Gene "Bud" M. Haugle, 79, of Chippewa Falls, died Saturday, May 4, 2024 at his residence. Gene Haugle served in the US Air Force for 22 1/2 years and retired as Tsgt. He is survived by his son, Sven I. Haugle; his oldest brother, Gordon E. Haugli (Cora) and several nephews and nieces. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Evergreen Cemetery, Colfax, WI. Military Honors will be conducted by Russell-Toycen American Legion Post 131. Sampson Funeral Home, Colfax is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared at www.sampsonfuneralhome.com