Randa Renee Haak, 17, passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021, in Chamberlain, SD as a result of a tragic car accident that occurred just a mile away from her home. Randa was born on May 12, 2004, in Chamberlain, SD, to her parents Jerri Ann (Knippling) Haak and Garin Haak. She was her Grandpa Randy’s birthday buddy and namesake and was the oldest of five siblings in a loving ranch family.
In her early years, she spent her days at Grandma Susie’s house and was doted upon by everyone in the family. She was a true daddy’s girl and loved to make Garin’s favorite foods for him.
Like a typical ranch kid, Randa loved animals, fishing, hunting, and being outdoors with her family. She was a master organizer with many creative talents, and she spent countless hours in her room working on craft and engineering projects. She enjoyed her craft weekends with her Grandma Renee getting 4-H projects ready. Memories of hunting together will always be precious to her family, especially her many deer hunts with her parents. Her wit, honesty, and maturity were unique for someone her age. She was the best big sister and cousin and took care of everyone around her. In her short life, Randa learned a lot about the importance of serving others. She was about to start her senior year at Chamberlain High School. Randa was an excellent and busy student, participating in volleyball, track, softball, as well as being a dedicated basketball student manager. She was also involved in SD Girls State, FFA, 4H, and HOSA. She had a knack for making a great poster board and took pride in her work and accomplishments in those activities. She coached youth softball, basketball, and soccer. This last year, she started teaching CCD classes which ignited a love of education in her. Randa loved being a lifeguard and teaching swimming lessons. She was on her way home from the pool when she passed. She was a great role model for the youth she served and was loved by many kids in the community. Randa is survived by her parents: Jerri Ann and Garin her 4 younger siblings: Rayden, Jocie, Jera, and “best friend” Alesa her grandparents: Randy & Susie Knippling, Renee & Jerry Buck, and Deb and Dale Kopman Her Great Grandparents Jerry and Ardith Knippling and Lillian Koistinen her Aunts and Uncles: Regan Ciarlotta, Ryan (Carrie) Kysar, Darin (Sara)Kysar, Brydon (Liz) Haak, Raelyn (Daniel) Cichosz, Trenna (Jeff) Sarkinen, Shonell (Brandon) Dallum, Kristi (Ryan) Decker, Cole(Amy) Knippling, Sarah(Tyler) Daniel and by her many, many cousins. She was preceded in death by her Grandpa, Craig Haak and her great-grandparents Lois and Buster Deuter, Ray and Thelma Haak, Jerry and Lola LaJoure and Kathy Mederios, and Wilbur Koistinen. James Catholic Church Community Center on Friday, August 6, 2021, from 5:00-7:00 pm, with wake service and time for sharing of memories beginning at 7:00 pm in the church. A funeral mass will be held at the Chamberlain Armory at 10:00 am. The parents ask that in lieu of flowers, donations in Randa’s memory are made to this scholarship fund.Here is Randa R Haak’s obituary.
Please accept Echovita’s sincere condolences. It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Randa R Haak of Gann Valley, South Dakota, born in Chamberlain, South Dakota, who passed away at the age of 17, on August 1, 2021.
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