Obituary of Joseph Haas
Joseph Henry Haas, 88, of New Canaan, CT passed away peacefully on December 31st, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Joseph was born on July 23rd, 1936, in Bronx, New York to Henry Haas and Mary (Fragale) Haas. Joe is predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Dolores Haas.
Joe served in the US Navy on the Battleship New Jersey BB-62 as a damage controlman during peacetime in the 1950s.
He started his metal fabricating business, New Canaan Forge, in 1965 and remained an active part of the business until his retirement at 83 years old. His son, Joseph, continues to operate the business.
In his youth Joe enjoyed boating, fishing, and a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, and hockey. In adulthood, he remained active as a part of New Canaan softball playing for Walter Stewarts Market and won the YMCA bowling championship playing for Buzzio Landscaping. Later in life he joined the British Dart League and traveled the country participating in tournaments.
Joe is survived by daughter Carol Kopec (Bill) of Snellville, GA, son Joseph Haas Jr. (Pam) of Wilton, CT, sister Mary Ann Urda (Sam) of Stamford, CT and grandchildren Billy (Gabrielle) and Matt Kopec, Victoria, Clarissa and Brooke Haas. As well as great-granddaughter Marley Jo and great-grandson Luka Joseph.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers contributions in Joseph’s memory may be made to the New Canaan Fire Department.
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