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Norbert Dockendorf Obituary
Sauk Rapids - Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 29, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids for Norbert A. Dockendorf, age 91, who passed away Wednesday at the St. Cloud Hospital. Bishop Donald Kettler, Rev. Ronald Dockendorf and Rev. Ralph Zimmerman along with other priests will concelebrate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the church and one hour prior to the services Monday also at the church. Sacred Heart Men's Club will pray at 7:00 p.m., followed by parish prayers at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids.
Norbert was born March 2, 1928 in Watkins to Albert & Minnie (Hesse) Dockendorf. He married Margaret Boeckers on September 23, 1952 in New Munich and they moved to Sauk Rapids after their marriage. Norbert was the janitor at Sacred Heart Church and School for over 40 years, retiring in 1993. He also was the gravedigger at Sacred Heart Cemetery from 1953-2009. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Men's Club, and Catholic Foresters. Norbert enjoyed fishing, polka dancing, gardening, playing cards, collecting cows and tractors, and spending time with family. He was friendly, had a good sense of humor and enjoyed visiting.
Survivors include his children, Father Ron of Swanville/Grey Eagle, Ben (Julie) of Sauk Rapids, Daniel of Sartell, Doris (Joe) Lancaster of Bay Port, Marian (Doug) Reek of St. Cloud, Mark of Sauk Rapids, and Steven of Sauk Rapids; sister and brother, Evelyn Hansen of Eden Valley and Ernie (Betty) Dockendorf of Watkins; daughter-in-law, Mary of Clearwater; 9 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Norbert was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Margaret on Sept. 1, 2013; son, David; brothers, Ervin and Clarence; and sisters, Viola Bischof, Suzette Krueger, and Eileen Hartung.
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Leslee (Schendzielos) Midas
April 27, 2019
I remember as a student at Sacred Heart School, Norb was my buddy. I would visit with him as he rang the church bells at noon. He was so kind to me and would even on occasion give me a candy bar! He made such an impression on me as a hard working, dependable, and caring man! He holds a special place in my heart! I am so saddened by his passing. Please accept my condolences and know that he has touched many lives!
RK
April 27, 2019
To the family and friends of Norbert Dockendorf: Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2
Rev. LeRoy Kieke
April 26, 2019
Ben & Julie, You have my deepest sympathy for your loss. May God bless you in this period of great sorrow.
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April 26, 2019
60 plus years later, I still remember his sweet disposition and hard work. A man of quiet integrity. Blessings to his family.
April 26, 2019
Mr Dockendorf always had a smile .and was always doing something. he was as much a fixture as sacred heart school and church. he let us kids help ring the church bell at noon if we were around. Mr Dockendorf was a bargin at any price.....
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