Esch, Heinz G. age 77, of Elk River, passed away November 4, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. Heinz moved from Germany to the United States in 1954, where he spent most of his years teaching at Anoka Technical College. Survived by wife, Ellen; daughter, Carol Eckelberg; sons, Norm and Ron (Dayna) Esch; grandchildren, Annie Eckelberg, Nick and Danielle Esch, Jaryd and Lindsey Esch; step-grandson, Dylan McConnell; sisters, Helmy Wagner and Anneliese Wagner. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Thursday, November 6, 2008 at St. William's Church, 6120 NE 5th St., Fridley (763-571-4600). Visitation 5-8 PM Wednesday at the Miller Funeral Home, 6210 NE Hwy 65, Fridley and in church Thursday 1 hour prior to service. Interment 1:30 PM Thursday Morningside Memorial Gardens. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers. Miller Funeral Home Fridley Chapel 763-571-1300
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
my parents enjoyed the company of heinz and ellen as much as their kids, i swear. my dad loved heinz, and talked of him often. thanks for being such wonderful people. our condolences and love go to the family.
bobbie low, daughter of dick and bernette.
Barbara Pierce
November 10, 2008 | San Clemente, CA
Family of Heinz,
I worked with Heinz at the Anoka Technical School for many years.
The first time meeting him, what a lovely and kind gentleman he was.
I will always have fond memories of him and his wonderful smile and great spirit. He was an awesome instructor and great man to know.
Blessings to his wife and family.
Charlotte Cordes
November 10, 2008 | Sherburn, MN
Ellen,
I remember working with you @ Dayton's. Sorry for your loss.
Elaine Cameron
November 08, 2008 | Brooklyn Center, MN
Ellen- I made you a picture because I thought it might cheer you up a little.
I really liked him. He was really nice.
I love Heinz.
Love, Ethan Raivala (your neighbor's oldest grandson)
Ethan Raivala
November 06, 2008 | Otsego, MN
Carol~
I'm sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. My hope for you is to remember the good memories and your sense of humor to heal. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Schroer
November 06, 2008 | Delano, MN
I am so sad to hear of your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Joan Fredericks
November 06, 2008 | Bloomington, MN
To the Esch Family;
I am sad to hear of the passing of Heinz. As a student of Heinz in the late 70's I can easily say he was the most influential teacher I ever had. The breadth of his teachings is enormous across our state and has helped me every day in running Toolkraft Inc. here in Fridley. His stedfast craftsmanship was passed to many students over many years. We also had a heck of alot of fun with Heinz while learning at the same time. I can see him now driving the BMW motorcycle at a...
Roger Zbikowski
November 05, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN
We remember so many good times in Fridley all those years ago - even the tornado brings some memories of good times. Please know that all of your family is in our thoughts and prayers--Arnie and Peg Kuhnly
Peg Kuhnly
November 05, 2008 | Hot Springs Village, AR
I am sorry to about your loss. Heinz was my teacher at Anoka TEC in 1973 and would often tour Thomas Engineering Company, where I work. I learned a lot from Heinz and will miss him.
Tim Aberwald
November 05, 2008 | Anoka, MN
