Carl H. Weisser

Weisser, Carl H. 83, of Spring Park MN, left this world Saturday, October 4, 2008 after a long courageous battle with several health issues. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas, his mother, Viola, his loving wife, Sonja and sister Ingrid. Carl was born in Bergen, Norway and served in the army as an MP. After the birth of their first son, the family moved to Bismarck North Dakota in 1950. There, they started a new life in the US. Carl worked for The Gold Seal Company and then later started his first upholstery business. He continued in the furniture business most of his life, running several upholstery shops and later opening "Carl's Furniture Barn". His slogan, "You can't beat a deal like that!" was heard on the airwaves for years. Carl and Sonja moved to Minneapolis in 1989, where 2 of their children lived. There, Carl continued limited work in the furniture business and writing a book on his experiences in the war in Norway. The lakes of Minnesota helped to rekindle his love for boating. He spent as much time as he could, working on and motoring his 28'1955 Chris Craft on the Mississippi River and Lake Minnetonka. He was an active member and a past board member of the Bob Speltz Land-O-Lakes chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Club, participating in many boat shows, cruises and other events. Carl's charisma and charm was unmatched, and made him a friend to all. He will be missed by many. He is survived by his children, Thomas Weisser, (Greta), Karen Andrews, (Chris), Susan Mitchell, (William), and Dean Weisser; grandchildren, Jason, Leah, Sarah, Kristy, Jennifer, Stacy, C. J. and great-grandchild Sonja. Services will be held Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 1pm at Presbyterian Homes Court West Atrium on Lake Minnetonka, 4527 Shoreline Drive, Spring Park, MN 55384. Gearty-Delmore 763-537-4511
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.