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John GUTZMAN Obituary

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa & Great-grandpa Age 78 , of South St. Paul, on October 28, 2012. Preceded in death by infant daughter Carletta, brother Ronald & sister Carole Yunker. Survived by wife Joan; children Jody (Rick) Jones, Patty (George) Cusack, Jack (Deb), Rick & Andy; grandchildren David, Rob, Erica, Angela, Tyler, Ashley, Joseph, Courtney, Haley, Brianna, Grace, Madison, Nathan and Taylor; sisters Dorothy Norton & Mary McCorkel. Also survived by 7 great-grandchildren, many nieces & nephews. John was retired 34 year SSP Police Officer. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 11:30 a.m. at ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 408 3rd Street North @ 4th Avenue North, SSP. Visitation Thursday 4-8:00 p.m. at KANDT & TETRICK FUNERAL HOME, 140 8th Avenue North, SSP. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.



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Published by Pioneer Press from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2012.

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Ralph Wiggum

January 26, 2021

God bless you, Mr. Gutzman. You were one heck of a guy - the world is sadder that you're no longer in it.

Ret. Sgt Bruce Claussen

November 5, 2012

Gutzman Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Having to know John years back I am sure you have numerous happy memories of him and smiles appear on your face when you think of him. It sure happens to me. Back in late 70's early 80's I was on the SSP Police reserves. I rode a few times with John "SGT Gutzman" and worked a few nights in the reserve squad when he was on. Let's say that by knowing him and taking direction from him during these years, I contribute my 25 unblemished years with the No. St. Paul Police Dept. to him. He was a great mentor, Officer and person as I know he was a husband, father, grand pa, etc. May you find peace during this time.

George Tourville

November 2, 2012

John was a good SSP Police officer and I enjoyed working with him while at Divine Redeemer Ambulance Service. Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends. George Tourville

Billee Jo Hall

November 2, 2012

I am sorry to hear about John's passing. He was a good friend to my Dad through the years, and I know my Dad actually took it pretty hard. He is 84 now and feels that all of his close friends have now passed on to the other side. John was a good man, who made people laugh and will be missed by many I am sure. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Billee Jo Hall (Nelson) daughter of Jack Nelson and Billee Rose.

November 1, 2012

jOAN CAN'T FIND YESTERDAY'S MESSAGE SO WILL ONCE AGAIN SAY HOW SORRY IT WAS TO HEAR OF JOHN'S PASSING MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND THE FAMILY.EARL(FUZZY)NIES FT MYERS,FL

Cheryl & Bruce York

November 1, 2012

Jody, Rick and Family, Very sorry to hear about your fathers passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficul time. God Bless you.

Ashley Gutzman

November 1, 2012

Love and miss you Papa, so very much.

October 31, 2012

Auntie Joanie and family, Sending you prayers and love. Uncle Johnny will be missed by so many people. He touched so many families and was a true asset to SSP. He always had a joke or two to tell, he would give guidance if we wanted it or not and so much love and time for family and friends. I wonder, Booya or Spinach pies in Heaven?? love and hugs. Deni, Larry and family.

Sharon Ballis

October 31, 2012

Patty and Family-
I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Know he is in a better place and not suffering. Hang on to all your fond memories as you get thru this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Tyler

October 31, 2012

I miss you Grandpa. I think I'll always wish we had more time with you, but I know you're in a better place now and you're watching over us all. Love you.

October 31, 2012

WEJOAN AND CHILDREN IT IS WITH GREAT SADNESS THAT I FOUND OUT OF JOHNS PASSING yOU CAN REST ASSURED THAT HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE.WE SHARED ALOT OF GOOD TIMES. I AM HERE IN FL. i WILL BE ABLE TO ATTEND PRAYERS FOR YOU "FUZZY"

Cindy Stevenson

October 31, 2012

Patty, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this heartbreaking time.

Erica D.

October 31, 2012

Love you with all my heart grandpa, and you will be missed tremendously. Glad you are with your mom,and other family, now, & at peace!

Chuck & Paula, Danny, Tommy & Beth Dutton

October 31, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers, many great memories from when we lived in South St. Paul. God bless!!

October 31, 2012

I love you so much Grandpa!

Tom and Ruth King

October 31, 2012

We have many, good memories of this fine man who helped so many others in his life. John will be missed by many. Our sympathies and prayers to all the family.

October 31, 2012

Dear Auntie Joanie and family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle Johnny is with so many of our loved ones now. They must be so happy to see him, even as we are so sad for his loss. God Bless and love to you all. Renee

October 31, 2012

Dear Auntie Joanie and family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle Johnny is with so many of our loved ones now. I'm sure they are happy to see him, even as we are so sad to see him go. God Bless you all. Love, Renee

Deb Ambright

October 31, 2012

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

Deb Ambright

October 31, 2012

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

Rod & Bev Boyd

October 31, 2012

Please accept our deepest sympathies in your loss..

October 31, 2012

R.I.P. Mr Gutzman. S.S.P. was lucky to have you.

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