Marjorie J. Mechels

Mechels, Marjorie J. May 8, 1941 - May 29, 2015 age 74, formerly of Sauk Rapids, MN, passed away Fri., May 29, at her residence in Eagan. Marjorie was born May 8, 1941 in Fairmont to Elvin and Edna (Schmidt) Klatt. She graduated from Long Prairie High School. She married David Mechels August 25, 1962 in Minneapolis and he preceded her in death on July 10, 1971. She had a special resiliency in raising her sons after the death of her husband. Marjorie had lived most of her life in Sauk Rapids. She had worked at Frigidaire for 19 years as a purchasing officer and then for New Flyer as a purchasing officer. For the past 10 years she has worked as a church secretary for Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran Church in Eagan. Marjorie was very independent, hardworking and compassionate. She loved her grandchildren and spending time with them including going to plays and hockey games. She was an avid sports fan and a diehard fan of the Minnesota Wild. Marjorie enjoyed the last few years working for the church and spending time with her colleagues and truly believed in that organization. Survivors include her sons, Kent (Denise) of Rochester and Eric (Naomi) of Minneapolis; four grandchildren, David, Kate, Joe and Ben. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, David, brother, Edward and sister, Mary-Ann Siems. Funeral service 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 4, 2015, visitation 1 hour prior at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids. Pastor Harvey Ehlers and Pastor James Kroonbland will officiate and burial at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Long Prairie. Visitation also 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Williams Dingmann Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids. Guestbook: williamsdingmann.com