In Memory Of
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Linus Joseph Haverkamp
Wetmore, Kansas
11/23/1933 - 09/27/2020
Linus Joseph Haverkamp, 86, of Wetmore, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2020, at the Sabetha Community Hospital, with his loving wife and family by his side.
He was born on November 23, 1933, north of Seneca, Kansas, the son of Aloysius and Eleanor (Enneking) Haverkamp.
Linus graduated from St. Peter and Paul High School in 1951. He joined the United States Army National Guard and proudly served his country.
For 55 years, he was an active member of St. James Catholic Church, serving on the church committee, as was a charter member of the Knights of Columbus.
His greatest joy in life was his family. He loved being surrounded by his grandchildren.
Linus knew no strangers and was ready for a conversation wherever he went. He loved a good joke and always had one to tell.
Linus grew up on a farm north of Seneca. He was involved in 4-H and enjoyed showing cattle at the American Royal.
Linus married the love of his life, Anita (Sudbeck), on April 18, 1960, at St. Mary’s Church, St. Benedict, Kansas. They lived south of Corning on the parallel for five years before moving to their present home north of Wetmore. He was an avid farmer and dairyman. They recently celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary.
Linus is survived by his loving wife, Anita Haverkamp, daughter Connie Marzen (Mike) of Overland Park, KS, son Kevin Haverkamp (Ellie) of Wetmore, daughter Lori Perkins (Mike) of Sacramento, CA, and daughter Donna Haverkamp (Gary) of Netawaka; six grandchildren, Brianna and Garrett Maltby, Jay Haverkamp, Corinne Meyer (Cameron), Gerae, and Kean Haverkamp; brothers, Al Haverkamp and Remi Haverkamp (Cleta Mae); sisters, Mary Ann Haug (Galen) and Grace Junk (Sam); and sister-in-law, Maxine Haverkamp.
He was preceded in death by his parents; Aloysius and Eleanor (Enneking) Haverkamp, and his brother, Norbert Haverkamp.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, October 1,2020, at 10:30 A.M., St. James Catholic Church in Wetmore. Burial will follow in the Wetmore cemetery. Rosaries will be recited on Wednesday at 2 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca and 7 P.M. at St. James Catholic Church in Wetmore.
Memorials may be given to the St. James Catholic Church c/o Lauer Funeral Home.
Rosaries will be recited on Wednesday at 2 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca and 7 P.M. at St. James Catholic Church in Wetmore.
SOCIAL DISTANCING AND MASK REQUESTED.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, October 1,2020, at 10:30 A.M., St. James Catholic Church in Wetmore. Burial will follow in the Wetmore cemetery.
SOCIAL DISTANCING AND MASK REQUESTED.
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So sorry for the loss of Linus to this wonderful family. May god be with you all to find strength in the great memories you hold on to. My heart goes out to you all. With love!
Kathi and Dennis
Our deepest condolences to Linus’s family. We have fond memories of going to Linus and Anita’s farm to play as kids and farm jobs growing up. Sending our love and prayers for you all. God bless, love Darin, Angie, Lakhota and Wyatt Conklin. (Niece of Linus and Anita)
So very sorry for your loss.
Very sorry to hear about Linus. Hopefully knowing he is in a better place will bring you some comfort. Condolences to the entire family.
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for all of the family. Linus was a nice guy and will be missed by many.
Prayers for the family, Linus was such a nice man.
Blessings sent to the family on Linus’s passing. Remembering many conversations , stories, and jokes he shared followed by his infectious smile. Prayers for peace and comfort. Amen
Our condolences to the family
Thinking of Linus’s and his family.
Anita and Family, our sincere sympathy to all. I enjoyed the many years I had with Linus as a client. He was awesome to work with…one of my favorites. Cherish your memories until you meet again. God bless.
So sorry for your loss.
To aunt Anita and cousins Connie, Kevin, Lori, and Donna, all my sympathy. Linus was a good uncle and he will be missed. I’m sorry it’s so hard to be with each other these days, but you are all in my heart! I will do my best to keep in touch and support you all. Love, your niece/cousin Brenda
PS: Really enjoyed the pictures you have posted here also. Tells a lovely story of his life and your family! 🙂 You all look great!
I will miss Linus. Sorry for your loss. I still remember staying with you when I was young and helping milk and tend calves. Plus, there was a motorcycle involved that somehow was made to run “better”.