Maurice G. Haug, 76, of Axtell, KS, died Thursday night, March 8, 2012 at Life Care Center in Seneca, where he had recently become a resident.

He was born southwest of St. Benedict on October 19, 1935, the only child of George H. and Wilhelmina C. “Minnie” Stallbaumer Haug. He attended St. Mary’s School in St. Benedict.

Maurice was a truck driver with many miles of long-haul trucking before his retirement; he also sold Watkins products. Maurice enjoyed listening to radio, especially polka music and local news. He was an avid reader who took pleasure in traveling and learning about new places.

He is survived by his Aunt Helen Stallbaumer of Seneca and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George H. on October 9, 1940 and Minnie C. on September 18, 1984.

Rosaries will be prayed 2 & 7 PM on Sunday, March 11, at Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca. Mass of Christian burial will be offered at 11 AM Monday, March 12, at St. Mary’s Church in St. Benedict. Burial will be in the church cemetery, next to his parents.

Memorials may be given for St. Mary’s Cemetery.