8, 2013

The love of friends and family will carry you through your grief.
( I work with Mike Brunette's wife, Rhonda)

Beverly Henderson

February 8, 2013

During work, Mike would always put a smile on your face when things were tuff. He can never be replaced and will be missed by all. May your new life treat you fairly, just as you treated others.....

Tim Firgens

February 8, 2013

Sorry to hear of your loss. May you be comforted knowing that Mike no longer suffers. My sympathy.

Sue Walter

February 8, 2013

My thoughts are with you Jodi and you family during this very difficult time <3

Bethany Finn

February 8, 2013

Thinking of you!

Rhonda Brunette

February 8, 2013

i'm so sorry for your loss, mike i will forever miss you!!

Jon Boeldt

February 7, 2013

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