Jesse Melvin Haugen (41-years old), resident of Cambridge, MN, passed away on May 18, 2024, in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area near Ely, MN. A memorial service will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Eagle Brook Church in Ham Lake, MN. A visitation will follow the service and continue until 5 PM at the church.
Jesse was born on March 1, 1983, in Fridley, MN to Maxine and Danny Haugen. He graduated from Blaine High School with the class of 2001. After graduation, Jesse joined the US Army Infantry Division proudly serving in Kuwait, Kosovo, and Iraq.
On August 8, 2009, he was united in marriage to Bethany Irene Lohse in Anoka, MN. The couple was blessed with a son, Isaac Melvin Haugen, born on July 16, 2015. Jesse was a proud father and husband. He owned and operated Rock Solid Plumbing which he started with his wife in 2011. Jesse enjoyed fishing, hunting, running, BMX racing and spending time with his wife and son. As a man of great faith, he graciously served his community and was an active youth leader at his church in Ham Lake, MN for over 15 years. Jesse will be remembered for his “Rock Solid” character, a man of profound integrity and his patriotic heart. He was respected, trustworthy and loved by all who had the privilege of meeting him.
Jesse is survived by his loving wife, Bethany Haugen; son, Isaac Haugen; parents, Maxine and Danny Haugen; brother, Samuel (Janette) Haugen and their children, Emily, and Zack; sister, Dana (Craig) Moore and their children, Angel, and Annah; along with his in-laws, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his uncle Randy Haugen and grandparents.
Love you, our dear Jesse!
Rock solid guy 🫶🏼 our condolences to Beth, Issac and entire families involved ❤️🙏🏼
With our deepest sympathies to Beth, Isaac and family. Jesse will be truly missed but he will be forever present in everyone’s hearts.
I am so sorry for your loss. Jesse was an amazing person! I knew him from Health and Healing Chiropractic when I worked there. His smile could light up a room. May God hold you and give you peace.
Been so many years but such great childhood memories. Praying for your whole FAMILY !
I was honored to work with Jesse and call him my friend. He will be forever missed and never forgotten. Love and prayers to Beth, Isaac and the Haugen family.
You were a hard working, God fearing, humble man whom I didn’t hear you complain about much of anything. You thought of other above yourself, loved and cared for Bethany and Isacc in such a way, big shoe to fill my friend. Honored to have known you.
Rest in peace brother. TIL Valhalla we shall meet again.
I feel very deeply sorry for your loss, a terrible tragedy and I hope your family can find peace and love in this time.
Bethany and Isaac, you are in my prayers. I am so sorry. Jesse is with Jesus and Jesus is with you guiding you thru this time.
By the way Bathany spoke of you I know you were an amazing man and although you’re in heaven in perfect peace your physical absence is felt deeply here. Continuing in prayer for the entire family. May Jesus wrap you in his arms.
Our deepest condolences go out to your family. Jessie is a great man and will be forever in our hearts.
Godspeed my friend!
Jesse you are a solid man with an amazing love for Christ, your adoring wife, and your precious little boy. You are one others look up too. I’m proud to have known you. Thank you for your service, friendship, and faithfulness. You will be greatly missed.
May your never ending smile continue to shine on your family Jesse. You were an amazing man and will live on in so many hearts.
Notwithstanding the fact that I haven’t spoken directly to Jesse in several years since Germany, my soul has been at half-mast, as he was a dear friend and wonderful person, but I am certain he smiles now from the Kingdom.
It’s been a long time since I ran around with the Lohse sisters and I was very sad to hear this news. I think every guy at St Francis had a crush on Bethany and when she met Jesse everyone knew they had been defeated haha. Heartfelt condolences from myself and my extended family. I won’t be able to attend the service but will be praying for the families throughout the day, and daily going forward. Peace be with you.
Very sorry for your loss! Jesse and I both subcontracted work for the same general contractor. He will be dearly missed!
