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Paul Hendrickson Obituary

Hendrickson, Paul G. Age 77 Of Mahtomedi Preceded in death by parents Ernest and Josephine Hendrickson. Survived by sister Kristi (Paul) Thompson; niece Laura Thompson; nephew Peter Thompson; and many cousins. Paul devoted his life to music. He was a former director of the White Bear Choral Association and the Elizabethine Syngers. Paul taught music in public schools, Lakewood Community College, as well as private teaching. Paul was a lover of nature and a humanitarian. Memorial Service 11 AM Friday December 26, 2008 at ST. ANDREW'S LUTHERAN CHURCH (GREAT HALL) 900 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi. Gathering of family and friends 1 hour prior to the service at the CHURCH. Memorials preferred to Prison Fellowship and St. Andrew's Lutheran Church-music.



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Published by Pioneer Press on Dec. 14, 2008.

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Beckey Mechtel

December 23, 2008

I sang for Paul as a member of the White Bear Area Choral Association for over 15 years. His passion for music, his vision and his hard work made it possible for our organization to have reached a 40th anniversary milestone this year.

He was a great composer, a kind man, and I feel that I am a better person and singer for having had Paul in my life. He is missed

Ann Brooke

December 17, 2008

Paul was my son, Jesse's, piano teacher for 5 years. He was a wonderful teacher and a kind, gentle man. We loved to hear the stories of his rich life experiences. Paul loved his music and enjoyed his beautiful flowers and birds. We miss him greatly and take comfort in knowing that he is happily making music in other realms now.

David Stevens

December 17, 2008

Paul was a gentle man and a gentleman!

Jorgina Andrea

December 16, 2008

Paul Hendrickson was a great piano teacher. From wanting to start at age 6, (because my brother, and sisters had,) to ending now at age 10. I will always remember him talking about the music festivals and him coming to the house in his outfit for the Rennessance Fair.

Kimberly Ganz

December 15, 2008

Mr. Hendrickson you will be sorely missed. My children grew to love music through your gentle teaching. A great sense of humor and a wonderful man that brought joy and happiness. Thank You Mr. Hendrickson.

Johanna Andrea

December 15, 2008

Mr. Hendrickson was so kind and wonderful. He put up with me as I progressed from wanting to take piano so badly at 6 years old through the middle of my high school years when I was too busy with basketball and other things to continue. I still sit down at the piano and can hear him sitting next to me singing along with the tune of the song, trying to show me what the real beat of the music was. It was always nice to come home from college and see him sitting in my house teaching my youngest sister piano. I will miss you, Mr. Hendrickson.

Kellen Metling

December 14, 2008

Mr. Hendrickson was my piano teacher for 5 years. He was VERY patient with me and had an interesting story to tell me after every lesson.

patrick dillery

December 14, 2008

Mr Hendrickson was my first music teacher and, in many ways, my most influential. His love and enthusiasm for music are with me to this day and continue to inspire me when both teaching and performing anywhere in the world.

And, even though I have not seen him too many times over the years, that wonderful energy of his has stayed with me forever, and will stay with me forever..

Patrick Dillery, Bayside, New York

Lynn Andrea

December 14, 2008

Paul taught my children piano for the last 14 years. Now just my youngest was taking piano. Paul - thank you for bringing music to our lives and home. You even took the time to teach my kids to sing in Swedish. Your Hello, Hello will be so greatly missed!!! God Bless

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