"Sorry this is late, but when I checked the first time, the site wasn\'t ready. I was a young 4-Her back in the 60\'s when Fred and Bill Hansen were two of our leaders. Fred was certainly one of the nicest guy to be around and one of the finest Bangor-ites ever. My sincere sympathy to all. Super guy!!"
In loving memory of
Frederick Huhn
September 3, 1936 - November 14, 2020
Frederick Carl Huhn, 84, passed away peacefully at home on November 14th, after suffering a stroke. He was surrounded by his loving family. Fred was born at home on September 3, 1936 on the family farm in Bangor, WI to Karl & Viola (Schafer) Huhn. In his younger years, he attended Rockland Elementary and in 7th grade he attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church School. During his school years, Fred was very active in 4-H. He graduated from Bangor High School in 1954. In July 1959, Fred was drafted and served in the US Army until 1961. On August 21, 1965, Fred married Marilyn Beitlich. Fred and Marilyn did a lot of traveling in their 55 years of marriage, traveling throughout Europe and the United States. They also spent over 20 years wintering in Arizona with many Minnesota and Wisconsin friends.
Fred spent most of his life in banking, starting at First National Bank La Crosse (Norwest), then Houston State Bank, and finally retired in 1999 from Rushford State Bank. All told, he spent 40 years in the banking industry. He took great joy in helping his customers be successful and loved talking to all of them, many that he still had meaningful relationships with up to his last days. He was very involved in the Houston community, being on boards like Houston Housing Authority (45 years), Houston School Board, Houston Hoedown, Houston Ambulance, Houston City Council, Houston Chamber of Commerce, Houston County Bankers, ABLE, and the Houston Nursing Home. He loved the community of Houston and will leave a lasting legacy that he helped build along with other great Houstonians.
Fred taught those around him to work hard and enjoy life. Fred was a banker, but a farmer at heart. He loved his hobby farm on the hill, where he took great pride in raising so many different types of animals. He enjoyed tending to the animals and the gardens he and Marilyn were passionate about. Farm and antique auctions were also a favorite of his. He loved anything that involved family and friends, parties for birthdays, especially surprise parties, anniversaries, really any reason to get together brought him much joy. Fred also loved practical jokes with friends and family. He and his friends would be found dressing up for Halloween and showing up at other friends' houses or high school dances in masks and costumes. Fred also enjoyed the water parks in Wisconsin Dells and coordinated several trips there with friends and family. He cherished the tradition of going to Packer games, him being a die-hard Packer fan. Fred had a lifetime love of fishing and he took several trips to northern Minnesota with good friends to fish and relax. He especially enjoyed going to the cabin where he could fish, hang out with family, play euchre, and be around the ones he loved. All of those memories will be cherished by friends and family forever.
Survivors include his wife, Marilyn, of 55 years. Three children: Jonathan (Karen) Huhn of Hudson, WI; Jennifer (Mike) Tripp of Plymouth, MN; and Heidi (Steve) Thompson of Houston, MN. Seven grandchildren: Connor and Garrett Huhn, Lauren (Morgan) Barth, Maria Tripp, and Kate, Sydney, and Jane Thompson. One sister, Karen Betts, and one sister-in-law, Shirley Huhn, as well as his many nieces and nephews. He was proceeded in death by his parents: Karl and Viola (Schafer) Huhn, his sisters: Elaine Haggerty, La Vonne Young, and one brother, Carl Jr. Friends may call in a drive through visitation from 2:30-5:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 19th at the Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Houston, MN. If you are attending the visitation please enter the church parking lot from the north and drive under the awning where the family will greet you. A private funeral service will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m. There will be a link to watch Fred's funeral created which can be found on Fred's obituary page when it becomes available at hofffuneral.com. Please use all COVID safety precautions during the visitation and funeral. Memorials received will be used to purchase a bench in honor of Fred's many years of active service on the Hoedown committee. Please leave a memory of Fred and sign his online guest book at www.hofffuneral.com. Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service - Houston is assisting Fred's family with arrangements.
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Tributes
"There are many many fond memories. The four most memorable are the hike to the Houston sign, gathering Sadie\'s puppies for us to play with, buster bar stop at dairy queen and seeing a very busy and happy Fred at Hoedown! My sincere sympathy to you Jen, and your entire family. I know how much you will miss him. "
"Pete & Jeanne Johnson We have had many great adventures with Fred & Marilyn. From raising pigs to many bus trips plus much, much more. We are going to really miss this very good friend."
"Our sympathies and prayers to your family. Fred will be missed by many. Love the Tipperys"
"Fred was such an asset to the community. I come home often and Fred and Marilyn would often flag me down as I was coming/going to see my parents at Valley View. I remember specifically how active Fred was during Hoedown days, he seemed to be everywhere at once.My Dad was often the recipient of one of his pranks. I remember a toilet in front yards making its way up and down Sheridan St."
"I am sorry for your loss. My sister and I enjoyed staying at Fred and Marilyn\'s bed and breakfast when we visited Houston. Our mother, Amy Vathing, enjoyed Fred and found him very helpful. "
"Marilyn & family, so sorry for your lost. "
"Rest in Peace, Fred."
"Hello, you don?t know me, but 30+ years ago Fred helped me through a tough time. He was at the Rushford bank, and, as I recall, met my father there after hours to arrange a loan for my father to buy a house for me (which I later bought from my dad once I was able). I was going through a messy divorce , and Fred helped me see a little light at the end of the tunnel. I?m sure it was nothing special to him...but to me it was everything. I will never forget his kindness. May he Rest In Peace."
"Marilyn and family, --We are so sorry to hear of Fred\'s passing. He was a great man, and always a very friendly person. Find comfort in your children and share your many memories. Stan & Ann Hundt"
"So sorry to hear of Fred?s passing. I so enjoyed working with him at Rushford
State Bank. He was a great guy and always had a smile and a twinkle in his eye. My sincere sympathy to Marilyn and family. May your memories comfort you at this time. ? Jo & Dave Oelkers "
"Marilyn and Kids---I was so sorry to hear about Freddie\'s passing. He was always such a fun guy and full of life. My best memory of him is watching Marilyn and Freddie dancing---they were such wonderful dancers. He always had a smile on his face and a laugh in his voice. With deepest sympathy! Cheri (Beffa) Gilbertson"
"I will always remember his big happy smile, I never saw anything but happiness on his face. He was such a treasured friend to my parents. Sending hugs and love to Marilyn and family I know how much you will miss him! He was a treasure! So Sorry for your loss! "
"I remember Fred as always welcoming friends and greeting everyone with a warm genuine smile. He made a point of knowing something about you and welcoming you as family. He was a very gracious, generous man. "
"Our sympathy to Marilyn and family. Sam will miss going to Peterson with Fred for breakfast. Sam & Cedy Benson"
"Fred truly had a wonderful life and all who knew him loved him. He was blessed to have so much love in his life from Marilyn, Jon, Jennifer, Heidi and the rest of his family. The City of Houston benefited from all his hard work and he will be missed. Thanks for being a friend Fred. Praying for the family."