Thomas Graydon Cadwell, 64, passed away on October 4, 2025, in his home. He was born in Minneapolis, MN, to Durane “Doc” and Anita Cadwell on November 5, 1960.
A Celebration of Life will be held on October 25, 2025, at 11:30 am at the Pine Ridge Cemetery, Pine River, Minnesota, with a grave site service with military honors and a luncheon to follow at the Pine River American Legion.
Thomas was a graduate of Pine River High School and was active in football, wrestling and baseball. He loved to hunt and fish and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. After graduating high school, Tom joined the Army in 1979 and spent time in Germany in his tour. Upon returning from the service, he spent time working with his cousin and numerous other jobs; “jack of trades master of none” – as he would say.
In 2013, he moved to his home in Shakopee where he spent time with his life partner, Sharon. He spent time with his buddies on hunting trips in Southern Minnesota; he cherished and reminisced about those yearly events.
Thomas is survived by his mother, Anita Cadwell; brothers, Allen and Doug (Becky) Cadwell; two nephews, Andrew and Jason Cadwell; and his life partner, Sharon Haradon and her children, Jen Hensel (Monty), Tammy Fager (Brad), Sarah Barnes (Elijah), and grandchildren, Hannah, Lily and Sashah.
Thomas was preceded in death by his father, Durane “Doc”, and his brother, Donald Cadwell.
Arrangements have been made by Brenny Funeral Chapel.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
3042 State Hwy 371 S P.O. Box 511, Pine River, MN 56474
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
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