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Henry Pickelmann Obituary
Bay City, MI (formerly of Frankenmuth)
Henry passed away Sunday, August 30, 2015 at McLaren Bay Region Hospital in Bay City; age 68 years. Henry was born on June 27, 1947 in Saginaw, MI to the late Ed and Edna Pickelmann. He was married on June 24, 1972 in Chicago, to Janet Baacke; she survives him. Henry was employed at Trinity Lutheran School, Monitor, as a teacher and principal. He served on the Michigan District Board of Directors and the Valley Lutheran High School Board of the Directors. He was also the Lutheran World Relief Regional Coordinator for this area.
Surviving besides his wife, Janet, are a daughter, Jennifer (Jon) Krueger, and a son, Jon (Amie) Pickelmann; 4 grandsons: Brendan, Caleb, Aaron, and Troy; brothers: Gerhard (Patricia), Leon (Penny), and Wayne (Susan) Pickelmann; brother-in-law Elmer (Jodie) Baacke of Milwaukee.
Funeral services will take place on Friday, September 4, 2015. A prayer service will be held at 9:30 a.m. at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin St. with a memorial service following at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Monitor, 20 E. Salzburg Rd., Bay City, MI with the Rev. David Sherry officiating. Burial will immediately follow the prayer service at St. Lorenz Lutheran Cemetery with the Rev. C.W. Hoesman officiating. Henry?s family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:30 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to: Trinity Lutheran, Monitor, ?A Time to Build?; Valley Lutheran High School Instrumental Music Program; and St. Paul?s (Oconomowoc, WI) Partnership with the Dominican Republic Lutheran Mission.
September 28, 2015
To the Pickelmann family, especially Jan: We are so sorry for your loss. We were just talking to you & Henry after church that particular Sunday, this past summer 2015. That was the first time I had actually met your husband. He seemed such a wonderful, caring Christian man and husband. I would have loved to have taught under him as I am sure he was a caring principal & teacher as well. Full of love for the Lord and humble in his service to Him! God Bless you Jan, and your family. We were going to come to the funeral but an uncle on Ricky's side had a funeral the same day. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
~In Christian Love, Ricky & Krystal Himm
Jessica Foco (Heartland)
September 12, 2015
So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. It was a pleasure getting to know him for the short time I had with him. He could always put a smile on my face. Definitely going to miss him. Prayers to all of you!
Jennifer Marenich (Leahy)
September 7, 2015
So sorry to hear of your family's loss. So hard to fathom that it's been about 20 years already since he was my teacher at Trinity! no doubt he is in a great place now! Prayers for your entire family during these sad times. So hard for those left behind until reunited.
Susie and Pete Auerbach
September 5, 2015
To the Pickelmann family, esp. Gary & Pat, Wayne & Susan, Jon and family, and Jen and family: I was so saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your brother, father, and grandfather. I am not sure if I ever met him, but the Christian way he lived his life is reflected in all of you. He was a special oldest brother; he was a wonderful father to his kids, and a proud Grampa to his grandsons. His memory will live on in you, and you can carry on his loving Christian attitude in all you do. I had hoped to see all of you in person, but sending a big hug, along with our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. He can now rejoice with his Savior in Heaven.
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Barb & Harold Scharrer
September 4, 2015
Our prayers and sympathy are extended to all of you during this time of sadness. I will always remember hoeing with you boys when your dad worked our farm.
Barb & Harold Scharrer
September 4, 2015
Our sympathy and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. I will always remember hoeing with you boys when your dad worked our farm.
September 4, 2015
Dear Jan, Jenny, Jon, Brendan, Caleb, and Pickelmann Family, We're so sorry you lost Henry. He was a great Pal (Principal)to all of the children. It was always great to see him at all of the area events. May you have many fond memories of him. Love, Linda Oehrlein and Dancers
September 3, 2015
Gary, Wayne, Leon:
Our prayers and condolences to you brothers on the loss of Henry. May God watch over you during this time of sadness until you will be reunited again with him in Heaven.
Carl/Rose Bickel
Steve and Lori Buchinger
September 3, 2015
The world lost an awesome husband, father, grandpa, teacher, colleague, and most of all a very special friend. Henry's quick wit and sense of humor will be greatly missed...well done thou good and faithful servant. He deserves everything God has promised him. He left the party too soon...we wanted him to stay and visit, but God had other plans.
Steve and Lori Buchinger
September 3, 2015
The world lost an awesome husband, father, grandpa, teacher, colleague, and most of all a very special friend....Henry's quick wit and sense of humor will be missed...well done thou good and faithful servant...you deserve all that God has promised. You left the party too soon.....we wanted you to stay and visit, but God had other plans.
