Allen E. Haveman, Jr.

Allen E. Haveman, Jr, passed away on January 23, 2017, at the age of 73. His memorial service will be held at Oakwood Cemetery in Waco, Texas, on February 2, at 1:00 p.m. He was born in Winfield, Kansas, September 8, 1943 to Allen E. Haveman, Sr., and Vernon E Haveman. Al worked for Dayton Tire and Rubber for several years. He was a respected agent for Allstate Insurance for 36 years. In keeping with Al's desire to help people, he volunteered his time to the National Ski Patrol for 45 years to help keep local ski areas safe. Al learned how to ski in Europe when his dad was stationed in Germany during his high school years, and it was a lifelong love. He was a consummate skier who always tried to encourage others to love it as much as he did. When he was no longer able to ski, he tried single action cowboy shooting and found a new enthusiasm. He enjoyed everything about it, but especially the people he met doing it. Al had the talent to brighten anyone's day with a joke or a well-placed compliment and will be so missed by those who knew him. He was predeceased by his parents, Col(Ret) Allen E. Haveman and Vernon E. Haveman; and his brother, Robert Haveman. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Susan R. Haveman; his sister, Beverly Havemann; and his children, Mark (Shannon), Jennifer, and Robert (Jennifer). He is also survived by four grandchildren, Courtney, Austin, Hayden and Harper. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society or to the American Heart Association. The family invites you to leave a message or memory on our “Tribute Wall” at www.WHBfamily.com.