James Bedell Obituary
Jim is survived by his son, Zach Bedell of Brainerd; his mother, Marietta Soule, Owasso, MI; five brothers, Scott Bedell of White Pigeon, MI, Jack (Cheryl) Bedell of Owasso, MI, and Ben Soule of Fenton, MI; one sister, Julie Bedell of Owasso, MI; one grandchild, Kinsley Marie Blocker and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding Jim in death are is father and his wife, Karen.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at
Lighthouse Beginnings in Baxter (8055 Industrial Park Road in Baxter, MN 56425). Arrangements are with the Koop Funeral Home in Crosby.
Past Services
Celebration of Life
Saturday, October 25, 2025
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Liighthouse Beginnings
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
32 East Main St., Crosby, MN 56441
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