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Michael Reiling Obituary

Age 62 Mendota Heights, MN Passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 17, 2012. Born March 23, 1949 in St. Paul, MN. President of Fredrikson Healthcare Consulting, he loved his work and mentoring others. He was proud of his family, had a passion for food and cooking, enjoyed entertaining, decorating, gardening and travel. He was known for his sense of style and humor. Preceded in death by his father, mother, and younger brother. He is survived by his best friend and spouse, Linda; daughters, Jacqueline (Frederic) Manning, Joanna (Justice) Lindell; precious grandchildren, Viola Elnora and Justice Oliver Lindell; devoted dog, Nora; and brothers, Gerald and Timothy Reiling and their families. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Visitation Friday, January 20th 4-8pm at Willwerscheid Funeral Home 1167 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN. Funeral Saturday, January 21st 11am at Church of the Assumption 51 W 7th Street, St. Paul, MN, visitation one hour prior. Willwerscheid Funeral Home 651-228-1006

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Published by Pioneer Press from Jan. 18 to Jan. 19, 2012.

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Edward Nash

January 16, 2025

We will always remember Michaels Wonderful Smile when My Wife and i Arrive at the Westin St. John. God Bless Michael and his Family. Ed @ Joanne Nash.

Edward Nash

January 12, 2024

We will always remember all of the Great Times we had with Michael At the Westin St. John USVI. Ed @ Joanne Nash.

Edward Nash

January 12, 2023

WE will always remember on the date of his passing. Over the past years we will remember those Wonderful times we spent with Linda and Michael at St John USVI. God Bless His Family. Ed @ Joanne Nash.

Joe Turk

January 12, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Max Kull

March 1, 2012

I was a high school classmate of Mike's. We didn't usually run in the same circles but we had classes together and I knew and liked him. I remember him always having a smile on his face. Very sorry to hear the news.

Julie Zander

February 2, 2012

Dear Linda,
I was so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. I have many great memories of you and him so happy together. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Julie Zander

Phyllis Salmen

January 27, 2012

Linda and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Michaels passing. You are in my thoughts and I hope his memory brings you comfort.
Phyllis Salmen

Mary Wade

January 21, 2012

Dear Linda and family, words cannot express my sorrow at the passing of Michael. He was a great mentor, super to work with and just an all around grand guy. My heart goes out to all of you and you are in my prayers.

Esti Koen

January 21, 2012

Dear Linda -
MIchael once graced our book club with his presence, in the early days, at your old house. He did make quite an impression with his humor and comments. My heart goes out to you. May you always find comfort in his memory.

Bob/Nancy Donnelly/Koo

January 21, 2012

This warm and wonderful man greeted us so graciously when we became neighbors 18 months ago. We will miss his smile and his cheerful neighborliness. We will continue to love his gardens.

January 21, 2012

Linda and Family,

I have known Michael for 30 years or so as a healthcare colleague. I always looked forward to working with him with clients and on projects. He was a friend and expert advisor. I, as well as many others, will miss him very much. My prayers are with you.

Gary Van House, St. Louis, MO

January 20, 2012

Dear Linda,
We were deeply saddened to hear about Michael's passing. Our hearts go out to you.
Richard & Susan Peters (Raleigh, NC)

Mary Ellen Dercks

January 20, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was such a unique and enjoyable person to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Ellen Dercks

Edward-Joanne Nash

January 20, 2012

Dear Linda and family, we will miss Mike, his cooking, recipes, on our beach chairs, by the pool in St John. We will always remember him, you and all of our conversations. Love Ed and Joanne Nash.

Christine Pfeifer

January 19, 2012

Linda, Jackie and Joanna,
I had the great honor and pleasure of knowing working with Mike over the past 15 years. He was instrumental in my career, teaching me everything he knew about coding and compliance. I am deeply saddened by his loss as I am sure many other coders in the area are. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family he so loved and cherished. God Bless!

Candace Garry

January 19, 2012

Your dear Michael will be missed in our neighborhood, Linda. His sense of humor, style and many creative talents in the kitchen, home and garden inspired us all. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and the family during this very painful and shocking time. Please remember how much we care about you and stand ready to surround you with comfort, support and anything you need to get through your heartbreaking loss. Love and warm hugs to you and to Nora.

Pete & Sandy Abma

January 19, 2012

Dear Linda, We are so sorry to receive the news today of Michael's passing. We will be praying for you knowing this is an especially difficult and emotional time. It's been so long since we have contacted each other...please know we send you love, hugs and kisses from Canada.

