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Gene Haselhofer

1931 - 2025

Gene Haselhofer obituary, 1931-2025, Watsonville, CA

BORN

1931

DIED

2025

Gene Haselhofer Obituary

Gene Haselhofer, a Korean Veteran and lifelong resident of the Pajaro Valley passed away on October 13, 2025. He spent four years in the Navy of which three were spent on an aircraft carrier, the USS Oriskany, during the Korean conflict. Gene always spoke highly of the Navy years as being a very rewarding time of his life.

After returning home he and his wife Arlene (deceased) farmed the family orchard for many years. His many years at Rent Power showcased his wit and sense of humor.

Gene graduated from Watsonville High in 1949 and was a longtime skier with the "Snow Catz."

Unfortunately he also lost his son Eric in 2024.

He passed away peacefully at the age of 94.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Watsonville Pajaronian from Dec. 10 to Dec. 26, 2025.

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