Michael J. Haney

Michael John Haney, 72, of Grapeland, Texas passed away on June 23, 2018.   Michael was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on November 9, 1945.

Michael and Dorene were married January 7, 1984 and were married for 34 years.  Michael enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving his first two years as a radio tech on a nuclear powered submarine, the U.S.S. Sunfish, and ending his naval career on the U.S.S. Columbus (CG-12) as a radioman with top secret clearance.  He ended his working career as a cable splicer for AT&T.

Michael was an avid sportsman, spending as much time as possible hunting and fishing.  He particularly enjoyed introducing the younger generation to the pleasures of outdoor sports.

Michael was a member of the First Marine Division Association, Devil Dog Chapter, Lee County Wildlife Association, B.A.S.S., the National Rifle Association and various other organizations.

He was a great friend to have, his motto being "If you want to have a friend, you have to be a friend."

He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Dorene Haney; daughters, Michelle Favors & husband Mark, Kim Corbran & husband Wally, Rebecca Lowe, Sharon Broughton; brothers, Dennis Haney & wife Shirley, Darrell Haney & wife Vicki, Randy Haney, Todd Haney & wife Joni; sisters, Donna McDowell, Suzan Roberts & husband Mike; ten grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces & nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Mary Ann and Wadell Lee Haney; his daughter, Tracy Lee Engle, brother-in-law, Jim McDowell; and a sister-in-law, Paula Haney.

Services will be held on Friday, June 29, 2018 in the Chapel of Beresford Funeral Service.  Visitation begins at 10:30 am, and the funeral will start at 12:30 pm.   Interment will follow at 2:15 pm at the Houston National Cemetery (10410 Veterans Memorial Drive).