Howard Haupt

Howard "Howie" Henry Haupt, 93, Jamestown, ND died peacefully Friday, July 11, 2025 at his home with family by his side under the watchful care of JRMC Hospice and Cornerstone Caregivers. Howard was born July 7, 1932, in Venturia, ND, one of four sons of Rudolph and Emma (Burkle) Haupt. He grew up in Venturia, attending the local school through the 8th grade. A personal goal, he completed his High School GED in 1956. He joined the US Army 984th Engineer Company on September 28, 1954 serving in Kaiserslaughter Germany as PFC in the Engineer Co. Field Maintinence ready to deploy to Korea at a momments notice. He proudly served and received the Good Conduct Medal. He was honorably discharged September 28, 1956.

He married Lorraine Elisabeth Vossler on July 7, 1954, in Ashley ND., they divorced in 1979.

Howie moved to Jamestown ND in 1980 where he lived the remainder of his life.

He was always a hardworking ambitious go-getter type of guy, willing to help out or learn a new skill. He was self-taught in most all of his projects. He was raised on the family farm. His first job away from the farm was as a journeyman electrician. He had a very charismatic personality and was introduced into vacuum sales initially selling Filter Queens, then a very successful 38-year career as Distributor of Kirby Vacuums, first in Bothell Washington and his last in South Sioux City Nebraska. Over the years he was honored with numerous awards and helped to shape the careers of many men and women. Although he slowed down, Howie never truly retired. He always had a vacuum or two on hand for that "just in case sale". He always had numerous parts for spontaneous repairs. He loved it when people dropped in.

He was an active member in many clubs over the years; Kirkland-Bellevue Elks No.1843 Horse Patrol, Elks lodge #995, Eagles Aerie #2337 Drum & Bugle Corp., The All Vets and The Dakota Anglers, where he was awarded top ticket salesman for multiple raffles. Howie was known around town as the "Ticket Man" because he always had raffle tickets in his pocket ready for the next sale to support one cause or another. His greatest joys in life were fishing, fixing things, and spending time with family and friends.

Howie is survived by his children, Steve (Susan) Haupt, Redmond WA, Bonnie (Larry) Loose, Jamestown, ND; Granddaughters, Cassie (Colby) Mclellan, North Bend, WA, Ashlie (Troy) Griffith, Snowqualmie, WA, Laycie (John) Rader, Redmond, WA,. Great Grandchildren, Ryan & Reese Mclellan, Carson, Ava, Lucy and Sullivan Griffith, Vinnie, Liv and Stevie Rader. Niece & Nephews Beverly Haupt (Jeff) Abersfeller, Kennewick, WA, Mark Haupt, Kent WA, Daniel Haupt Puyallup, WA,. Dear cousins Carol (Haupt) Arnold, Diane and Delphine (Burkle), Glenn and Norman Denning and long time special friend Wanda Wright.

He was preceded in death by his parents, eldest brothers; Roy Haupt, Clarence (Ruth) Haupt, younger brother Martin (Eldora) Haupt; eldest son Kenneth Howard Haupt, all of his Aunts and Uncles and many cousins.

It was Howie's wish that his body be donated to the UND Anatomical Gift Program.

A Celebration of Life will be 3:00 PM Thursday, July 17, 2025 in Howie's garage at 205 6th Ave SE in Jamestown. A private family celebration will be held in Leavenworth, WA, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to Dakota Boys & Girls Ranch 6301 19th Ave. NW , Minot, ND 58703, 701-839-7888