Obituary of Louis Edward Haberstich

Louis E. Haberstich December 15, 2011 Louis E. Haberstich, 60, of Luzerne passed away Thursday, December 15, 2011 at home surrounded by his family. Louis was born on June 21,1951 in Manhattan, New York. He was the son of the late Rudolph and Rebecca Prentiss Haberstich of Kingston. Louis was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West high school and Luzerne County Community College. He was formerly employed by Proctor & Gamble for 26 years. Louis was an United States Amy Veteran during the Vietnam conflict. Louis was a member of the Swoyersville American Legion. He was a life member of the National Rifle Association and was an avid pistol shooter who enjoyed pistol shooting at the range. He enjoyed the outdoors and was a faithful Dallas Cowboys fan. He truly enjoyed spending time with his two granddaughters. They were the joy of his life. Louis will be sadly missed by everyone that had the opportunity to know him. He was a kind and giving man and would help anyone. He is survived by his wife, Terri of 39 years and they would have celebrated their 40th anniversary on December 18th. Daughters, Melanie Bigus and her husband Russell of Lopez, Pa and Mindy Froncek and her husband Thomas of Richmond, VA; Grandchildren Alexis & Piper. In addition brothers, David Broden and wife Fran of Plymouth; Arthur Haberstich of Kingston and sister Helen Haberstich of Kingston. A private funeral for Louis family will be held Chapel Lawn Memorial Park, Dallas. Arrangement has been entrusted to the Betz-Jastremski Funeral Home, Inc. 568 Bennett St. Luzerne. There will be no viewing hours. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Louis' name to The Geisinger Henry Cancer Center, in Plains Township. To light a virtual candle or leave a message of condolence for his family, please visit www.betzjastremski.com.