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1956
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2016
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Paul Lochner Obituary
Sauk Rapids
April 1, 1956 - March 28, 2016
Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 1, 2016 (Paul's 60th birthday) at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids for Paul R. Lochner, 59, of Sauk Rapids, who died March 28, 2016, at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous 3-year battle with bladder cancer. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids and one hour prior to the services Friday at the church. Parish prayers will be 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Paul was born on April 1, 1956, to Charles and Anna (Wilkes) Lochner. He was raised on the family farm in Pierz, MN. On September 3, 1977, Paul married Janice (Jan) Korman, in St. Cloud, MN, where they lived until they relocated to Sauk Rapids in 1987. Paul was a bricklayer for 35 years. He loved his trade and took great passion in his craft.
Paul loved the outdoors - hunting, fishing and snowmobiling. He was the ultimate handyman and spent a lot of time doing odd jobs for his family and friends, working on vehicles and caring for his yard. He was also an avid sports fan - cheering for his kids and following the MN sports scene. Most of all, Paul loved spending time with his family and friends. Together, they enjoyed boating, playing cards, throwing bean bags, attending sporting events and making each other laugh. Paul was happiest when he was with his five grandchildren. They loved their papa beyond measure and will miss him dearly. Paul will be remembered for his dedication to his faith, his hard work ethic and his zest for life.
Paul is survived by his wife of 38 years, Jan of Sauk Rapids; son, Scott (Brittany) of Rogers; daughter, Melissa (Ryan) Holte of Rogers; son, Justin of Plymouth; parents, Charles and Anna of Pierz; siblings, David (Jeanne) of Roseville, Gerald (Lynda) of Little Falls, Robert (Cindy) of Buckman, Kevin (Linda) of Maple Grove, Mary Moser of Pierz, Carol of Pierz, Steven (Kris) of Pierz, Susan (Kevin) Wilson of Cleveland, TN; grandchildren, Hudson, Harper and Emerson, Owen and Elise Holte; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved pup, Buster.
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Carol Kilgard (Jarnot)
April 1, 2016
Janice - Our Thoughts & Prayers are with you & your family. We attended a memorial service for our friends mother & I saw the "Lochner". The name seemed familiar, when I read the obituary was shocked to see your name. So sorry for your great loss. May you find comfort to know others are thinking of you & yours.
Mark, Diane, Zach Dick
March 31, 2016
We are so thankful to have gotten to know Paul Lochner - immediately seeing what a kind and thoughtful man he was. Praying for peace and comfort for Jan & Justin and the rest of the family at this time of loss. Blessings to you all!
John And Janice Haus
March 31, 2016
This Candle is For The Bright Smile He Always Carried. The Kind Words And Positive Additude He Had On This Journey. I Appreciated the Visits we had at The Cancer Center. Prayers To Your Family.
Donna Lennartson
March 30, 2016
Heavenly Father,
Please welcome Paul with love, give him eternal life, and comfort all those who will treasure him forever.
Amen
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March 30, 2016
Melissa and Family-I'm so sorry for your loss. He sounds like an incredible man and he was so lucky to have you as his loving daughter!
-Mindy & Brian Tschann
Donna & Steve Lennartson. Lenny, Augsburg '12
March 30, 2016
Jan, Justin and family,Our thoughts and prayers are with you now. We will remember Paul as the proud Augsburg Hockey dad that he was, always there for Justin and all the Auggies. He will never be forgotten, he will always have eternal life. May your precious memories of Paul, the husband and father, give you comfort, strength and peace.
Colleen Kastanek
March 30, 2016
Paul was a busmate. First it was Bus#4, and then the Bluebird #7. He was a quiet young man whom our drivers didn't have to monitor and he was always polite and kind to everyone. I never had tales to tell on him to Mom and Dad when I got home. Happy memories.
Doris (Hoheisel) Sorensen
March 30, 2016
To Carl, Ann and the family. I will always remember the times that we were at your farm for some parties. We didn't't have far to go because we lived right next door to you. Paul was such a sweet guy who never had any bad words to say about people. At least his suffering is done with. Last night when the rain came down, I said that Paul is crying Tears Of Joy, because he is PAIN FREE!. All the class of 1974 will miss him greatly! Until we see you again, Paul, in Heaven.
Nikki E
March 30, 2016
We are so sorry, for your whole family's loss. He's no longer I pain and can rest now. He will always be in your hearts and memorys.our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brian, Erin and Lila Kalscheuer
March 30, 2016
Paul was a great guy surrounded by great family. We lived two houses down from the Lochners. I will always remember the day when Scott decided to cast his fishing hook into my head instead of the water and Paul saved the day by getting the hook out. Of course I was flopping around the boat, but he still managed to get it out along with some of my hair. You will be missed and our condolences to the entire Lochner family!
Rose (Flicker) Shorma
March 29, 2016
Sorry to hear Paul lost his battle . I am sure the heavens opened and our Lord welcomed Paul. I have fun memories of our high school days.
Sandy Meyer Sobottka
March 29, 2016
Sorry to hear of Paul's passing. My prayers are with his family. He was a classmate of mine through Grade School, Junior High and High School as well. May he RIP and know the glory of heaven.
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