Matthew E. Haake, 44, a resident of Blue Springs, MO passed away peacefully Thursday, July 1, 2021 at his home. He was born January 14, 1977 to Walter “Ed” Jr. and Patricia (O’Donnell) Haake in Independence, MO.
Matthew is a 1995 graduate from Lawrence High School. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy. Matthew was united in marriage to Nga Chau on March 23, 1997 in Lawrence, KS. Matthew worked as an industrial mechanic for Goodyear Tire in Topeka from 1997-2014, and later the Ford Motor Company in Claycomo, MO from 2014-2021. He enjoyed woodworking and being with his family and friends especially his two boys Ethan and Evan.
Survived by his wife, Nga Chau-Haake of Blue Springs, MO; sons, Ethan and Evan Haake of Blue Springs, MO; mother, Patricia Haake of Independence, MO; adopted children, Phung Chau Fisher and husband Scott of Colorado, Loan Chau of Kansas, My Chau Luu and husband Quang of Missouri, Thanh Chieu of Lawrence, KS; sister, Michelle Haake of Independence, MO; brother, Marshall Haake of Lawrence, KS; niece, Selina Jenkins. Matthew is preceded in death by his father, Walter Ed. Haake Jr.
Matthew will be cremated per his wishes. A private family inurnment will take place at a later time in Stillwell, KS. Arrangements have been entrusted to Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs, MO. Memories of Matthew and words of comfort for his family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
I’ll always remember that sweet little face smiling as he blew out his candles on his 2nd birthday. An adorable little boy who ran up to me with a hug whenever I came to visit
Thank you Matthew for serving our country in the UNITED STATES NAVY. Because of your service to our country; we can all enjoy our freedom and peace.
EACH AND EVERY ONE OF OUR VETERANS ARE OUR COUNTRY’S VERY SPECIAL HEROES AND THEY WILL ALL HAVE A VERY SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART FOREVER.
God bless you Matthew for serving our country with”LOVE; PRIDE AND HONOR”. Thank you for your sacrifices you have made for our country; for me and all the rest of us.
You rest now in heaven with God and the Angels and with all the other Veterans who have served our country.
I never got the chance to meet you Matthew. However I’ve met your amazing wife in ford medical. She told me stories about you guys and about your cancer. She also saved me from bleeding out. I’m forever grateful. Fly high brother.
Nga I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending you strength and lots of love during this difficult time. ❤
Rest in Peace, Matt. I have been proud to call you my friend!
Matt was my union brother and friend. He was an awesome person. Gonna miss those talks at work. May not have felt the best most days; but he would let you know that his sons were priority over cancer. He will be missed, but no more pain! My condolences to his family. 😭
Oh Nga. Oh bless you guys. Oh Matt was so wonderful. I’m in tears reading this. All the little things he would do. That wonderful cheese dip he brought that one new year’s eve we were stuck at work. If you need anything love, let me know
Nga, my love and healing thoughts reach out to you and the family. Even separated by distance or time I love you all. Wish I could be there for you.
Hired at Ford same day as Matt. Enjoyed going to lunch and talking, working with him. Condolences to his family. Rest in peace Matt.
Dear Matt, you have now joined our Lord God in Heaven as well as your Dad in heaven and all your grandparents. You will have no more pain now. I was not close to you but was so impressed by you on the few occasions I was able to visit with you. I feel that I knew you through talking with your Mom about you. My prayers go out to all your family during this time of deep loss. May all the wonderful memories of you carry them through. May God bless you and rest in peace dear Matt.
I salute another Haake who chose to serve our great country in uniform. RiP