Thomas Hauver
Obituary
Thomas Hauver
72, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas passed away suddenly on February 15, 2009 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, while en-route to a short vacation in California. He was born April 15, 1936 in New York.
Tom recently organized a parade to honor Iraq Veterans. He proudly served the United States Air Force for 26 years where he achieved the rank of Master Sergeant. He served in Vietnam and special projects, such as his proud involvement with the B-2 Bomber. He served our country in its endeavor to keep us all safe and secure our borders. He was stationed in such places as Japan, Korea, Alaska, Hawaii and more. He retired to Arkansas after falling in love with the area on a vacation. Mr. Hauver was a special, strong willed, loving man. His arms encircled and embraced us all.
Survivors include his wife, Ester Hauver of the home; three sons and daughters in law, Thomas and Rita of Sylmar, California and Richard and Molly of Minneapolis, Minnesota; eight grandchildren, Erik, Ryan, Heidi, Ellie, Joshua, Gavin, Seth and Elizabeth.
Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, February 20, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas with Chaplain Jeremy Gorline officiating. Burial will be in the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. The complete obituary may be viewed on the Luginbuel Web Page. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com
72, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas passed away suddenly on February 15, 2009 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, while en-route to a short vacation in California. He was born April 15, 1936 in New York.
Tom recently organized a parade to honor Iraq Veterans. He proudly served the United States Air Force for 26 years where he achieved the rank of Master Sergeant. He served in Vietnam and special projects, such as his proud involvement with the B-2 Bomber. He served our country in its endeavor to keep us all safe and secure our borders. He was stationed in such places as Japan, Korea, Alaska, Hawaii and more. He retired to Arkansas after falling in love with the area on a vacation. Mr. Hauver was a special, strong willed, loving man. His arms encircled and embraced us all.
Survivors include his wife, Ester Hauver of the home; three sons and daughters in law, Thomas and Rita of Sylmar, California and Richard and Molly of Minneapolis, Minnesota; eight grandchildren, Erik, Ryan, Heidi, Ellie, Joshua, Gavin, Seth and Elizabeth.
Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, February 20, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas with Chaplain Jeremy Gorline officiating. Burial will be in the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. The complete obituary may be viewed on the Luginbuel Web Page. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com
Funeral Service
10:00 am
National Cemetery Pavilion - Fayetteville, Arkansas
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Final Resting Place
General
Apr 15, 1936
Feb 15, 2009
72
Tributes
I was certainly sorry to hear of Tom's death and I offer my condolences to his family. We played golf together many times at Valley View and I enjoyed his company. He was an avid golfer up to the end.
Odell Taylor - Friend
We are so sorry for your loss and we want you to know that we're thinking of you with love during this difficult time. Mr. Hauver will continue to hold our respect and admiration for the wonderful man he was.
Christian And Jessica Bremmer
Only met Tom once at the parade in Prairie Grove. Thanks to people like this man who feared God and beleived in his country.We as Americans owe a great dept for freedom. Tom my brother you will not be forgotten.Xray Assistant NWAR Patriot Gaurde ride captian.
Dewayne Uselton - Patriot Gaurd
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
Kathy Bremmer - Friend Of David And Christina
Our prayers & sympathy for comfort in our Lord Jesus Christ go with you and your family at this time.
Gerald & Katherine Galbo - Friends Of Son Tom Hauver Of California
We would like to give our condolences to the entire family of Tom Hauver. We especially want to remember Tom Hauver, the son who lives in California. We attend the same church as Tom in Tujunga and we give him our support and love at this time of sadness in his life. Our prayers are with all of you.
Jake And Carol Dameron - Friends Of Tom Hauver Of California
I know Tom through Faith Lutheran Church, in Tujunga, CA. Prayers are with the entire family at this difficult time. May the spirit of this coming Easter season be a place of comfort and reassurance.
Nathan Kempe - Friend Of Thomas Hauvner (the Son)
Funeral Service
10:00 am
National Cemetery Pavilion - Fayetteville, Arkansas
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Final Resting Place
General
Apr 15, 1936
Feb 15, 2009
72