Edward John PETSCHL Jr.

Age 73 Passed away peacefully in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 28th. Raised in Roseville, MN, alumni of Ramsey High School. Married wife Arlene in January 1968. Ed's career was as an over the road trucker. Active member of Teamsters Local 120. Ed and Arlene raised their sons, Eddie and Jeff on Rush Lake in Rush City, MN, and Maplewood, MN. They retired in 2000, and moved to Las Vegas, NV. Ed had a memorable presence. He exemplified honesty, strength and hard work. He loved telling stories, history, classic cars and his Harley. Ed was a loyal friend. He loved his wife deeply, had great pride for his sons and family. He will be greatly missed. Preceded in death by parents, Edward Sr. and Helen, brother Walt (Maryanne) and brother-in-law Jerry Merrigan. Survived by wife, Arlene, sons Edward III (Michele) and Jeffrey (Traci), sister Marlene, many family members and friends. A Celebration of Life Open House will be held on Saturday, October 29th from 1-4 p.m. at Jimmy's Event Center in Vadnais Heights, MN.