Alfred J. "Al" Haehnel

1934 - 2025

Alfred "Al" Julius Haehnel, age 90, of Sauk Rapids, passed away peacefully Oct. 25, 2025, at Benedictine Assumption in Cold Spring.

Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Nov. 10 at Graham United Methodist Church in Rice. The Rev. Cassi Betker will officiate. Burial will follow at Graham United Methodist Cemetery in Rice. Visitation will be 9:30-11 a.m. at the church prior to the service.

Al was born Dec. 17, 1934, in Sauk Rapids to Fred and Adelaide (Doeden) Haehnel. He married Beverly Kuehn Aug. 13, 1977. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1962 during the Korean Conflict. Al farmed for many years, then hauled boats for St. Cloud Marine, then Marson, driving a dump truck.

Al enjoyed his time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time at the family cabin, playing 500 and relaxing with his favorite Westerns.

Survivors include his wife, Beverly, of 48 years; four stepsons, Doug (Nancy) Kuehn, Daryl (Lois) Kuehn, Dale Kuehn, and Don (Carissa) Kuehn; six grandchildren, Stephanie, Zoey, Joshua, Michelle, Erin and Brittany; seven great-grandchildren, Payson, Kayley, Hayden, Ryker, Emersyn, Juniper and Penelope; sister-in-law Shirley and brother Ernest (Diane). He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Laura Schroeder, and brothers Erwin and Verner.

Al will be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, and steady presence. His life was a testament to dedication-whether to his family, his work or his faith.

He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, who take comfort in the many memories and the legacy of love he leaves behind.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Benedictine Assumption and to CentraCare Hospice for the loving and compassionate care that was given to Al.


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