Gene was born on August 1, 1926, and he graduated from Manual High School in 1944. He was the owner/proprietor of Poplar Level Bowling Lanes, and served in the Navy in the Philippines during World War II. Gene was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ and was a member of the Kosair Shriners.
Gene was preceded in death by his daughter, Pamela, and his parents, Charles and Lillian Haag.
Gene is survived by his wife Mildred of 61 years; daughter Carol (Barlow) Chappell; son Moe Haag; 4 grandchildren Brynce (Amber), Jennifer, and Bryan Chappell, Zoe Haag; 3 great-grandchildren Brayden, Caroline and Aubree Chappell; brother Robert Haag.
His funeral service will be at 10:00 AM on Thursday, September 3, 2015 at the Arch L. Heady at Resthaven Chapel, 4400 Bardstown Road. Visitation will be on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 from 4-8 p.m at the funeral home.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Immanuel UCC; Lupus Foundation or the charity of your choice.