Gary Ryba

January 19, 2012

Mike consulted for our organizaion. He was a very knowledgeable person in his profession and always had a smile and upbeat personality. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones.

January 19, 2012

We loved picking out different restaurants in St. John and St. Thomas. If they didn't serve bread, they didn't get a repeat visit. Michael especially frowned upon bringing a calculator to determine each couple's share of the bill. What's better...my Kindle or your Nook! Michael, your space at the "BIG POOL" will always have your towel on it! We love you and will miss you.

Barbara and Buck

Jan White

January 19, 2012

We send our sincere sympathy to Mike's family. He shared his coding expertise with our group in his unique and passionate way. He made us better. We will miss him.

Laurie Belman

January 19, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was an awesome mentor to me. His legacy of honesty, consistency, and great humor will live on in the people he has touched and educated over the years in his career.

Tamora Ellis

January 19, 2012

Michael was a part of our MN Gopher AAHAM family and will be missed greatly. Our hearts go out to you.

Roberta Collins

January 19, 2012

Mike had been a speaker for our MN AAHAM group on a number of occasions. I always left his presentations with a smile. He was such a great speaker and knew his topic so well and will be greatly missed in our industry.

Joe & Jan Turk

January 19, 2012

Our heart goes out to Linda and the entire family. We will miss Mike walking the dog in the neighborhood while having good conversation. May God bless his soul.

Dawn Fellows

January 18, 2012

I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. Your husband & father will be missed. I am so honored to have known him, worked closely with him and felt his presence in so many ways...always just a phone call away! Knowing him made me a better person. He loved you all so much, always evident and apparent...my thoughts and prayers will be with you in the weeks and months to come.

Becky Kramer

January 18, 2012

You are all in my heart during this difficult time. Mike had a significant impact on my coding career and I will never forget him or his stories. God Bless.

Robb and Tiffany Soleim

January 18, 2012

Linda, there are no words to properly express how saddened we are to hear of Michael's death. You are in my thoughts and prayers and know that we are here for you.

Lori Bray

January 18, 2012

Linda, Jackie & Joanna - My heart breaks for your loss. I can only hope that by keeping your memories close and knowing Michael loved each of you so very much, will help you through the days ahead. Love ya lots! Lori

January 18, 2012

Linda and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Reiling. I will remember his charm and wit as you two sat in those pedicure chairs side by side. His smile will be missed at the salon.
Much Love,
Michelle Christopherson and the staff at Blush Salon

Danielle Steele

January 18, 2012

My deepest sympathies to your entire family at this time. I have fond memories of working with Mike at Towers Perrin and having great gardening discussions. According to Mike, "The secret is to plant flowers closer together than it says to, because hey, who likes to look at dirt?!" He was a joyful, colorful, family-cherishing person who will be greatly missed.

Kathleen England

January 18, 2012

Linda, Jackie and Joanna I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you.

Michelle Ellis

January 18, 2012

He always provided valuable information when consulting for our clinic. I will miss his stories and his smiling face. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this very difficult time. God Bless

Lisa Capp

January 18, 2012

Linda, I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Michael's death. He will be greatly missed in the neighborhood. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Erin

January 18, 2012

Linda, my heart goes out to you, I am so sorry for your loss. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I am Happy to share with you and Mike that upon his request, I was able to make it out for pizza at Black sheep and it was awesome...its my new favorite. Thanks Mike...you will truly be missed!

January 18, 2012

January 18, 2012

We had known Michael for over three decades. Always entertaining, gracious and a great friend. Among his many attributes : devoted Father to his girls, loving husband, and a great lover of beauty all around. Our hearts are broken for Linda and his daughters. He left too soon . . .

Gail and Bruce Gilmore
St. Paul, Minnesota

Todd Hubbard

January 18, 2012

May God be with you in this time of great sorry.

Keith Govednik

January 18, 2012

Mike worked as a consultant for our medical clinic and was a wealth of information and just a wonderful person to talk to. He always made time for you and answered your questions in terms you could understand. He shared stories both work related and personal. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Anne Smith

January 18, 2012

There are no words to adequately express one's feelings at the loss of a dear friend and colleague like Mike. Our sincere sympathy to Linda, Jackie, Joanna, Fred, Justice, and of course Viola and Oliver and all of your extended family. Mike was so very proud of all of you and never stopped talking about you. He will be missed so much. Love and prayers, Anne & Mike

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