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Harry DEIKEL Obituary

Age 92 of St. Louis Park Passed away November 26, 2012 Preceded in death by parents, Zundel and Anna Deikel; son, Stuart; sister, Mary Haskvitz; brother, Paul Deikel; and first wife, Libby. Survived by wife, Anita; daughter, Patricia (Allan Ratihn) Deikel-Ratihn, step-son, Joe (Tomoko) Silbert; brother, Ted Deikel; grandchildren, Sarite (Ronald) Nichols, Jannette (Joshua) Freedkin, Seth (Sheri) Ratihn; great-grandchildren, Elon Leiber, Zoe Freedkin, Hannah Nichols, Ari Ratihn, Mayalyn Ratihn, Miles, Jimmy and Sarah Silbert. Harry was a decorated survivor of Pearl Harbor, stationed at Scofield Barracks at Hickam Field. Funeral Service 12 pm, TUESDAY (TODAY), at MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH CEMETERY CHAPEL, 70 ½ and Penn, Richfield. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the National Federation of the Blind, National Federation of the Blind, 100 East 22nd Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404. SHIVA Tues., 7 pm at 8247 Westwood Hills Curve, St. Louis Park. www.hodroffepstein.com 612-871-1234

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Published by Pioneer Press on Nov. 27, 2012.

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Tracy, Tom, Hunter, and Trafton Busyn

March 18, 2013

Anita,

Tom, the kids and I were heartbroken to hear simply by chance today that Harry had passed away. We are so very sorry. He was such a wonderful man, and Hunter always adored him. One of our favorite memories of St Louis Park will always be watching Harry and Hunter mow the lawn together. The kids always loved coming over to see you both. We were so blessed when God gave us the 2 of you as neighbors.

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

All our love,

Tracy, Tom, Hunter and Trafton

Gail Freedman

November 28, 2012

Dear Ted, Eve, Laura, and Dan: I read about your brother and uncle. I'm sorry for your loss of this dear family member. Peace & blessings to you during this difficult time.

Davidene Weinberg

November 27, 2012

Uncle Harry was a very proud man. He cared deeply for his family. I know that he will be missed by all who knew him. He made friends where ever he went. For the past 301/2 years he made my Aunt a very happy lady. His riddles and stories will live on with his family. He will be missed at family gatherings.

Matthew Katz

November 27, 2012

My great uncle was a very proud but private man who never spoke until recently of his war time (Pear Harbor) bravery. We will miss his humor, his questions, and his riddles at family functions. He also made my great aunt smile and laugh. Together they never missed a grandchild, niece, nephew, great niece or nephew or great, great niece or nephew special event or occasion. He also was my grandfather's best friend- going to the "club" together for years. Uncle Harry, we will miss you - may you debate all those you meet along the way during the next phase of your journey

November 27, 2012

Uncle Harry, you were always so kind, witty, and had something interesting to say, and I always looked forward to seeing you. I am so very sad that you are not around to tell me riddles and facts about "stuff". Auntie Anita, Joey, Tomoko, Miles, Jimmy, Sarah & all of Harry's relatives and friends, our thoughts are with you. We know his memory is a blessing and wish you comfort in that. Love, Amy, Rick, Maddie, Gracie & Abbie

Mindi McColgan

November 27, 2012

I cherish all of the time I spent with my great Uncle Harry and the many stories and riddles he told during family gatherings. My cherished moment was hearing him speak at SLP highschool about his time during the war. What a special man Harry was. A kind and gentle soul. Rest in Peace Uncle Harry.

Julie Ellingson Right at Home

November 27, 2012

We considered an honor and a privilege to been involved in the care of Harry over the past few years. He was truly an exceptional man with whom our caregivers looked forward to spending time. He was deeply loved and will be truly missed by all of us.

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