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Ellen Haselhuhn Obituary
Ellen M. (Martin) Haselhuhn, 91, of Sioux Falls, SD, formerly of West Liberty, died Monday, May 29th, 2017 at her home.
Ellen was born in North English, IA on April 8th,1926 the daughter of Ethel (Coates) and Glen Martin. She was married to Garland E. Haselhuhn, May 21,1950 in Ottumwa, IA.
Ellen was a 1944 graduate of North English High School and later graduated from the University of Iowa in 1972. She worked for John Deere while living in Ottumwa. She and her husband Garland, owned Garland's Super Value Grocery Store and Garland's Pizza - a place for the youth and families of West Liberty. She later worked at Medical Labs at the University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics and the Laboratory for Political Research at the U of I and retired from the department of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in 1999.
Ellen was a member of the West Liberty School Board, the American Legion Auxiliary and president of Chi Mota Women's club and West Liberty Band parents. Ellen was a founding member of Faith Baptist Church in West Liberty, Bethany Baptist church in Iowa City, and later Hope Community Church in Sioux Falls, SD. Ellen was an active member of the community and school district, as she substitute taught, and accompanied for many vocal and instrumental solos and concerts. During her earlier years, Ellen accompanied The King's Singers a men's quartet. She served as pianist and organist, music director and coordinator in the churches she attended throughout her life. Ellen will always be remember for her love of family, friends, music, beautiful flowers and faith in Christ.
She is survived by a sister, Mary Hiatt of Huntsville, AL, daughter, Marcia (Mike) Gaudet of Sioux Falls, SD, a son, Jeff (Shelly) Haselhuhn of Humboldt, IA and daughter Michelle (Douglas) Young of Overland Park, KS. Seven grandsons, Gavin Gaudet of Sioux Falls, SD, Jarod Haselhuhn of Humboldt, IA, Jesse Haselhuhn of Ames, IA, Jason Haselhuhn of Clive, IA Jonah Haselhuhn of Ames, IA Eric (Beth) Young of Kansas City, MO and Evan (Brianna) Young of Cedar Rapids, IA.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and her husband Garland.
A visitation will be held Friday, June 2nd from 6-8pm at Hope Community Church 27213 473rd. Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57108 with a prayer service at 7pm. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 3rd at 9:30am at Hope Community Church with Rev. Mike Gaudet officiating. The burial will be at the North English, IA cemetery at 5:30 pm.
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C. Patrick Burns
May 25, 2020
Ellen was Division Coordinator and my secretary for many years and I remember her with fondness. In fact I have a glass figurine she gave me still hanging in our dinette. She will always be remembered as a friend and supportive colleague at the University of Iowa.
Pat Burns
C. Patrick Burns, MD MACP, Professor Emeritus, University of Iowa
C. Patrick Burns
June 2, 2017
To the Family of Ellen,
Ellen was Division Secretary for the Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplantation at The University of Iowa Hospitals for many years during the time I was Director. She was an wonderful secretary, colleague and friend and added immensely to the efficiency of the division. She was loyal and dedicated and I will always remember her fondly.
Her passing is saddening but I know she had a wonderful life.
Pat Burns
C. Patrick Burns, MD MACP
Donna Bumann
June 2, 2017
It's never easy to lose those we love. Thankfully we have wonderful memories to help turn our frowns into smiles and know that they are in a wonderful, happy place. You made each others lives very memorable.
Louise Newcomb
May 31, 2017
To Marcia, Jeff & Michelle, I am saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. She was such a lovely and talented lady - always upbeat and pleasant to be around. It was my pleasure to have worked for your Dad & Mom many years ago but the memories are still with me. It was a fun job because of the folks I worked for. Your Mom was beautiful inside and out. It must give you great comfort to know that she is now at rest and in the arms of Jesus. Blessings to all of you during this difficult time. She surely will be missed.
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Christine Schlabach
May 31, 2017
I knew this day would come, but my heart is broken regardless, Ellen meant so much to me. May the family find peace & comfort in the many memories they have of their precious mother.
Mary Frederickson
May 31, 2017
My heartfelt prayers are with you, Ellen's beautiful sense of humor and spunky spirit will be missed. She was such a joy when we connected in church. She loves the lord and now she is wrapped in his arms forever.
Sheila Wright
May 31, 2017
Dearest Family,
Our heartfelt prayers are with you as you celebrate the Blessed Homecoming of your Dear Mother. May God be with you all during this change in life here on this earth.
Blessings,
Tex & Sheila Wright
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