Melvin Ruegemer Obituary
The world bids farewell to Melvin Ruegemer of Cold Spring, Minnesota, departing on November 13, 2024 at the age of 96. Melvin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alfred Ruegemer and Magdalena Ruegemer (Blonigen); his wife Aurelia "Rale" Kuhl; his children-in-law, Marlin Schroeder, Vernon Boos and Judy Ruegemer; his grandson-in-law James Dean; and his siblings, Sylvester (RoseMary), Marcella Zierden (Art), Viola Zierden (Jerome), Edwin, Lorella Pundsack (Elmer), Virgil (Marlene) and Lorraine Hoffman (Gerald).
He is survived by: his children, Bernice Schroeder of St. Michael, David of St. Joseph, Alan of Phenix City, AL, Joan Frie (Dan "Simon") of Clear Lake, Susan Petersen (Bruce) of Waite Park, Ruth Boos of St. Joseph and James (Carol) of Cold Spring; his brother Lawrence (Mary) of Richmond; and his sister-in-law Inez Ruegemer of Park Rapids. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, other relatives, and many friends.
Visitation was held on Thursday, November 21st 2024 at 9:00 AM at the Heritage Hall at St. Joseph Catholic Church (12 W Minnesota St, St Joseph, MN 56374). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, November 21st 2024 at 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church (12 W Minnesota St, St Joseph, MN 56374).
