Earl August Hauck

Earl Hauck Obituary

Esteemed attorney, Earl August Hauck, died recently of congestive heart failure at the age of 74. Described by his colleagues as the epitome of a true trial lawyer in heart and in practice, Earl was a fighter who cherished battle and empathized with his clients. He practiced law until the day he died, both in his own office and as Special Counsel to Crosse & Barfield, LLC. He is survived by his lifetime partner, Ford Stockton McClave, son Mark Hauck, daughter Cate Priestman, sister Judy Culley, brother Tony Hauck, nieces and nephews Kelly Nole, John McKim, Debbie Ramsey, Patrick McKim, David Hauck, Cara Hauck, and extended family, Linda Sedillo, Sam and Darby Barfield, Diana Brackett, Rod McClave, Brian Priestman. A celebratory gathering is planned for April 18th from 4-6pm at the University Club (1673 Sherman St., Denver), and a tribute will be made on April 24th during the McDougal Lecture/Sutton Colloquium at the Ved Nanda Center for International Law at DU, where a fellowship is being established in his name. Donations can be made to the Ved Nanda Center: www.law.du.edu/ alumni/givenow.htm.

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Published by Denver Post on Apr. 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Earl Hauck

14 Entries

Debbie Catlett

May 31, 2008

Hello Ford,

I only learned of Earl's passing yesterday when I read the obituary in The Colorado Lawyer.

I felt like I had just been stunned by a taser.

Earl is right up there in my books with Santa Claus. I miss him.

You take care.

DONALD WENDLE

April 27, 2008

DEAR FORD
I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT EARL
AND HAVE REMEMBERED HIM IN OUR
PRAYERS. WE HAD MANY GOOD TIMES IN ALTON AND VACATIONS
IN THE ROCKIES.
DON

Louise Kelly

April 23, 2008

Earl:

I am so sorry never to have met you but I feel that I know you from conversations I had about you with Ford. She is a very talented and unique person and you were and still are a very special person in her life. I enjoyed talking with you over the phone the one time I did and I know that if you and I had met, we would have had a wonderful time discussing things.

Ford - it was so good to talk with you today and as you already know, you are very much in my thoughts. Please come to Kentucky when you can.

Your Cousin Louise

Rosanne Schwiegerath

April 19, 2008

Earl,
I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but I only had to see and feel the glow emanating from Ford whenever she mentioned your name to know that you were a very special person. Rest well.

Bill Boas

April 17, 2008

Earl Hauck was one of life's `good
guys', I shall always remember his
rare wit, and mini-treatises about the
intricacies of `art law' a speciality of
which he was one of the pioneers.
We enjoyed many amusing times
together.

Debbie Ramsey

April 17, 2008

My Uncle Earl was a Pearl! A true Gem of a man. He was the Mayor of Cherry Creek. I miss you so much! So many wonderful memories and stories he would tell us----all of our Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts with Earl and Ford; the house he use to live in that was haunted; stories of him growing up and of my grandparents; always taking care of our legal needs; all of the knowledge he instilled in everyone; A BRILLIANT MIND AND SPIRIT! I loved hearing all of his stories! Those colorful socks he would wear to all of our gatherings. I remember a Halloween party I went to with a friend and she borrowed a classy "red plaid" blazer Uncle Earl had given to my brother, Pat. She wasn't sure what she was going as, but when we got to the party, she found some of Earl's business cards in the pocket so she decided she would be "Earl Hauck, Attorney"! I have always been so proud of my Uncle. He was classy in every way. I will miss you Uncle Earl. I love you! I love you too Ford---you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Patrick McKim

April 16, 2008

He was Guapo to begin until the real "El Guapo" came to be in 1997. Then came various derivatives of Guapo and the final name that stuck was "Iggy." It seemed to fit and we enjoyed calling each other Iggy and various other names over the years. Iggy really enjoyed time spent with family and good friends both of which he had many. Also as most of you reading already know he loved to eat out and enjoy a great meal to celebrate for any reason, birthday or holiday or just an opportunity to share time together and laugh, love,cry, whatever. He was always there for me as Uncle, Abogado (attorney), Friend, an inspiration to me forever. A father to me and set a standard as Uncle to 9 nephews/nieces of my own. We learn from those who we most respect and resemble in character and I am proud to say that Earl/Iggy was one of my greatest mentors in life. I will miss you Iggy and know you will watch over me and our entire family/friends which you had many. You were the "Kosmo Kramer" of CC! The streets of Cherry Creek will never be the same!!

Andrew Roberts

April 16, 2008

So long friend. In will remember you as a man's man, your gentle strength in resolve and determination has set an example for myself that will never be forgotten. I know that your light will continue to breathe strenth and confidence into all of our lives.

Carolyn Fineran

April 16, 2008

EARL...Larger than life, your wonderful laugh, the way you touched us. I will always treasure the sweet note you wrote when my Brother Bob died, about a gentleman who would light up a room...you have always been that kind of gentleman. The AfterLife is going to be a lot brighter with you there... You will be missed by us all. Much love to Ford and family. We were lucky to count you as our friend.

Dana Morphew

April 15, 2008

Good-bye, Earl. Thank you for your friendship, the memorable times, and always being ready to help.

Ford, if you were to drop a line, I would do likewise.

JUDY

April 15, 2008

EARL THE PEARL-EARL THE SQUIRREL-MR PICKLE-MR TOMATO-IGGY-A JEWEL-A GEM AMONG MEN-MANY NAMES-ONE BIG HEART-THE BEST LAUGH-ALWAYS LOOKING OUT FOR U-HE TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES-WE ARE SO LUCKY-SO COMFORTING TO ME TO HEAR EVERYONE'S THOUGHTS-I MISSS HIM SO TERRIBLY-MY BROTHER-THE BEST-LOVE U FOREVER-JUDY

Karol M. & Alicia M. Morphew

April 15, 2008

Earl, you have been a true and loyal friend for almost 40 years. From a chance encounter at a political fund raiser to now. We shared unforgettable experiences of mountain climbing, cross country skiing, sailing and hours of enthusiastic conversation. You have always been game to take on the next challenge whether physical or philosophical. Your concern for our families has been the essence of friendship. It has never wavered. We shall miss your booming laughter, your approachability, your joi d' vivre. Your life has been love, laughter and hope for we who were lucky enough to share a bit of it. Life was better because of you.
Vaya con Dios.
Pax vo biscum.

Karol, Alicia and Family

Cheri Benitez

April 14, 2008

Earl was one of my favorite people! What a treasure he was to come in to my life as a lawyer and leave my life as a friend.

I will miss him horribly.

Ford, you are in my thoughts and prayers and if you need anything please give me a call.

Patricia Engler

April 14, 2008

Ford,
I'm glad Earl had the foresight to send you on your new adventure when he did.
Pat

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