Ralph and Ruth List
September 3, 2015
Gary and Wayne, I remember the many visits to your family farm and all the good times we had. My sympathy too you in the loss of your brother. God be with you and Henry's family.
B K
September 3, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the family during this time of sorrow and sadness.
Jim and Linda Pickelman
September 3, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the family at this time of grieving. We pray for your strength and comfort.
Karen Dyjak
September 3, 2015
Dearest Jan, Jennifer and Jon and families,
My deepest sympathy in your loss, Henry always made me feel so welcomed when I substituted for a teacher at Trinity. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Dyjak
Del & Mary Kell
September 2, 2015
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you, Jan, and your family, during this time of sorrow and sadness. I`ve had the privilege of knowing Henry for nearly forty years. He will certainly be missed by all who knew him. May the Lord hold you close and comfort you during these difficult times.
Barbara Rakowski
September 2, 2015
Henry was a wonderful principal, friend and man of God. I am sorry to hear of his passing. May the angels welcome him to paradise. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
kevin mularz
September 2, 2015
So sorry, Henry was a great guy he,be will be greatly missed , may he rest in peace. Kevin and penny mularz
Lisa Mazure
September 2, 2015
Mr Pickelman touched so many lives and his faith in God was an example to all of us. He will be missed.
Amy Bejcek
September 2, 2015
I saw you at Trinity when my grandkids would sing. I extend my sympathy to your entire family.
Ross & Holly Chambers
September 2, 2015
Jan so sorry to hear of Henry's passing. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Gib Kern
September 2, 2015
Sorry to hear of Henry's passing. May God surround your family at this time. Henry was a great guy.
Andrew Frank
September 2, 2015
Sorry for your loss.
Kim Hubbell
September 2, 2015
Sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carol Hamlin
September 2, 2015
So sorry for your loss Jen, I know how hard it is to lose your DAD, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time!
George Frahm
September 1, 2015
May God's peace be with you in this time of earthly sorrow. Henry was an individual that I could always respect. Now, he suffers no more and we will see him again when Christ returns.
Ken / Lucille Gieseke
September 1, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dave and Paula Wegener
September 1, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lisa Wildauer
September 1, 2015
Dear Pickelmann family- So sorry to hear of Mr.Pickelmann's passing but rejoicing that he is now with his Savior in heaven.May GOD comfort you at this trying time.
Elmer Baacke
September 1, 2015
Jan, Jen and Jon
God's Grace was sufficient for Henry. He knew and believed this. He showed it thoroughout his life of ministry to God, his family and friends and to his fellow believers throughout the world. It was an honor and privilege to have known and loved him as a "brother" and we look forward to the moment when God calls us to join Henry in praising Him eternally in heaven.
God's peace, love, joy and strength.
El & Jo
Sharon Chomas
September 1, 2015
This poor little candle can never adequately reflect the radiance of Henry, his spirit, or his love of family and friends. He was truly one of the kindest people I have had the privilege of knowing, always looking for the bright side to any dilemma. His wit and understatement always made me laugh. His sense of fairness and courage under fire, along with his determined thoughtful, truthful way of handling difficult situations always made me stand in awe of him. You couldn't ask for a better friend. He will be greatly missed. Go with God Henry, you certainly deserve your great reward. No more suffering or pain. Happy conversations with those who left before you. A better place for you, a sadder place for us here without you.
Doris Reda
September 1, 2015
My sincere sympathy to all of you.May the knowledge of a joyful reunion in heaven bring you comfort and peace at this time of parting.
Rev. Dr. Richard Zeile
September 1, 2015
I deeply appreciated Henry's commitment to ministry and cordiality during our days in the Michigan District Lutheran Principals' Conference.
Tina Reynolds
September 1, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers. to the pickelmann family
Dawn (Walter) Palmer
September 1, 2015
He will be missed. I was in one of the first classes Mr Pickelmann taught and thought very highly of him. RIP
Karen Friebe
September 1, 2015
Dearest Jan, Jen & Jon,
Words cannot adequately express what I would like to say. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers and find comfort in the knowledge that our dear Pickle-Mister-Man is now enjoying the heavenly home he so greatly deserves with our awesome heavenly father - who he loved so dearly.
Kim Hubbell
September 1, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the Pickelmann Family.
David Kleimola
September 1, 2015
Henry was a good friend and mentor while I served at Trinity-St. James in Munger. I will always remember him as a faith servant for our Lord. May God's love comfort you at this time remember that one day we will all be reunited with our Savior in Heaven.
Rod Grigg
September 1, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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