NEW PALTZ: Leo Haas, 82, a New Paltz resident since 1985, died June 7, in the Hudson Valley Nursing Home after a short illness. He had previously resided in New York City and before his retirement had been employed as a chef. He emigrated to the United States from Germany in 1937 and the next year brought his family to New York. His survivors include his wife Minna, sister Erna, son Kurt, daughter-in-law Adelaide, and two grandchildren, Ruth and Joseph. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. at Congregation Ahavath Achim. 8 Church Street, New Paltz on Sunday, June 15. June 11, 1986 from the New Paltz News