Celebrating the life of
Elwood L. Haake
September 18, 1930 - November 24, 2013
Elwood "Woody" Haake, 83, died Sunday, November 24, 2013 at his home in Savannah. He was born September 18, 1930 to the late Viola and Louis Haake. Woody was a native of the Chicago area and lived at the Landings on Skidaway Island, GA since 1987. He also enjoyed a second residence in Boynton Beach, FL.
Woody received a BA in Finance from Valparaiso University, and an MBA from University of Chicago. He was also a Chartered Financial Analyst. He spent most of his career with the Northern Trust Company in Chicago and retired Executive Vice President of Fixed Income in 1986.
As an avid golfer, he enjoyed being a member of Exmoor Country Club in Highland Park, IL for more than 40 years and also was a member of the Country Club of Florida. In addition, Woody was a charter member of Messiah Lutheran Church in Savannah.
He is predeceased by his brother Louis Haake, of Schaumburg, IL. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Susan Rembert Haake, of Savannah, son Kurt Haake of Atlanta, daughter and son in law Karen and Myles Whitebloom of Arlington Heights, IL, son and daughter in law Bart and Melanie Haake of Tulsa, OK, and grandchildren Grant and Ellery Whitebloom and Erik, Lindsay, and Mallory Haake.
A Memorial Service to honor his life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 30th, 2013 at Messiah Lutheran Church, One West Ridge Road, Savannah, GA 31411.
Remembrances may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church.
All worshipers are invited to greet the Haake family at a reception in Messiah Fellowship Hall following the memorial service.
Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Haake. He's probably hitting golf balls, and trying to get Rufus to stop chasing them. My heart and prayers go out to you and yours.
- Mary Barton, Savannah, GA
Woody was just a great person to work with --He was always so approachable and cheerful to deal with. He was always a perfect gentleman!
- Corinne McClintic, Winnetka, IL
I WAS SORRY TO LEARN ABOUT WOODY. ALTHOUGH WE HAVEN'T SEEN EACH OTHER FOR MANY YEARS, WE HAD MANY GOOD TIMES TOGETHER ON THE GOLF COURSE, PLAYING CARDS AND TOGETHER AT THE NORTHERN. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, PHIL SWEET
- PHILIP SWEET, , GA
When I first arrived at the Northern Trust as an economist, Woody took me under his wing and showed me how to help others in their decision making. While that sounds easy, Woody did it with an ever-present smile and simple wisdom that lasted. One always looked forward to being with Woody, because he cared for others; all the while open and straight forward with his thoughts. No pretense, no games; he was curious and honest. Characteristics, we should aspire to have!
- Don Raiff, Scottsdale, AZ
Dear Sue and Family, We are so sorry about Woody's passing.We know the recent time has been a struggle for him,but it is always difficult and sad to let a loved one go.The suffering is over and he will be missed by many of us.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Sue though we haven't seen you and Woody for years the memories of good times still remain. My condolences John
- john c mccurdy, wadsworth, IL
I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Haake. He's probably hitting golf balls, and trying to get Rufus to stop chasing them. My heart and prayers go out to you and yours.
- Mary Barton, Savannah, GA
Woody was just a great person to work with --He was always so approachable and cheerful to deal with. He was always a perfect gentleman!
- Corinne McClintic, Winnetka, IL
I WAS SORRY TO LEARN ABOUT WOODY. ALTHOUGH WE HAVEN'T SEEN EACH OTHER FOR MANY YEARS, WE HAD MANY GOOD TIMES TOGETHER ON THE GOLF COURSE, PLAYING CARDS AND TOGETHER AT THE NORTHERN. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, PHIL SWEET
- PHILIP SWEET, , GA
When I first arrived at the Northern Trust as an economist, Woody took me under his wing and showed me how to help others in their decision making. While that sounds easy, Woody did it with an ever-present smile and simple wisdom that lasted. One always looked forward to being with Woody, because he cared for others; all the while open and straight forward with his thoughts. No pretense, no games; he was curious and honest. Characteristics, we should aspire to have!
- Don Raiff, Scottsdale, AZ
Dear Sue and Family, We are so sorry about Woody's passing.We know the recent time has been a struggle for him,but it is always difficult and sad to let a loved one go.The suffering is over and he will be missed by many of us.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Sue though we haven't seen you and Woody for years the memories of good times still remain. My condolences John
- john c mccurdy, wadsworth, IL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
