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James Utecht
1928 - 2023
James Utecht
1928 - 2023
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BORN
1928
DIED
2023
James Utecht Obituary
Preceded in death by parents Henrietta and William Utecht, daughter Michelle Kleven, and brother Warren Utecht. Survived by longtime sweetheart Donna Teien, sons William (Connie) Utecht and Jeff (Janine) Utecht, sister Rita Rose, brother Ralph Utecht, granddaughter Catherine (Brandon) Beck, and great granddaughter Baily Beck.
Church service will be held on Wednesday June 7th 11:00 at Mont Olivet Lutheran Church 5025 Knox Avenue South Minneapolis Minnesota. Lunch to follow. Graveside service following lunch at 2:30 Saint Michaels Cemetery 700 5th Avenue North Bayport Minnesota.
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