Warren Gustave Haugestuen was born in Barron, Wisconsin December 16, 1936 to Knute and Alma (Dalen) Haugestuen. In the early hours of Friday, April 29, 2011, surrounded by his family Warren passed away from complication of pneumonia. He was only 74 years of age.
Warren received his education and graduated from high school in Chetek, Wisconsin. Warren served in the Army National Guard in Wisconsin. He and Carol Kay Hughes were married in Sand Creek, WI February 28, 1959.
Warren was self employed most of his life. He successfully started and operated six different businesses, his last being a professional skull cleaner. Warren loved the outdoors of Montana. Fishing, hunting, traveling with his best friend and wife of 52 years, and …. hunting and fishing.
Warren and Carol were longtime members of Jocko Valley Lutheran Church in Arlee, Montana, and instrumental in the building and the establishment of this church. While living here in Helena, they attended the New Life Lutheran Church. He was also involved in Jaycees of Ronan, and held memberships in many organizations involving sports and hunting.
Warren was preceded in death by his parents, Knute and Alma Haugestuen. He is survived by his wife Carol Kay Haugestuen of Helena; daughters, Pam Zuidgeest of Grand Rapids, MI, Jill Ursua of Arlee, MT, Jodi (Anthony) Rio of Stevensville, MT; brothers, Curt (Yvonne) Haugestuen, Merlin (Patricia) Haugestuen and sister, Ardell (Jim) Nelson. Warren is also survived by his grandchildren, Kaylina Ursua (Joshua Clarkin), Anthony Rio, Kieran Ursua, Aaron Rio, Bridget Zuidgeest and Walter Zuidgeest and several loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 3rd at New Life Lutheran Church on North Montana Avenue. A reception will also be held at the church immediately following the memorial service. There will also be a second memorial service at Jocko Valley Lutheran Church, Highway 93 Arlee, MT 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 10 with a reception to follow. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com.
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Charlotte Magill says
Carol, I know you are missing him now. He was always ready to help. You two were such wonderful neighbors to me. When I think of Helena, I think of you both. We had some really deep conversations about the Lord and those things help to get us through. Love, Charlotte
Gary Ingman says
Carol and family-
I was saddened to hear of Warren’s passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Gary Ingman
Jim & Myrtle Severude says
We were very sorry and surprised to hear of Warren’s death. It was nice to have a chance to visit with you at his Dad’s funeral. Our sincere sympathy and prayers for God’s comfort and peace at this difficult time .
MIchelle Rasmussen Jordan says
Dear Carol Pam Jill & Jodi
My Deepest Sympathy For the Lose of the
most wonderful Husband & the greatest Father,
I was lucky enough to get to see it First Hand. All My Thoughts And Prayers are with you
and the girls. I’ll See you next tuesday in Arlee.. If there is anything that I can help you with, or do Please let me know..
All My love
Michelle Rasmuseen Jordan
406-546-0921
Nancy Terwilliger-Grube says
Dear Carol and family, I am so sorry about Warren’s passing. He had a rich, full life with his various business adventures and his love of hunting and fishing and of course his family.
I remember well the good times we had when I resided in your basement apartment. You were very important to me as I became a part of the Arlee community.
Pat and Dick Swartz says
Carol and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.k
Willie Keenan says
Haugnstuen Family, I was very sad to hear of the passing of you father, husband and family member. Growing up in Arlee, Montana would not have been the same without the drive-in and Mr. Haugestuen.