Nadeau, Earl R. age 70, of Coon Rapids passed away peacefully at home on October 21, 2017. Earl, was a 4 year Air Force Vet. who enlisted during the Vietnam Era. Earl was a loving grandfather who was always present in his grandchildren's lives. Earl loved dancing, country music, old cars, and riding his Harley. Earl was preceded in death by his mother, Lois Nadeau; and wife, Janice (nee Grotheim). Earl is survived by his daughter, Michelle (Marty) Anderson; son, Jason (Sarah) Nadeau; daughter, Lisa (Mary Novak) Nadeau; loving friend, Sherry Neary; grandchildren, Max; Maya; Mac; Brenden; Connor; Amelia; and Eliza; two brothers, Eugene and Paul Nadeau; and many extended family and friends who will miss him dearly. Wake on Thur., Oct. 26th 4-7 PM at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd. NW., Coon Rapids. Service Fri., Oct. 27th at 11:30 AM with visitation one hour prior at the funeral home. Gearhart 763-755-6300 GearhartFuneralHome.com