Of Farmington, Minnesota, died on March 18, 2020 at 52 years old.
Scott was born on December 2, 1967 in Caledonia to Don and Jann Haugen. He graduated from Rockford High School in 1986 where he was captain of the football and basketball teams, as well as the Homecoming king. Scott attended Mankato State University where he met the love of his life Cheryl. He later earned his Masters in Education Administration at Saint Mary’s. He married Cheryl Thomsen on August 3rd 1990. Scott taught elementary in the Farmington and Lakeville Public Schools for over 25 years and was recognized and admired by students and families.
Scott was an avid sportsman and loved the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and camping. He enjoyed sharing this passion with his sons. Scott was very involved in the community as well as his faith community at Farmington Lutheran Church. He loved Minnesota sports and attended many Gopher and Vikings games. He loved spending time with loved ones, especially his family. Family and friends will always remember him as a social butterfly. He is survived by his parents, sister Dawn, wife Cheryl, sons Mitch (Katie), Garrett, Brett, father-in-law Walt, mother-in-law Betty, sister-in-law Corinne (Jeff), brother-in-law Dan, as well as other family members. He is preceded in death by grandparents, nephew Matt, and dog Daisy.
The family would like to thank the community for their support during this time. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, family will be setting up memorial funds and donations to organizations in Scott’s honor.