Harry Michael Haney

Harry Michael Haney, 75, of Sandia Park, New Mexico, passed away on March 12th, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Michael, as he preferred to be called, was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, on November 26, 1949, to Herman Herbert Haney and Mary Ann Schepp. At the age of 17, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving with distinction in Vietnam, where he was awarded three decorative medals before being honorably discharged in 1969.

Michael wanted to be closer to family, including his mother Mary Ann and started to make a life in Minnesota in the early 70’s.

Michael married Lynn Wies and together they had a daughter, Rachel Wies Shereck born in 1973. Later, he remarried Pamela Koenig, and they had two sons, Jason and Michael, and a daughter, Naomi.

Over the years, Michael held many careers, from homesteader and preacher to dog breeder, truck driver, and carnival extraordinaire. He had a true gypsy soul, always following his passions wherever they led. Michael was a larger-than-life personality and the ultimate cheerleader for everyone he loved. He deeply valued family, and they were his world. His love for German Shepherds, Jim Beam, fishing, gardening, old westerns, and spicy food was only outshined by his devotion to his loved ones.

Michael is survived by his children, Jason Haney, wife Amanda Broberg and Naomi Houston, husband Jeremy Houston; his seven grandchildren, Rai Linn Clark Long, Isabella Houston, Mikayela Haney, Jack Houston, Cooper Haney, Jayce Haney, and his two great-grandchildren, Lillee and Rylee.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, his beloved son Michael Haney, and his grandson Joshua Haney.

Michael’s passing leaves a void that will be felt by all who knew him. He will be remembered for his warmth, generosity, and the indelible mark he left on the hearts of those who loved him.