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John Buttweiler Obituary
Merrifield - John died peacefully on February 8, 2021 at the age of 64, after a courageous battle with Prostate Cancer and Melanoma. John is sur¬vived by his wife, Michele (Kot) Buttweiler, and their children Robby (Meghan) Buttweiler, Dayton, MN, Brittney (John Paul) Becker, Eden Prairie, MN, and Sam Buttweiler, Eden Prairie, MN. They were blessed with 3 grandchildren: Emersyn, Camryn, and Henry. John is also survived by a brother, Kurt (Tammy) Buttweiler, St. Augusta, MN, and a sister, Terisa (Dan) Doll, St. Cloud, MN, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is also survived by many great friends along with his greatest friend and companion, Darby, their beloved Westie. He was preceded in death by his sister, Krista and his parents.
John was born May 3, 1956 in St. Cloud, MN to Earl & LaVonne (Hommerding) Buttweiler. He graduated from St. Cloud Tech High School in 1974 and then went on to graduate from St. Cloud State University. He married the love of his life, Michele on September 6, 1980. They spent most of their married years in St. Cloud, MN with stops along the way in Charles City, IA, Minnetonka, MN and winters in Tucson, AZ. They then moved to their seasonal cabin in Merrifield, MN in 2017 and soon decided to make it their permanent home. John's final build of this home was a testament to his unending strength and endurance to not let trials and tribulations get in the way of your dreams.
John worked for American Family Insurance for 39 years and made many close friends in the insurance industry. He was involved with coaching hockey and was a former President of St Cloud Youth Hockey. He loved to golf and served as a Board member at Wapicada Golf Course. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Eagles Club. John enjoyed playing high school sports, golfing, fishing, traveling throughout the US and Europe, family ski trips to Montana, and vacations in Mexico. He relished his fishing trips to Canada and loved cheering on his kids in sports. John made many lifelong friends throughout his many adventures. He truly impacted many people's lives in a positive manner, and he will be greatly missed. John enjoyed spending time at the cabin on Horseshoe Lake where he spent many summers with family and friends. He always looked forward to the Fishing Opener, organizing golf outings, and the couple's golf weekend. The cabin had a special place in John's heart, and he was happy to call it home for the last several years.
A visitation will be at the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home, St Cloud, MN from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, February 15th. A Catholic Mass celebration of John's life will take place on Tuesday, February 16th at Im¬maculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Crosslake, MN at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in John's name to The Poor Clare's Monastery, 421 4th Street S., Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 or Mission Township/Pickleball Courts Project, P.O. Box 126, Merrifield, MN 56465.
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John Wenck
February 17, 2021
One of the nicest families I have ever known. John was like a second Dad to our son Nick, and always treated everyone like one of his own. John
was well respected and full of integrity....until me meet again, John !
Mike Cleland
February 16, 2021
I played the Albany father/son-daughter last summer with Terry Zweiner & our sons. John was a very nice guy & mutual Westie owner. Our condolences to your family.
Mike and Sue (Orth) Koshiol
February 16, 2021
Mike and I grew up with John, and his Brother Kurt, from St. Anthony Grade School. Later our children played hockey together and hung out on different occasions. Our Sympathy and hugs to all of you.
- Mike and Sue Koshiol family
Chris Gehlsen
February 15, 2021
I so enjoyed working with John at American Family. His sense of humor was so fun and he was always kind and helpful. I am so sorry to hear about his passing - he was a wonderful man and the world has lost a great guy.
Barb Poole
February 15, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our children grew up together, and we particularly have fond memories of hockey and Mexico trips. John was a truly nice guy. Our hearts go out to the family.
Barb and Don Poole
Keith Schellinger
February 15, 2021
John was one of the "good" guys that you meet in life.
Have some fun memories of John playing softball, skiing in Montana (he would call me Tumba, not Tomba), and the annual fishing opener at the Zwiener lake lot. My sympathies to the entire family.
Until we meet again Elmer.....
Fred and Colleen Ziebol
February 12, 2021
Our sincere sympathy to your family in the passing of John. I knew John from St. Anthony's and hanging out with his brother Curt. John always had a smile on his face. He loved life and was a good man.
Jack Landwehr
February 12, 2021
I knew John through football and school at Tech, maybe even back at Good Old South JR High. John was a character. In high school, I was to small to continue to play football after my Sophomore year... I was all of 95 pounds.... but John continued to play. I remember one summer he trained to challenge Jim Harstad to a foot race around the track at South Jr. High before football practice started in August.... If I remember right John trained throughout the summer. Although John did not win as they run around the track at South JR high they both had fun with the summer challenge... I left St. Cloud for college in the fall of 1975; only to return for family visits and family funerals. So as with most of the people I grew up with during my high school age years, I lost touch with John. As I read his obituary I could see John lived a loving and successful life. Full of Family, Friends and Fishing.... Although his life was cut short, reading about his love for his wife, family and friends I can say he won the game of life. Rest in Peace John...
Brenda Litzinger
February 11, 2021
Our families were neighbors growing up on 25th. Ave. John was a great guy & was truly blessed by his family. My deepest sympathies to you Michele, Brittney, Robbie, Sam, Kurt, Terisa & all on John's passing. May God wrap His loving arms around you & bring peace to your grieving hearts. You will be in the thoughts & prayers of many. Sincerely, Brenda Litzinger.
Jim Janochoski
February 11, 2021
He was the definition of a great friend. We will always have the memories of over 30 years of opening fishing and golf outings. He will be thought of often. Michele and family you are in our prayers.
JJ and Joyce
Michele Cichy
February 11, 2021
So sorry to hear about John, glad to find out he was a good Christian, I am sure he has found his eternal reward in Heaven...he suffers no more!
Jeff knapek
February 10, 2021
Knew John thru his cousin Mike Hommerding years ago. Always very friendly and liked to have a good time. Haven’t talked to him in years, but sorry to hear about his passing.
Mary Grunloh
February 10, 2021
I am very saddened to learn of John's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing John,
working at Am Family. He was one of the nicest people I have ever known. We lost touch when I left Am Family, but I will always remember John as the Teddy Bear he was. Kind, thoughtful, sincere, always the gentleman. He spoke highly & lovingly about his wife, family & friends. Men like John are few & far between. My most
sincere sympathy to all who were blessed to have known him.
Don Watkins
February 10, 2021
What a fine person. Known him for many years and always respected
His integrity, honesty and extremely generous heart. Always enjoyed
Visiting his lake home on fishing opener each year. Bless Michelle and family.
Don Watkins
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