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Paul Allen Bakken

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Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, 2004.

Bakken Paul Allen, age 84, of Coon Rapids, formerly of Fridley, went to be with his Lord on Monday, November 29, 2004. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 49 years, Carrie; his parents, Carl & Clara Bakken; and his sisters, Margaret Bakken and Carol (Gibbons) O'Neill. Survived by his children, Cynthia (David) Johnson, Ruth Bakken and Tim (Pam) Bakken; his grandchildren, Leigh Johnson and Luke Bakken; his brothers, Roger (Carol) and Herbert (Maria) Bakken; numerous family and friends, and his granddog, Bailey. Funeral service Saturday, Dec. 4, 2004, 12:30 PM, Redeemer Lutheran Church, 61 NE Mississippi Way, Fridley (763) 574-7445. Visitation Friday, Dec. 3, 2004 from 6-9 PM at the Miller Funeral Home, 6210 NE Hwy 65 (Central Avenue), Fridley, and at the church on Saturday one hour prior to the service. Interment Hillside Cemetery, Mpls. Miller Funeral Home Fridley Chapel 763-571-1300

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December 3, 2004

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Jennifer Keyzers

December 3, 2004

Paul,

You and Carrie's lives were a living testimony of incredible service to our Redeemer. I think of the two of you rejoicing now in heaven, celebrating the victory with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I can hear Him say "Well done good and faithful suervants!" Praise be to God for all your work in the Lord!

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Dean Eberhard

December 3, 2004

Thanks for your friendship and I will always remember our time together Wednesday evenings going door to door together to spread the good news.

Todd Holmes

December 1, 2004

Paul - We'll miss you dear friend.

DeColores - God loves you and so do I!

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