Richard Walter Puchtell

Richard Walter Puchtell obituary, New Brighton, MN

Richard Walter Puchtell

Richard Puchtell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels - Hillside Chapel on Mar. 31, 2026.
Richard Puchtell (87) of New Brighton & Garrison, MN, passed away March 23, 2026. Richard was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Jo Anne (nee Shun), his parents Walter and Irene, sister Barbara Hoium, and his buddy Borden. He is survived by daughter Laura (of Florida), son David, grandchildren Bennet (Danielle), Kaili (Sebastian), Alexa (Carlos), great-granddaughter, Ella, many extended family, friends, neighbors, and the ladies at bingo. Funeral is Tues. April 7, 2026, 10am Visitation, 11am Service & Burial. Reception follows. Washburn-McReavy Hillside Chapel, 2610 19th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

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