WILLIAM K. HAAG

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William “Bill” Haag, age 81, of Wild Rose passed away peacefully at home Friday, August 28, 2020. Bill was born in Crown Point, Indiana, the son of Willard and Evelyn Haag.

He graduated from Crown Point High School.  He Served in the Army two years and was in the reserves for another two years.  At age 20 he married the love of his life Jean Kopaczewski with whom he celebrated 60 years of marriage this year.  He is survived by his wife, four children, eight grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. “Papa” will be remembered playfully and affectionately by all the kids and his family.

Over his lifetime Bill had many interests, he was a lifelong learner.  At 15 Bill bought his first car which he disassembled every last piece of the car and engine and sorted it into baskets, he then reassembled it with no part left over. He enjoyed creating utilizing his natural God given skills to create with his hands.  He enjoyed car restoration, woodworking, and home building and remodeling.  He designed and hand made a beautiful Victorian miniature doll house for his wife. He also designed and helped build his daughters house in California. Additionally, he loved guns and hunting, camping and being in the outdoors.

Bill was a Real-Estate Broker in California before he set out on his last job, to fulfill a dream of being a long-haul team driver with his wife Jean. In retirement they settled in Wild Rose.  Locally Bill served as a Waushara County Supervisor for a term and participated actively at church including singing in the choir.

“Papa” will be remembered playfully and affectionately by all the kids and his family.

Memorial Services were held at Emmaus Lutheran Church in Poy Sippi. Holly Funeral Home of Poy Sippi is assisting the family with arrangements.

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