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Arnold Eugene Haupt, 84
Arnold Eugene Haupt, 84, of Lafayette, died at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at Indiana Veterans Home.
He was born November 22, 1928, in Warren County, to the late Ecil and Ruth Lappin Haupt.
He served in the United States Army during the Korean War.
On May 15, 1948, he married Virginia Cole in Rockville and she survives.
Arnold owned the Marathon Station on Teal road in Lafayette for a few years and had retired from Purdue University. After retirement he worked for the Purdue golf courses as a player's assistant.
He was a member of the American Legion Post 11, enjoyed playing golf and was an avid sports fan especially Purdue and the Chicago Cubs.
Surviving along with his wife, Virginia are two daughters, Elizabeth Ann Johnsons (husband: Carl) and Susan Kay Ricks (husband: Joe), both of Lafayette; five grandchildren, Shelly Gray, Jason and Jennifer Johnson, Daniel and Lisa Ricks; and nine great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a son Donald Gene Haupt; and two brothers, Delmar and Robert Haupt.
Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until the time of the service at 2 p.m. Saturday, December 8, 2012, at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel 400 Twyckenham Boulevard Lafayette, IN 47909, with Chaplain David Hess officiating. Burial will follow at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens.
Those wishing may contribute to the American Heart Association or American Lung Association.
You may offer condolences at www.soller-baker.com.
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Not a day goes by where I don't think about you. Love you, and miss you! Susie
December 22, 2012
Sorry for your loss. Roger and I have many fond memories of your Dad from when Roger work at the Marathon and I lived next door. Our prayers are with your family.
Roger & Marla Osborne
December 8, 2012
Sorry for your loss.Your always in my heart and prayers.Lots of love to you and your family.
mike newnum
December 7, 2012
I learned a lot from Gene when I worked for him at the Marathon. What a great guy.
John Osborne
December 7, 2012
An Uncle who will be greatly missed. I have many fond memories of the family visits and fun times we had.
Dave Cole
December 7, 2012
Sorry for your family's loss.
Marvin Shaffer
December 7, 2012
Gene was apart all of my childhood years...he was like an uncle ! So sorry for your loss ...you have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Shannon Venters
December 7, 2012
Sue & Family, my prayers go out to your families in the loss of your loved one. At least he is at peace now with the Lord. Pam Cooper
December 7, 2012
Libby, Sue,
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with your family
Jeff Corbin
December 7, 2012
LIBBY AND CARL AND FAMILY, I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. IT HURTS TO SEE LOVED ONE SUFFER BUT IT ALSO HURTS TO SEE THEM GO. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS
PAMELA HAYWORTH
December 7, 2012
Libby, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Frani & Veronica Barrett Class "71"
December 7, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
American Heart Association
December 6, 2012
You will be missed by everyone. You are so loved! Our boys loved you very much, we looked forward to showing off Halloween costumes every year. Love you!
Tammy Roarks
December 6, 2012
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