Hauge v. Rikkers

WUEST, Justice.

Susan Rikkers (a/k/a Susan Hauge) appeals from the circuit court’s order that her two youngest children remain in the custody of their natural father, Susan’s first husband. We reverse and remand for findings of fact to support the court’s order.

James and Susan Hauge were married on June 1, 1971. They had three children: Ashley, born November 8, 1971; Amy, born November 21, 1976; and Andrea, born March 27, 1983. The couple’s marriage deteriorated, and in July 1987, upon the advice of a counselor, the parties attempted a trial separation. Differences remained irreconcilable and…