Kenneth A. Haab

Kenneth A. Haab

Oct. 27, 1933 - Feb. 14, 2024

HELENA - Kenneth A. Haab passed on February 14, 2024, following an extended illness.

Ken was born on October 27, 1933, in Great Falls, MT, to August J. and Linda Haab. Following graduation from Great Falls High School, Ken joined the United States Air Force and served four years. After obtaining a teaching degree, Ken enjoyed a 39-year career teaching business courses at the Helena College of Technology.

Ken married Fredella Day on December 28, 1958. Together, Ken and Freddie raised their family in Helena, enjoying Spring Break trips to the Pacific Coast and summers camping at Kading Campground. Ken and Freddie enjoyed traveling in retirement, attending grandchildren's sporting events, and membership in the Helena Cribbage Club No. 25.

Family meant everything to Ken, and he lived his life setting an example of how to be a family man, setting the bar high for his children and grandchildren. Not surprisingly, Ken spent his final days surrounded by his loving family, in person and thought.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Freddie Haab; children and spouses: Freddi (Mike) Haab-Fiedler, Dale (Bill) Hritsco, Kent (Melissa) Haab and Katie (Jeff) Gleason; grandchildren: Tim (Felicia) Fiedler, Jacob Gleason, Ashley Gleason, Carson Hritsco, Nicole Hritsco, Amanda Haab and Brooklynn Haab; and great-grandchildren: Winston Gleason, and Johnny, Artie and Matti Fiedler. Ken was predeceased by an infant son,Alan; his parents; and sisters, Thane and Gladys.

An interment service with military honors will be held at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Fort Harrison, Helena, MT, on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., with a reception to follow at the Ramada Inn (formerly Jorgenson's).

Simple Cremation Montana has assisted the family.

Remembrances and condolences may be sent to the family at simplecremationmt.com.