May 28, 1930 – Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Service Information
The Peterson Chapel – Buffalo
Saturday, November 19, 2016
11:00 a.m.
Visitation Information
The Peterson Chapel – Buffalo
Saturday, November 19, 2016
one hour prior to service
Dad’s life was about loyalty and love for his family and country. His life was full of adventures from the Great Northern Railway to the Air Force, from his Triumph motorcycle to his airplane. Above all was family. Family trumped all. Safe journey dad. Say “Hi” to mom. Love you….ALWAYS.
Gene is survived by his daughters, Pixie (Tom) Elletson, Kris (Bruce) Bauer, Donna (Joe) Krause-Atallian; grandchildren, Matt (Myriah) Elletson, Russ (Michelle) Elletson, Jillianne (Joel) Gilmer, Karin (Shane) Rainwater; great-grandchildren, Austin & Trenton Elletson, Emmett & Oliver Elletson, Kali Rose; sister-in-law Linda Hagen; also many other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by his mother Mabel; wife Jo Hagen; son Randy Hagen and brother Merle Hagen.
So sorry to hear about your loss. As one of the neihborhood boys, I knew him well and will miss him dearly! Prayers to your entire family!
May the Lord Bless you and keep you.
May the Lord hold you in the palm of his hand, and watch over you and comfort you in your time of sorrow. God Bless
Our condolences go out to you and your family. Hugs and healing prayers.
Dearest Pixie; I was sad to learn of your beloved Papa’s death. I will always remember seeing the two of you on your dates. May you know the comfort of our Lord in this great loss.
Together forever 💞
Gene was a great neighbor and a great friend. R.I.P Gene.