Hal D. Haines
Hal Haines was a wonderful gentleman! I play golf, at the most, once a year. Hal is one of the few that actually suffered through 18 holes with me. He was extremely humorous about my zero golf talent. He was really a joy to be with. Hal will be dearly missed. He, and Mary, made a huge difference here at Camp Courageous! Our warm sympathy goes out to Hal's family and friends...
Charlie Becker
Monticello
IA
I hold very fond memories of Hal. He was truly caring and generous with his time with his associates at Perpetual Savings. I will always remember going to a Hawkeye football game with Hal and he asked me if I was hungry and wanted something to eat. I said "sure" and stood up thinking we were going to the concession stand. He promptly pulled 2 apples out of his pocket and handed me one. Great memory!
Jeff Reeder
Kansas City
MO
I wish to extend my deep sympathies to the entire Haines family on Hal's passing. Meeting Hal was truly a pleasure. He regaled me with wonderful stories of years past in his dealings with my father (who passed away in 1979) at Perpetual Savings & Loan, instantly conveying trust and friendship in his warmhearted and fatherly way. As you know, you have alot to be proud of in Hal. I'm sure he will be greatly missed; however, there is peace in knowing that he has certainly found his place in heaven. Sincerely, Gary Shea.
Gary Shea
Cedar Rapids
IA
Uncle Hal, you will be missed, say hi to Aunt Mary for us. I have so many great memories, but a few stand out... visiting you guys at the lake house, family gatherings, you being a GREAT brother in law to my parents, watching you enjoy a good golf joke. Speaking of... I'm imagining you at the pearly gates, golf clubs in hand and St. Peter saying hey Hal did you hear the one about... Jan, Lynn, I wish I could make it back for the service... my thoughts are with you as well.
Curtis Paullins
Sacramento
CA
Dean and Dorothy Locke
Coggon
IA
Your Dad was a good friend to my parents. I lost my Mom last week. I remember you guys from High School. Your Dad was a true gentleman. He was one of the reasons I chose Perpetual Investment Associates when I decided to get into the investment business. You have my deep sympathy. Gene Wehrheim, Jr.
Gene Wehrheim
Solon
IA
From Bill and Peggy Landau I am sure going to miss Uncle Hal. I always remember how when I was a little boy, Hal used to treat me like an equal. He never talked down to me as some adults do with children. He always seemed genuinely interested in me and what was going on in my life. And he had such a great sense of humor. As an adult, I loved his frequent phone calls and will miss updating him on all of the Landau boys and our families. We’ve made a donation to Camp Courageous Hal’s memory. So sorry I can’t be there, but I have finals for a summer college class I am taking. Our love and comfort to Jan and Lynn. Bill Landau
Bill and Peggy Landau
Flagstaff
AZ
Uncle Hal will indeed be missed by all of those whose lives he touched. He and Mary would typically call or visit whenever they had the chance. He ALWAYS made one feel like you were only other person in the room with him. He always was wanting to know about what was happening in our lives, even as little children. I've always tried to keep that focus and interest in others. That was one of his many talents. As children, we have VERY fond memories of fishing trips in the summer up to the Bemidji area and later down at Lake MacBride. Always sharing and giving the children (nieces and nephews) all the attention one could ever ask for. That caring continued on all through the rest of his years. Yes, he will be missed tremendously, but I know of no one more anxious and excited about getting to Heaven to see all of those he loved and cared for that went on before him than Uncle Hal And,I am certain he is also looking down, smiling right now. Our family was blessed to have some very good uncles, but Lynn and Jan, I think we all thought you had the coolest Dad of all! What a guy.
Greg and Debby Landau
Scottsdale
AZ
Hal was a member of my Sunday School class and was such a blessing to all of us. He was a wonderful Christian gentleman that loved the Lord with all of his heart. We will miss him but will see him soon. He was always encouraging me as the teacher. He left you a wonderful heritage. God Bless each of you!
Rev. John W. Davis
Ft. Myers
FL
We met Hal when he and Mary were in our Sunday School class. The last several years we enjoyed going out for lunch on Sundays with Hal. He was always cheerful even tho' he had some health problems but he was always concerned for others. He had a heart for missions and was faithful in attending worship services and Sunday School at McGregor Baptist Church. We will miss Hal, but we are thankful for the time we had together and feel blessed to have been his friends.
Hank & Jean Bolhuis
Fort Myers
FL
As members of First United Methodist Church in Marion, we were privileged to get to know Hal through Sunday School and worship. He was a man of integrity with a kind heart and a loving spirit. The light of Christ truly shone through Hal. Many blessings to you, his family.
Chuck and Sherry Alexander
Marion
IA
As my brothers Greg and Bill stated before me, we thought that Hal was the nicest, most caring uncle a person could ever hope for. Whether being taken out on the lake for a boat ride, or getting to fish off the dock at Lake MacBride, Hal always took the time to make our visits memorable. While dealing with some personal struggles as a young man, Hal took me under his wing and guided me into a truly meaningful relationship with God. That meant the world to me, and made a huge difference in my life. Lynn and Jan, know that all of the Landau boys will always think the world of your day. He was the best! May many happy memories help to ease your sorrow at this time.
Jeff Landau
Tucson
AZ
From Jim and Candee Landau we will surely miss my Uncle Hal. To know Hal is to like him. He was always so caring and always wanted to know how everyone in the family was doing. I remember visiting Cedar Rapids a couple of times as a child when Hal took us to a minor league baseball game. I learned from him that memories like that last forever. So, I've done the same thing with my children. To Lynn and Jan I'm so sorry that I couldn't make it for the funeral. I had tickets to take my son to some baseball games. I think Hal would have approved! You have our deepest sympathy. You have truly been blessed to have had such wonderful parents.
Jim and Candee Landau
Maurice
IA
Dear Lynn and Jan I still tell great stories of your mom at the kitchen window knowing when I would get home from a date late and your. Or you dad giving me a lift to school early in the morning for practice. Miss you all all our love the Ricketts. Julia, David, Diane and our families.
Julia Ricketts Dennis
West Liberty, Iowa
IA
Hard to believe its been a year. Missing you and your stories. I know my mom and dad really miss you.