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John Haeffner Obituary
November 9, 1940 - October 28, 2025
Collinsville, Illinois - John "Jack" Raffaele Haeffner, age 84 of Collinsville, Illinois was born in East St. Louis, Illinois on November 9, 1940. Jack departed this life on October 28th, in Collinsville, Illinois. Jack was the former owner of "Jack's Gulf Service" in the later 1960's and went on to retire after 20 years of service as an automobile mechanic at Laura Buick. Jack was one of the original mechanics hired at Laura. He took special interest in teaching his three children the art of building engines, winning races, and shared the love of playing billiards with his daughter Dana. Jack attended S.S. Peter and Paul Catholic Church during his younger years, and was a member of the United States Army serving his country from October of 1962 to October of 1968.
Remaining to cherish Jack's memory are his twin sons, Timothy John and Thomas Michael of Collinsville, Illinois and daughter Dana Sue Koch of Swansea, Illinois. Jack took part in many activities in his retirement years such as hunting ducks and geese, playing billiards, tinkering with classic cars, and spending time with family, friends and lifelong neighbors. Jack always enjoyed visiting Jodi up at The Shop for a fresh haircut and great conversation. Jack holds many fond memories in his heart of his beloved extended family member Steve, whom Jack looked at like another son. Jack spent 54 years hunting with his best friend, and childhood hunting buddy, Earl Tiemann. He enjoyed spending many hours in his back-yard, "Shabby Shack" making ducks calls using various woods from around the world. Jack loved cruising in his fully restored 1970 Buick GS 455 convertible. Jack was a true treasure and will be exceptionally missed by all those who knew and loved him. Jack was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Judith Haeffner, his 1st born daughter Shanna, his mother, Ernesta Haeffner, father Robert Haeffner Sr. and brother Robert Lee Haeffner.
In lieu of flowers, Jack is requesting donations be made to the Collinsville Food Pantry. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 on Thursday, November 6th at Kassly Meredith Funeral Home in Collinsville, Illinois. Funeral service at Kassly Meredith Funeral Home on Friday, November 7th at 9 a.m.. Burial and interment will follow at Holy Cross Lutheran Cemetery. Reverend Myles Holmes officiating.
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Edward C Pacewic Sr
November 1, 2025
Sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Condolences to Jack's Family & Friends. Many memories of the Gas station garage, Jack's Gulf. Jack was always there to help & give expert advise.
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PHIL ODOM
October 30, 2025
A SLOW SALUTE - TO A FELLOW VETERAN AND A NATIONAL HERO
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
For the Family:
Even though I've never met your loved one,
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy for your loss.
May the force of GOD be with you as you walk through this difficult time.
May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort you
and give you peace and understanding.
As a grateful Veteran, I hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation
for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
SEMPER FI
SGT. PHIL ODOM
FOX CO. WEAPONS PLATOON
2ND BATTALION/1ST MARINES
U. S. MARINE CORPS
AND VIETNAM VET
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"For those who fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know"
Big D
October 29, 2025
I worked for Jack at the " station" when I was in high school, He taught me a lot about cars and so much more about life. I respected him and will miss him. Big D
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