Steven "Poppy" Haas

BUFFALO, IN – Steven “Poppy” Haas, age 74, of Buffalo, IN and formerly of St. Petersburg, FL, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023. He was born in Valparaiso on October 15, 1949 to Warren Fred Haas and Virginia (Filer) Haas. He graduated from Warren Central High School in 1967. Steven went to Ball State University where he received his bachelor’s degree in 1971 and his master’s degree in 1972 in education. He began his 35 yearlong teaching career at IPS #54 as a 5th grade teacher. Mr. Haas then began working for Warren Township School District at Moorehead Elementary School. He retired in 2002 from Raymond Park Middle School, where he taught 6th and 7th grade science. Steven was a member of Buffalo Christian Church and Warren Township Teacher’s Union. He was a past President of Clauderay Bay and enjoyed golfing, cooking and going to garage sales. Steven was an avid IU sports fan and enjoyed watching TV, especially Cartoon Network. Most of all, he loved to spend time with his family. Poppy is survived by his loving family including his children, Jennifer Kaiser (James “Pace” Glover) of Greenfield, Kimberly Tenholder (Brian) of Greenfield and Kristin Oliphant (Michael) of Mooresville; grandchildren, Joseph Kaiser, Kylie Burgher (Henry), Haley Kaiser, Caleb Oliphant, Andrew Oliphant and Zachary Oliphant; great-granddaughter, Sophia Burgher; former wife, Barbara Haas of Greenfield; brother, Robert Haas (Donna) of Greenfield; sister, Judy Dildine (Walter) of Franklin; and his many friends in the Clauderay Bay community. He was preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Virginia; brother, David Haas; and son-in-law, Wesley Kaiser. A Celebration of Steven’s Life will be held on a later date in Buffalo, Indiana. Final resting place will be at Hebron Cemetery in Hebron, Indiana. Arrangements are being handled by Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory in Greenfield. The family would like to extend their utmost gratitude to the doctor and staff at AMG Specialty Hospital for the excellent care and comfort they provided during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Franciscan Health Foundation, ATTN: Pulmonary Rehabilitation Fund-Better Breathers Club, 8778 Madison Ave, Suite 100 Indianapolis Indiana 46227. Friends may share a memory or condolence at www.erleweinmortuary.com.

Steven "Poppy" Haas

October 15, 1949 - November 1, 2023