Photo courtesy of Hamlin-Hansen-Kosloski Funeral Home - Moose Lake
Moose Lake, Minnesota
Jun 22, 1943 – May 7, 2021 (Age 77)
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Dean Gordon Paulson, 77, Moose Lake, MN, died peacefully surrounded by his family at Minnesota Veterans Home - Silver Bay, on Friday, May 7, 2021. He was born on June 22nd, 1943 in Moose Lake to Gordon and Dagny Paulson.
Dean graduated from Moose Lake High School in 1961. He enlisted in the United States Army shortly thereafter, serving honorably from 1961 – 1964 in Berlin during the Cold War. He worked for the Brooklyn Park, MN Police Department for one year before attending the Minnesota State Patrol Academy in 1966, graduating first in his class. Dean retired from the MN State Patrol in 1998 after over 32 years of service. He also served in the 148th National Guard Unit in Minnesota and retired after 30 + years. In between those duties, Dean also worked with the Moose Lake Police Department for a few years.
He was a proud member of the Moose Lake American Legion Post #379 and served on the Moose Lake Township for 35 years as a supervisor. Dean was an Executive Director of the Moose Lake Chamber of Commerce for 10 years, served on the Moose Lake Area Historical Society Board as well, as the Moose Lake Kiwanis Club and donated many hours of volunteer work there. He will be remembered by many for his jokes. Dean loved history, genealogy, traveling, playing cards, golfing, watching sports, hunting, and the winters he spent in Arizona. More than anything, Dean loved his family and was extremely proud of each of his children.
Dean was preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Dagny; brother-in-law, Erv Clemons; granddaughter, Ashley Edberg; and parents-in-law, Dick and Jan Summers.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, Susan; children, Deanine (Pat) Mann, Brent (Chris) Paulson, and Sara Paulson; step-daughters, Ashley and Karley Rentz; grandchildren, Rachel, Erin, Kindra, and Philip; sisters, Norma Nelson and Bev Clemons; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and great friends.
Dean’s Family wishes to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” to the staff at Minnesota Veteran’s Home in Silver Bay for the great care that Dean received.
A visitation will be held from 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM, on Sunday May 16, 2021 in Hope Lutheran Church, Moose Lake. A visitation will be held again from 12:00 PM until the 1:00 PM Memorial Service on Monday May 17, 2021 in Hope Lutheran Church. Military Honors will be accorded. Inurnment will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Moose Lake. Memorials are preferred to the Moose Lake Historical Society Kitchen Fund.
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So sorry to learn of the passing of Dean. He was a good friend during high school and after graduation. He sold me the WINNING ticket for the lottery every year. He will be missed not only by his family and friends, but by the entire Moose Lake community. We are sorry for your loss.
Ron & Sharon Buetow
May 17, 2021 | Sturgeon Lake, MN | Friend
Dean’s passing means a great loss to friends, family and community and you have my sympathy. He was a friend to all who knew him and may he Rest In Peace.
Roxanne Newbloom
May 16, 2021 | Friend
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Dean. I remember always hanging out at his house with Brent and the gang during high school. He put up with our shenanigans with a sly smile, always having us chop fire wood out back if we caused too much trouble. He will be missed. God bless you and your family.
Eric and Beth Sagvold
May 11, 2021 | Eagan, MN | Friend
To all of Dean's family I am sorry to hear of your loss.. Dean was always good for laugh or a story. I appreciated getting to know him during my time in Moose Lake. May all of you find peace in your treasured memories of him.
Phil Jensen
May 10, 2021 | Ottertail, MN | Friend
Susan, Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Dean was a great guy! ❤❤
Myron & Judy Wilson
May 10, 2021 | Coworker
I am so so very sorry for your loss. Dean was a great guy amd will be missed by many. So glad he was surrounded by those who lived him. Thoughts prayers and virtual hugs are with all of you.
Cara Keinanen
May 09, 2021 | Moose Lake, MN | Acquaintance
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
You are in our thoughts and prayers throughout this most difficult time.
With deepest sympathies,
Lance and Lori, Olson
May 09, 2021 | Kettle River, MN | Family
So sorry for your loss!! Dean was quite the people person-always up for a good laugh and friendly conversation. He was a good person and will be missed by many! RIP Dean!
Karen Mikrot
May 09, 2021 | STURGEON LAKE, MN | Friend
Good bye to a great friend to me and my family. Sadly missed.
Vichorek’s
May 09, 2021 | Moose Lake, MN | Friend
