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Julius Haas Obituary
Julius K. Haas, Jr., loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, entered into rest on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at the age of 85. Julius was born on June 1, 1924 at Santa Rosa Hospital in San Antonio to Julius K. and Annie (Vahalik) Haas. He began his federal service career right after graduation from Harlandale High School in May 1941. His first job was in aircraft engine installation. He joined the Army Air Corp Repair Squadron at Stinson Field during World War II, and served two years and nine months overseas in the South Pacific as a propeller mechanic. When he returned from the war, he resumed his career at Kelly AFB. His positions included military vehicle mechanic, Production Controller as a parts planner, B52 Scheduling and B52 Planning. He retired in August 1979 with 38 years of dedicated service. Julius has been a member of AARP since 1979 (he belonged to Highland Park chapter 1045) and served on the legislative committee. He has been with the National Association for Retired and Current Federal Employees (NARFE), chapter 1594 since 1980. He served as 2nd Vice President for many years and also the National and State Legislative Chair. He married Flora Irene Fric on January 11, 1948 and they celebrated 50 loving years of marriage before her death in 1998. Julius is also preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Frances Oakey of California. He is survived by 8 children-5 sons and their spouses: Roy and Anne Haas of San Antonio, TX, Gary and Debbie Haas of New Braunfels, TX, Leslie "fes" and Patty Haas of Buda, TX, Kenneth and Diane Haas of Lake Jackson, TX, and Steven Haas of Sacramento, CA, and 3 daughters and their spouses: Anne and Bryan Wilson of Helotes, TX, Therese and Freddie Schmidtke of Cibolo, TX, and Emilie and Ronald Respondek of San Antonio, TX; 20 grandchildren-Melissa Madden, Michelle Haas, Bradley Haas, Julie Trial, Ginger Haas, Lisa Grisham, Tiffany Anderson, Noah Haas, Joshua Johnson, Erika Thornley, Jennifer Jendrzey, Andrea Pearson-Haas, Stefanie Ford, Derek Lyssy, Jennifer Respondek, Jake Schmidtke, Erica Wilson, Lori Johnson, Lindsay Paramore, and Courtney Respondek: 15 great-grandchildren: Joseth, Katelyn, Kaylee, Reese, Luke, Layton, Mason, Wallace, Jaci, Wyatt, Sadie, Avery, Maren, Bella, and Chad (CJ). Additional survivors include a brother-Albert Haas of Mico, TX and a sister, Emma Sims of League City, TX, numerous nieces and nephews, and many loving friends and neighbors. Family will receive visitors on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM at Brookehill Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 4415 S. Flores St at 10:00 AM on Thursday. Interment to follow with military honors at San Jose Burial Park.
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Memories and Condolences
for Julius Haas
January 7, 2010
EMILIE: So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joyce & Robby Mainz
Senator Leticia Van de Putte
January 5, 2010
Dear Haas Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved. There are never any right words to express how deeply sad I am for the pain your family is enduring at this difficult time.
Although I did not have the honor and pleasure of knowing him, as Chair of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations, I am sincerely thankful for his valiant service in defense of our rights and freedom.
His commitment to family, friends, our community, and to serving our great nation leaves a wonderful legacy. May the love and the wonderful memories you shared with him help you when you need it most. He will never be forgotten, and your family will be remembered in my prayers.
Lee H. Morin III
January 4, 2010
Kenneth and Family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and may God bless you.
Maryhelen Gomez
December 31, 2009
MY DEAREST HAAS FAMILY
I WAS SO SAD TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DADS PASSING. I WILL KEEP ALL OF YOU IN MY PRAYERS. I WILL MISS THE CONVERSATIONS WE WOULD HAVE ON THE PHONE EVERY ONCE IN AWHILE AND HIS CHRISTMAS CARDS HE WOULD SEND US. THAT WAS SO KIND OF HIM TO STILL REMEMBER US. WE WERE SO BLESSED TO HAVE HAD SUCH A WONDERFUL FAMILY AS YOU ALL FOR OUR NEIGHBORS. WE LOVE YOU ALL. THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR MOM AND DAD WITH US. (The Carreon's) God Bless
Eleazar(Lizard)/Maryhelen Carreon Gomez
December 30, 2009
EMILIE MAY GOD GIVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THE STREGNTH AND COURAGE TO FACE THIS LOSS. MY PRAYERS AND MY HEART ARE WITH AT THIS TIME ..MANY BLESSING.
YOUR FRIEND RACHEL ALVARADO
Margaret Condel
December 30, 2009
May he rest in peace. My condolences to the entire family.
December 29, 2009
What a wonderful life and family your sweet Daddy enjoyed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate his special life. All Our Love.
Colleen Oliver and family, Missouri City, Texas
Dolores Gomez
December 29, 2009
our sinsere and most sorrowful condolence on the lose of your most beloved dad whom we will always hold dear to our hearts (the carreons]we were so blessed to have grown up with such a wonderful family as neighbors. our prayers are with all of you at this time of sadness,but he has joined the love of his life to share eternal happiness,and they have left you many wonderful memories to cherish and share with your children.
Barbara Felan
December 29, 2009
Dear Haas Family,
The family of Juan Felan and Barbara Carreon Felan wish to express our deepest heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Mr. Julius Haas. Know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless all of you.
Jennifer Dawson
December 29, 2009
My prayers are with you during this sad time. If there's anything I can do for you during this time please know that I'm here for you. Blessings to your family.
David & Lynn McKeown
December 29, 2009
For you and your family, know that our family is with you. Times like these are hard, but you always have us to lean on and will always be there. Prayers for those that have lost our loved ones. Lynn & David
The McKeown and Gherman Families
Ron & Lisa, Robin & Vince, Ryan & Sharon, Cassie & Mike, Josh, Trey & Abby.
Steve Houser
December 29, 2009
Therese,
I am sorry for your loss My wife and I will be praying for you and your family during this hard time.
Daphane Edwards
December 29, 2009
Therese and Freddie our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.
"The God of All Comfort"
II Corithians 5:3
Daphane Edwards and Family
Liz Pruski-Richter
December 29, 2009
Therese,
I was sad to hear of the loss of your father. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Nelda Pena Sanchez
December 29, 2009
Leslie
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Darrell Cloud
December 29, 2009
Paige and I would like to offer our condolences to you and your family for your loss.
Jennifer Cortez
December 29, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Aaron Cox
December 29, 2009
If there's anything we can do for you, just let us know. Thoughts and prayers, Therese.
Belinda Mulligan
December 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Belinda Mulligan
December 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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