John Warren Hauch

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Warren Hauch, age 88 of Haledon, NJ.

John passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 1, 2024 while receiving the loving care of his family.  John was born in Marquette, MI and was one of two children to Arletta Hallada.  John’s family moved to Manitowoc, WI where he attended Lincoln High School.  While a student at Lincoln High School, John excelled in academics and was a proud member of the school’s prestigious honor society. 

Following his graduation from Lincoln High School in 1953, John, a compassionate and introspective individual, embarked on a spiritual journey at Jordon Seminary School in Wisconsin . Immersed in the academic and spiritual teachings, he dove deep into the teachings of theology. However, as time passed, John realized that the path of priesthood was not his calling. Despite his profound respect for the institution, he made the difficult decision to depart from Jordon Seminary School, seeking a different direction for his life's purpose.

John enrolled at Loyola University in Chicago, IL where he was a proud member of Phi Beta Kappa.  In 1960 John earned his Bachelor’s Degree and immediately enrolled in Loyola University’s graduate studies program, eventually earning his Master’s Degree in 1964.  Later John was admitted to Northwestern University in Evanston, IL for study towards a Doctorate in Philosophy.  

John was named the Area Director of the Great Books Foundation in Chicago and held this position for over seven years.  The mission of the Great Books Foundation is to advance the critical, reflective thinking and social and civic engagement of people of all ages through Shared Inquiry and discussion of works and ideas of enduring value.  John proved his services well with the foundation and was promoted to the position of Regional Leader of the NJ Great Books Foundation.  

For the next seven years John honed his expertise as a business trainer within the banking industry, working for Thomas Blodgett Associates. With a keen eye for strategy and a knack for communication, he excelled in empowering teams to reach their full potential. Drawing upon his years of experience and a passion for mentorship, John embarked on a new chapter in his career journey. Fueled by a desire to make a broader impact in the industry, he founded Selling Points Inc. With innovative techniques and a commitment to excellence, John’s company quickly gained recognition in the training industry. John owned and operated Selling Points Inc for more than thirty-five years until his retirement in 2016.

In 1960, while a student at Loyola University in Chicago, John met his future wife, Maureen Fitzpatrick.  On November 18, 1961 John and Maureen exchanged wedding vows in St Leo’s Church in Chicago. They settled in Evanston, IL and lived there until 1966.  While residing in Evanston, the couple welcomed the births of their first three children, John, Jeannette, and Paul.  The family moved to Waldwick, NJ in 1966 where they welcomed their next two children Carl, and Yvonne.  The family stayed in Waldwick until 1993 when they moved to Haledon, where they have been ever since. 

John was involved in many activities and had many interests.  While in Waldwick, John was a board member of the Waldwick Library for a great number of years.  One of John’s early past times was waterskiing, and in 1959 he was appointed the president of the Chicagoland Water Ski Association.  The Chicagoland Water Ski Association (CWSA) was renowned for putting on elaborate water ski shows on Lake Michigan for Mayor Daly's Venetian nights.  John loved music: everything from classical to Bruce Springsteen to Bob Dylan

John enjoyed photography. He enjoyed being the unofficial family photographer at all events was able to capture wonderful candid moments that helps us never forget the happy times together.  John was also an avid fan of both the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Cubs, proudly cheering them on when he had a chance.

John had a great love for his family.  He cherished spending time with his children and grandchildren.  He and his wife were parishioners of Our Lady of the Valley Church in Wayne for many years.  Tragedy struck the lives of his family in 2007 when his beloved daughter Jeannette Kline passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. 

John was quiet, introspective, and generous.  He loved his family deeply.   He touched the lives of everyone he knew and will be sincerely missed by his family and friends.

John is survived by his wife Maureen (nee Fitzpatrick) of Haledon, NJ, his three sons John Hauch of Matawan, NJ, Paul Hauch and his wife Renee of New Hope, PA, and Carl Hauch and his wife Maria of Highlands Ranch, CO, one daughter Yvonne Hansen and her husband Erik of Randolph, NJ, eight grandchildren; Brian Hauch of Washington D.C., Isabella Hauch of Highlands Ranch, CO, Kelly Hauch of Beaufort, SC, Nicole Hauch of Birmingham, AL, Dylan Hauch of Highlands Ranch, CO, Cassandra Hauch of Highlands Ranch, CO, Jake Hansen of Randolph, NJ, and Lauren Hansen of Randolph, NJ.  John was predeceased by his daughter Jeannette Kline (2007), and by his brother Dennis Hauch.

The family asks in lieu of flowers a donation can be made to NAMA, National Alliance on Mental Illness