Dr. Haff was my surgeon in 1983. He performed a mastectomy and another the next year. He was kind and wise, funny and an excellent surgeon. I was lucky to be his patient. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. God bless him and my condolences to his family. What a great loss.

Dr. and Mrs. Haff, to my great benefit, were like a second set of parents to me and many of my contemporaries in our youth.  They were always welcoming, in a sprawling house filled with warmth, love, dogs, horses, and their sons’ many friends.  I remember fondly Dr. Haff’s booming laugh and his voice, whether singing opera, sharing what seemed like an endless library of bawdy limericks, or yelling at the Red Sox.  He was always up for a game of baseball on the Intellivision, and he seldom ever lost, at least not to me.  Thank you Dr. Haff for the great example of how to live a good life: accomplish much, pursue many interests, and do it all with charity, lots of laughs, style and a healthy dose of love.  Godspeed Sir.

Dr. Haff was a great surgeon.  I credit him with saving me from breast cancer 26 years ago.  I was complimented by nurses/doctors all my life about how "beautiful" my scars are.  He had a wonderful personality and always had a joke to tell.  I was fortunate to have him for a neighbor for a short time.  I will never forget him.  My prayers, sympathy and love are with Vickey and their family at this very sad time.
Sincerely, Carol Fletcher Barnes


My Dear Vicky and all of Rod's family,
I remember Rod and you at the Read-Harding Thanksgivings.  I am Polly's cousin.
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of you beloved Rod.  We're never ready to lose our sweethearts, our lovers, our very best friends, are we?  They hold such a big special corner of our hearts, and in their passing, an aching hole remains.
Now you have many wonderful memories to share with your family, to keep Rod's spirit alive in your hearts, his legacy to you all.
May God's continuing presence comfort and sustain you as you grieve the loss of your beloved.
Most sincerely,
Penny Read Stevens

So sorry to hear of Dr Haff’s passing. 
It was great working with him. I sure enjoyed his sense of humor and his infectious laughter.

Charles and I have vivid memories,of Rod participating in the musicals at St. Thomas. He was larger than life in energy and song. My best memory was when he volunteered to assist in my brain surgery in 2002. It gave me a great deal of comfort and I am forever grateful. Rest ye faithful servant.

Dr. Haff was always there to take care of our surgical needs. He had a gruff exterior but when you got to know him you could see he was a softie inside. We haven't seen him for a few years but always thought of him with high regard.
We hope that his family can rest in the knowledge that he is at peace.
John and Susie Prado



My wife an I were members of St. Thomas Episcopal Church. The church put on a Melodrama Play. Rod got the part of the Villain. Stephanie Cady got selected as the Damsel In Distress. My part was that of a comedian type character.  At one point during the play, I was to run onto the stage in a bent over position and ram Rod straight-on in his rear. I misjudged and for one fleeting moment, thought I had broken my neck.... It wasn’t funny then, but the memory of it now brings a smile to my face. Only wish I had pictures to share. None of the actors had a clue the pain I was experiencing. I cherish that memory. Dr Haff was bigger than life and will be missed. RIP dear friend.

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Roderick Canavan Haff

10 juillet 1936 – 17 octobre 2020

Sunset North Funeral Home

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