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Paul V. Hemmelgarn

Paul Hemmelgarn Obituary

Hemmelgarn, Paul V. B. Perham, MN 2/23/1936 Died Winnipeg, MB, 6/13/ 2008 After suffering a malignant brain tumor. He is survived by Millie, his wife of 35 years; siblings Rita Deutsch of St. Paul, MN, Joseph (Kathy) and Denis of Perham, MN. Paul had a thirty-two year career teaching religious studies at Cathedral High School in Saint Cloud, MN and at Hill-Murray High School in Maplewood, MN. He served as Department Chair, worked in campus ministry, and was awarded "Outstanding Catechist" by the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. He retired tn 1999. Paul was a long-time member of Saint Joan of Arc Parish in Minneapolis. He, with his Canadian wife, Millie, moved to Winnipeg, MB in 2000. In retirement Paul volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, Winnipeg Harvest Food Bank, & The Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace. He has continued to be active in the church, serving as lector and on the liturgy & faith formation committees. The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 21 at Saint Mary's Cathedral, Winnipeg, with Reverend Michael Koryluk officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made in Paul's memory to The Hemmelgarn Endowed Scholarship, Office of Institutional Development, College of St. Benedict, 37 South College Avenue, Saint Joseph, MN, 56374. Condolences at legacy.com.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jun. 18, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Hemmelgarn

25 Entries

Laura H-M Grad `99

October 17, 2022

This is long overdue, but I want to send my gratitude for a teacher who gave me hope during challenging high school years. I keep the message he wrote to me in my graduation gift on my book shelf and when there are times I am forgetting who I am, I open up the book and am reminded of the time when he helped me to be brave and believed in me...just me...
Thank you Mr. Hemmelgarn for still inspiring hope even after 14yrs of your physical passing. I believe your spirit lives on in the hearts of all those students you have touched!

Chris Palmatier

July 16, 2008

Millie,

I was sorry to hear about Paul. My thoughts are with you.

Roseann Rogers

July 16, 2008

Millie,
I was so sad to hear about Paul. I have such fond memories of you two in the registration office years ago. You were such a support to me and others at SJA. I wish you peace and good health Millie during this difficult time.
Rosie
Roseann Shaughnessy Rogers

Jim Rohlik

July 2, 2008

Hi Millie

So sorry to hear about Paul's passing. He was the gentle giant of Hill-Murray, very patient and tolerant.
You both were good friends and wonderful people. Condolences!

Bruce Little

June 26, 2008

Mille,

I was deeply saddened by the news of Paul's death. You and Paul were so good to Andy - especially as Godparents - we still have his little red tricycle you gave to him. Please know you are in my prayers, Mille. Please know you and Paul made a difference in our lives.

Maria (French) Benedict

June 24, 2008

Mrs. Hemmelgarn,

I was very sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Please accept my sympathies. Based on what others have said, Mr. Hemmelgarn was quite a great teacher and person. The same could be said for you.

I've thought of you over the years, especially when I've been in discussions about great teachers. You've always been at the top of my list. You were firm and had high expectations of your students, but you were fair and friendly. How great that two wonderful people and teachers lived in the same home!

When I was out jogging this morning the song, Another One Bites The Dust, played on my ipod. I thought of you as it brought me back to 1982 and the senior skit at WHS when MaryBeth Reed dressed up to look like you and handed the rest of us skit participants our "term papers" from your class. When she gave them to us, we'd look at the grades then fall off our chairs-another one biting the dust! :) Do you remember that?

Anyway, I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. May the love of your friends and family comfort you as you grieve.

Sincerely,

Bev (Winkels) Abbott

June 24, 2008

Millie, Sorry to hear of Pauls' passing to eternal life. I never got to know him but sure you will have an empty spot in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.

Anna and Fred Vagle

June 23, 2008

Dearest Millie,
Fred and I were so saddened to hear about Paul's death. I immediately saw both of you sitting in the registration office behind the beloved gymnasium at St. Joans! could it have just been yesterday? We pray for your health and happiness, Millie and hold you in our hearts as you keep Paul's spirit alive with stories and fond memories. Please visit us whenever you are back in Minnesota.
God bless,
Fred and Anna Vagle

Louise & Bill Theros

June 22, 2008

Dear Millie, We just learned of the passing of Paul today, Sunday the 22nd. You and Paul were in our prayers and will continue to be.

Stefania Casci

June 21, 2008

Mrs. Hemmelgarn,

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Hemmelgarn's passing. He was one of my favorite teachers at HM. He taught with such passion, dignity and gentleness. I am so grateful to have had him as one of my religion teachers. My condolescences to you and your family.

Julie Thomas Blanda

June 20, 2008

I loved Mr. Hemmelgarn's senior Religion class at HM (79). He was a great teacher. I am so sorry for your loss. Peace,
Julie

Barb Boyd

June 20, 2008

Millie,

I was sadden to hear of Paul's recent passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

June 20, 2008

He was my favorite teacher at Hill Murray

Joelle Lester

June 20, 2008

Millie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and Paul are in my thoughts during this time of sorrow.

Jean Roemer

June 19, 2008

Millie, I was so sorry to read of Paul's death. I hope that your retirement years in Canada have been happy ones. I remember with fondness your helpful leadership during my brief time working with you at WHS.
Sincerely, Jean

Carrie (Jambor) Nitz (H-M '85)

June 19, 2008

Millie, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Yvonne McComber

June 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Millie. Paul was a wonderful man and set an example for all of us at H-M. May he rest in peace.

Bill and Judie Lester

June 19, 2008

Millie, we felt so badly hearing about Paul. Both you and Paul were so good to us and our family before you headed north. You will be in our thoughts and prayers

Ed Grebis

June 19, 2008

Millie,
I am so sorry to learn of Paul's passing.I've thought of the two of you over the years. You are still special people. Peace, Cos

Mary Hoffmann Zvonek

June 18, 2008

Hemmelgarn Family:
Thank you for sharing a wonderful man for so many years with many wonderful students. I was his student at Hill-Murray in 1978 and he was well respected by all both as a teacher and humanitarian. Peace to you in your time of grief.

Andrea

June 18, 2008

Rest in peace, Mr Hemmelgarn - I have often thought back on my time at HM and thought of you. You were an amazing teacher - just the right amount of discipline mixed with humor. You taught me more than just religion - you taught me compassion for all living things and passion for the chosen profession.

I am so sorry to those who love Mr Hemmelgarn so.

Rest in peace..

Richard C. Hogan HM-82

June 18, 2008

I had Mr Hemmelgarn for Marriage my senior year at HM. He seemed to be a quiet individual who chose to lead by example. He had his unique sense of humor and I remember him always smiling, chuckling, and being so pleasant.

My prayers and thoughts go to Mrs Hemmelgarn and the family. God bless you Mr H. Eternal rest be brought unto you. God bless you!

Erin Livingston

June 18, 2008

Farewell to a wonderful teacher. Mr. Hemmelgarn was my teacher at Hill Murray and coincidently, Mrs. Hemmelgarn was my English teacher when I transferred to Woodbury HS. Paul will be remembered as a wonderful, passionate man. Rest in Peace!

Deb (Osland) Kozak

June 18, 2008

Mrs. Hemmelgarn,

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dave and Lois Picard

June 18, 2008

Millie, our condolences to you and your family. This world is a lot better place having Paul gracing it with his life. His legacy of selfless service in imitation of Christ has touched countless people. Lois an I feel blessed in knowing Paul and you the short time we have.

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