Paul Richard Charboneau

Paul Richard Charboneau obituary, Crystal, MN

Paul Richard Charboneau

Paul Charboneau Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels - Edina on Oct. 15, 2025.
Paul Richard Charboneau, age 80, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025. He was born on June 12, 1945, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, to parents Phillip and Gladys Charboneau.
Paul is survived by his loving wife, Carol; his children, Scot (Kris) and Nicole; stepchildren Jody (Wayne) and Mike; and grandchildren Anna, Sara, Mackenzie, Sydney, and Max. He is also survived by his sister Phyllis (Ron), brother Dave and devoted dog Emma. He was preceded in death by his mother Gladys, father Phillip, brother Lionel and past dogs Ria, Ginger and Mia. Paul will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Known for his big heart and love for his family and friends, Paul's memory will forever be treasured by those whose lives he touched. Paul had a passion for traveling with his wife Carol in their motor home, exploring casinos, and playing slot machines into the late hours of the night. He enjoyed trips to New Ulm for Oktoberfest, reveling in German music. In his spare time, Paul found joy in tinkering around in his garage, always keeping busy with projects. Throughout his long career in the transportation industry Paul touched the lives of many.
A memorial service in memory of Paul will be held on Saturday October 18th at 10:00 am at Washburn-McReavy Edina Funeral Chapel.
May Paul Richard Charboneau rest in peace, his legacy living on through the lives he touched.

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December 18, 2025

Ralph H. Stuart posted to the memorial.

October 19, 2025

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October 16, 2025

Nicole Charboneau posted to the memorial.

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Ralph H. Stuart

December 18, 2025

Paul, I will miss our chats and the smiles you and Carol provided when visiting! May you rest in peace good friend!

Penny Vangen

October 19, 2025

Another brother from a different mother. Thanks for being a pal to by brother Jim. You'll be missed

Nicole Charboneau

October 16, 2025

I love you Dad I'm sorry I couldn't make you better. Rest easy, I hope you found Lexi. I'll see you again & Miss you forever xoxoxo
~Your daughter always~
Nicole

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