Please, accept my condolences for your loss. May you find comfort knowing Jesse is at peace in Heaven, residing eternally with the other Blue Spaders who have preceded him; his spirit is being well cared for now.
Jesse was a great guy and he will be sorely missed. I had the pleasure of serving with him in Germany and Iraq. He played paintball with us (Sniper Section) a few times and was always smiling and happy. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends. May you rest in peace brother.
Jesse was a great guy and I am thankful that I knew him. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences to the family and those others who are impacted by this tragic loss. Rest in peace.
Jesse, you were one of the good ones. I hope you know how much you were loved and respected. I’m thankful for your friendship throughout high school and the years after. I’ll never forget the memories we shared and the kindness you showed me when my parents passed away. Rest in peace
Such great memories of picking up Jesse to go to BMX tracks with my son, Broc, and watching all their accomplishments and friendship over the years. Then reconnecting with Jesse as an adult. Such a fine man he was.
I am one of Jesse and Bethany’s midwives. I am heartbroken by this unbelievable tragedy. I am sending love to Bethany and Isaac, along with all the family and friends who loved this generous and hard-working man. Rest in the Peace of God’s Grace, Jesse.
Our heartfelt condolences to Bethany, Isaac, and the whole family. Jesse will be dearly missed and we were lucky to have known him and worked with him! Rest in peace Jesse.
Randy Ray Haugen would say JesseMan!
A good man he was. I always knew I could call him when I needed help.
He would say Auntie Kathy in the sweetest way. I’ll never forget.
I knew Jesse as a plumbing contractor. I did many inspections for him and his Rock Solid company.
The name says it all about his work and personality, at time of inspection the work would be done correctly and professionally and he always had a smile and a story to tell.
God’s blessings
My CONDOLENCES to the Jesse Haugen FAMILY. May YOU Rest In Peace BROther, R.I.P.
See you on the other side, Brotha.
Bethany I am praying over you and Isaac. Jesse was such an amazing man of God. I am thankful for Heaven and the comfort of Jesus. May He wrap His everlasting arms around you and be your peace.
I was saddened to hear of Jesse’s passing. Though we only briefly crossed paths in high school, I remember him as a kind person. It’s clear he was a beloved outdoorsman, a devoted husband, father, and a man of faith. His incredible spirit was evident in every aspect of his life, even in the way he passed. My condolences to his family during this difficult time.
Jesse,
Say hello to St. Peter and if you could please put a good word in for me. Rest easy brother and I’ll see you on the other side.
Jesse was a man of God. I enjoyed teaching Sunday school with Jesse at Horizons & he always had a smile for everyone. Bethany & Isaac my thoughts & prayers are with you. God’s peace & comfort.
To the Jesse Haugen family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jesse epitomized what it meant to serve, I loved seeing him on Wednesday nights for student ministries in Ham Lake. Because of him the lives of those kids have been brought closer to God and they will forever be changed. Well done Jesse, Well done.
I had the pleasure of serving along side Jesse in the same platoon as new privates. We served in Germany , Kosovo, and Iraq. He was an outstanding man and great friend. So sorry for your loss it’s truly heartbreaking to see such a young soul taken early. Our prayers are with you and your family. Till we meet again Brother Blue Spaders Lead The Way Till Valhalla my friend… RIP God Bless.
I’m so sorry to hear of the tragic loss of Jesse. I didn’t know Jesse, but I know and worked with his dad, Dan at Onan/Cummins. To your whole family, my wife and I send our deepest sympathies and know that Jesse will be well taken care of on the other side of life on earth. May Jesse have a great journey to heaven! RIP Jesse!
Thinking of you so much, Bethany, Isaac and extended family 💔Thoughts and prayers with you! We prayed much for you at our church prayer service last night❤🙏
So sorry for your loss 😢
Jesse is the best of the best. Will be greatly missed and loved. Serving with you in the armed forces was a great honor. Thank you for all your crazy jokes and love for life.