Harold Eugene Haskin

RUPERT - Harold Eugene Haskin (Gene), 79, of Rupert, Idaho, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Minidoka Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family.

Gene was born November 11, 1936, to parents, Harold J. and Ruth O. Haskin, in Lamar, Colorado. The family moved to Rupert in 1937 where he lived until the time of his death. Gene graduated from Rupert High School in 1955. Gene married Camille Simons on September 9, 1955 and they recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Two children were born to this union: Michael E. in 1958 and Pamela R. in 1961. Gene served in the National Guard from 1953 to 1961 where he served as a tank commander.

Gene and Camille were the owner/operators of the Western Auto store in Rupert for many years. The store was started by his grandfather in 1937. Gene joined the family business with his father in 1965 where he and Camille operated the store until it closed in 1986. He then worked for Max Herbold for a short time before once again working in retail at Ace Hardware in Rupert until his retirement. Gene was active in the Jaycees for 8 years including holding the office of State Director. He also served as a scout leader with the LDS church. Gene's favorite activities included hunting, fishing, camping, shooting and gun collecting. He shared his love of these activities with his children and grandchildren. Gene is survived by his wife, Camille, his son, Mike (Tracy) Haskin, his daughter, Pam (Dave) Smith, his grandchildren, Lindsay (Joey) Nelson, Sara (Brent) Dupree, and Dustin (Ainsley) Smith. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Bentley and Logan (and two on the way). Gene was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Larry Haskin, sister, Judy Morgan and granddaughter, Ashley Haskin.

The family would like to thank Minidoka Home Health and staff, Dr. Swenson and Dr. Saunders, and the caring and compassionate nursing staff at Minidoka Memorial Hospital. We would also like to thank our mother for all the care she provided to dad over the years and especially in the last weeks of his life. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, ATTN: Memorials, 2676 Vista, Boise, Idaho 83705 or a charity of your choice. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, February 26th at the Rupert Cemetery. On-line Condolences may be made at hansen-mortuary.com

Funeral Service Date of Service: Feb. 26, 2016