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Larry Haun Obituary

Haun, Larry F May 6, 1931 - October 24, 2011 Larry Haun was born on May 6, 1931 in Harrisburg, Nebraska, son of Henry and Elizabeth Haun. He was a resident of Los Angeles for over 30 years. He moved to Coos Bay in 1996 to retire. He died on October 24, 2011 after a long battle with lymphoma. In 1968 he married Renee Carey and had two children Eric and Risa. In 1983 he married Mila Marcelo with three children, Dario, Sarita and Ninay. He was a gardener, writer, builder, teacher, meditator, traveler and liked to take naps. Aside from being a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, he also authored the book "How to Build a House," proceeds of which he donated back to Habitat for Humanity. He also wrote three other books, the final one was published this year entitled "A Carpenter's Life: as told by houses". He was survived by his wife of 29 years, five children, two brothers, one sister and a dog. A celebration of life gathering for Larry Haun, 80, of Coos Bay, OR will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the Echo Park United Methodist Church located at 1226 N. Alvarado St., Los Angeles, CA. 90026.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Dec. 11, 2011.

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Sean Durcan

April 23, 2025

I just started watching his videos. He had a great way of explaining. I was a apprenticeship carpenter for a few seasons. I eventually got into local 150 operating engineer. I started out building houses but ended up a demo man tearing them down.

Frank, New York

September 12, 2024

I started watching Larry's videos and learned a ton of building tips. He was a great teacher in the videos.
My deepest condolences

Michael Lambert

July 12, 2022

Larry, thank you for everything you taught me. I was a better carpenter from you tutelage. You are missed here on earth.

Peter

June 23, 2022

Commented Feb 16, 2022 as well. Wow Larry, I can't get enough of your VIDEOS AND BOOK !! They are GOLD as far as im concerned and I will make good use of them soon. Starting something on our la d in SC in Aug and would love to show your kids after I am done!! Legend Larry, an American Legend you are. RIP and anyone with any building sense sees your stuff, they too will be hooked! Salute Larry, a pioneer in your craft. Ill comment soon again here.

David Buckles

May 8, 2022

Larry, when I started teaching high school construction classes in 1996, your videos were a cornerstone of my curriculum. And, you taught me to put away my speed square and trust my eye when framing... saving me countless hours of labor over the years! I just watched one of your videos again and it was like spending time with an old friend. Thank you and God bless.

Peter

February 16, 2022

Larry, came across your name and craft from a youtube channel and i am amazed at what you did in life. You are a Gentleman and a great Teacher from what I gathered watching your videos. Im currently going through your book "The very efficient carpenter" as im typing this, and I plan on using your teaching to make a Tiny House or Cabin in the near future. Would have loved to shave met ylu, wouldve been an absolute pleasure!! RIP Larry and thanks you!!! Your Family and Friends have to be very proud!

Tony Cerrito

November 30, 2021

Thank you Larry. When I was sick I would play your Framing videos . And something of listening to you speak helped me.

Craig Joseph

May 17, 2021

Thank you Haun family for allowing him to share his lifes work and journey. I had hoped to converse with him to thank him for sharing his gifts and talents, I have learned so much from his teaching.

Craig Joseph

May 17, 2021

Thank you Haun family for allowing him to share his lifes work and journey. I had hoped to converse with him to thank him for sharing his gifts and talents, I have learned so much from his teaching.

Nick DiLorenzo

March 31, 2021

Love showing his videos to my building class. So informative...

Olivier D'Aoust

March 23, 2021

Inspiration

Tony West

March 15, 2021

I love the best carpenter to ever swing a hammer Larry Haun he has taught me so much even after he has passed away. I just love watching and listening to him teach his trade , he makes it where anybody can learn it ,so easy and simple.

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