Galen Robert Haas was born on Nov. 8, 1951, in Concordia, KS to James Robert and Frances Wilmetta “Willie” Dunlap Haas. He passed unexpectedly on Aug. 26, 2024, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka KS.
Galen grew up in the Vining and Clifton communities and attended the Clifton Schools graduating in 1969. He married JoDee Branfort on June 12, 1971. They were the proud parents of 2 sons.
Galen loved growing up in Clifton. He had so many wonderful memories of his family and friends throughout his life. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, baseball and football and was very much looking forward to the upcoming season of football. He was an avid fan of the Clifton-Clyde Eagles, Kansas State University, and his beloved Chiefs. Everyone who knew him was aware of his love for the 4th of July holiday and fireworks!
He worked at Benteman farms until he returned to School at Brown Mackie College in Salina. He then worked at the Clifton Grain Elevator and later purchased the Sunflower Insurance Services.
Galen played football for Clifton High School and baseball for the Clifton Cardinals. He later coached the Cardinals from the Peewee to Legion teams. He loved being around the kids.
He was very active in the community. He served as Mayor of Vining and served on the Clifton City Council beginning in 1985. He later became the Mayor of Clifton until 2013. He was a member of the Faith United Church, Clifton JayCees, Clifton SAL, served on the cemetery board for Pleasant View Cemetery and was a member of the Masons.
Other than his parents he was proceeded in death by his brothers (and best friends) Dan Alquist, Phil Branfort, Mark Branfort, and Dean Gill. His sister-in-law Carolyn Alquist, nephew Gary Gill and a great nephew Ocean Gill.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 53 years, JoDee Haas
Sons: James Robert Haas and Billy Dean Haas
3 grandchildren and the joy of his life- Linnea and husband Cesar Perales, William Haas and Avrie
Haas all of Clifton
Sisters: Colleen Gill of Newton, KS
Connie Street and husband Mike of Lincoln, KS
Many beloved nieces and nephews
Many friends, extended family and clients
Respect calls will be Thursday, August 29, 2024, from 4:30 to 7:00 pm at the Faith United Church in Clifton, Kansas
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, August 30, 2024, at the church. The family requests that everyone wear casual attire and if they wish favorite sports team apparel or colors.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Clifton SAL or to the Clifton Clyde Eagles football program.
A meal will be provided by the Clifton SAL and Auxiliary following the service at the Legion.
