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James Hauf Obituary
Family and friends may call on Wednesday (January 24) from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the McGuigan & Bero Funeral Home, 45 High St., Geneva. Funeral services will follow at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be held in the spring in the New York State Veterans Cemetery-Finger Lakes (Sampson).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Thrive to Survive, PO Box 1146, Geneva, NY14456.
James was born on August 26, 1948, in Waterloo, the son of the late Walter and Mary (DelPapa) Hauf. He graduated from Waterloo High School in 1966. He joined the US Army, serving from 1966-1969.
Jim was a dedicated employee of Goulds Pumps in Seneca Falls for over 40 years. He was a member of the Geneva American Legion Winnek Post 396 and the MacDougall Sportsmen's and Conservation Association. He was a dedicated volunteer at the Geneva American Legion and "signed the book" daily. He also enjoyed visits to American Legions throughout the East Coast.
Jim was a loyal, consistent pillar of the family. He was hardworking, quiet yet witty, and a dedicated dependable grandpa and father. He loved camping trips in the Skamper Camper, cruising the Caribbean with his wife and friends, cooking for family, and boating and fishing on Seneca and Lamoka Lakes. Jim was a competitive Euchre player, golfed in several leagues, and enjoyed hunting with friends. Jim was also talented in woodworking and home renovations.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Virginia (Shane) Hauf; children, Jennifer (Mark) Champlin of Geneva, Christine (Dan) Pickard of Waterloo and Katie (Jake) Allard of Horseheads; grandchildren, Taylor and Ren Champlin, Logan Muchler and Troy Pickard, and Nora and Cullen Allard; sisters, Alice Moskal of Palmyra and Barbara Caci of Lyons; brother, Walter (Margie) Hauf of Waterloo; in-laws, Kathy (David) Simmons, Peggy Shane and Cathy Shane; and several nieces and nephews.
Jim was predeceased by his parents, Walter and Mary Hauf; mother-in-law, Kay Shane; son-in-law, Karl Muchler; and in-laws, Edward Moskal, Joseph Caci, Joe Shane and David Shane.
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Roxanne
July 26, 2024
Ginger, I am very sorry for your loss. Thank you for your note on my cousin Lorraine.
Roxanne, from Geneva General.
Henry Veix
January 25, 2024
Barbara and Hauf family,
Bobbie and I are saddened to learn of your brother Jim's passing. Accept out sincere condolences and know that you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Henry & Roberta Veix
Teena Matello
January 24, 2024
Ginger, I am so sorry you and your children lost your husband and father. I am praying for you.
Teena Matello
Michael Wooden
January 24, 2024
I grew up across the street from the Haufs. Jimmy was a great kid. We played a lot of sandlot baseball, touch football and other games. Nice memories for me. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Dennis Monahan
January 23, 2024
Jimmy was a great neighbor and friend to me and my family, always to help and visaversa..I will remember our 37 years as neighbors, will miss you my friend!! Just saying, lol,his famous saying..RIP buddy
Jean Kerr Chamis
January 23, 2024
Ginger and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace.
Katherine (Mahoney) Seagrave
January 23, 2024
Ginger, I am grieved to read of your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you and your family and friends during this time of life as you juggle the unspeakable grief of the passing of your husband and the laughter and joy of good great memories of your life together.
Steven Fenner Sr
January 23, 2024
Ginny and Family,
Our deepest condolences to all. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Steve & Debbie Fenner
Peg Zwick (Jennifer's mom)
January 23, 2024
Ginger I am so sorry to hear of your loss...my heart and prayers go out to you and your family...Peggy
Stephen Soura
January 23, 2024
So sorry to hear Jim has passed. I was a coworker of his for years and he always brightened your day at Gould's We would see him at Wegmans in Geneva and he was enjoying retirement. Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Steve and Ramona Soura
Bettye H King
January 23, 2024
Jim was a classmate in Waterloo, Class of 1966. I am sorry to hear of his passing. My sympathy to Virginia and all the family.
Bettye King (Earlene Hedgecoth in school)
Culloden, Georgia
Theresa millerd
January 23, 2024
Jim worked for me at Goulds ITT. He was a very pleasant person,dedicated employee with always the attitude to get the job done- a joy to work with. He will be remembered by me with his laugh. My condolences to his wife and family.
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