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Mathew Paul Gerken
1974 - 2020
Mathew Paul Gerken
1974 - 2020
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BORN
1974
DIED
2020
Mathew Gerken Obituary
Richmond - Mathew Paul Gertken age 46, passed away at his home on November 29, 2020 of natural causes. He was born on October 29, 1974 in Richmond, MN to Ralph Gertken and Shirley Sprank. Mathew graduated from Rocori High School and worked with his dad at Ralph's Excavating since he was little.
He was a wonderful father, son and friend. Mathew loved fishing, hunting, 4-wheeling and snowmobiling. He also loved working outdoors with his tractors, working in the shed on small engines and fixing things.
Survivors include his son, Cole; parents, many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Norbert and Margaret Gertken and Matt and Margaret Sprank.
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Roger kascht
December 9, 2024
How life is different when you lose a close friend. He is thought of every single day!
Sue Brusewitz
December 3, 2020
My deepest sympathy my prayers are with you and your family.
Ken & Diane Herbst
December 3, 2020
Ralph & Shirley, my heart breaks for your loss. So sorry to hear about your son. Condolences and prayers for your family. Thinking of you, GOD BLESS.
KEN & DIANE HERBST
Jan Lembeck
December 2, 2020
Shirley, I am so sorry for your loss!
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Ryan
December 2, 2020
So sorry for your loss of Mathew. My sincere condolences go out to your family during this difficult time. (Psalms 94:19)
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