Service Information
Jack Kiecker, age 63, of rural Hector, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Redwood Falls, Minnesota.
Funeral Service will be Monday, April 7, 2025, 10:00 A.M. at Emanuel Lutheran Church, Wellington Township, Renville County, Minnesota, with interment in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 2:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M. and will continue one hour prior to the service, ALL at church.
Memorials preferred to Emanuel Lutheran Church.
Obituary
Jack Allen Kiecker was born on May 15, 1961, in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. He was the son of Marlin and Elaine (Karnik) Kiecker. Jack was baptized as an infant on June 4, 1961, and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth on April 27, 1975. He received his education at Emanuel Lutheran School in Wellington Township through the eighth grade and was a graduate of the Fairfax High School Class of 1979. He loved the time he spent growing up with his great aunts and uncles on their farm. While in high school he was President of the FFA.
On August 14, 1982, Jack married Patricia “Patty” Kloeckl at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Gaylord. Following their marriage, the couple farmed alongside Jack's father, Marlin, on the family farm in rural Hector, where they raised crops and farrow-to-finish hogs until Marlin retired. Jack continued to manage the family farm after Marlin's retirement, with his son Ryan joining the operation in 2009, and neighbors Charles and Mark Clobes joining in 2012. Together, they farmed until Jack's passing.
Throughout his career, Jack was a "Jack" of all trades. After high school, he worked at the Fairfax Elevator, served as a bartender at the Fairfax Legion, worked as an electrician for Albrecht Electric, was a lineman for the City of Fairfax, drove a garbage truck for Clobes Sanitation, and was most recently an electrician for Hoffman Electric. Jack and Patty were blessed with three children and shared 42 years of marriage.
Jack was a dedicated and lifelong member of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Wellington Township. He served on the church council and as treasurer for 25 years, and he remained active on the township board for many years up to the present. Jack was deeply involved in his community.
Jack's faith and love of God were central to his life and served as a guiding force in everything he did. Jack's actions were a testament to his devotion; he lived his life with integrity, compassion, and kindness, always striving to embody the principles of his faith. His love of God was evident in the way he treated others, always willing to lend a hand and help others in need. Jack's friendly demeanor made him a joy to be around, and his outgoing, animated personality left a lasting impression on many. He was rarely idle, constantly engaged in activities. Jack cherished his time in the shop, where he enjoyed working on equipment and displaying his antiques. He relished having beers with neighbors and looked forward to his favorite event of the year, sausage-making weekend. His greatest joy, however, was spending time with his family. He loved playing cards and board games, camping, discovering new breweries, and going on trips with the love of his life, Patty.
Jack passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 2, 2024, in Redwood Falls, Minnesota, at the age of 63 years. Blessed be his memory.
Jack is survived by his:
Wife, Patty Kiecker of Hector, MN;
Children, Rachel Rosa and her husband, Carlos of North Mankato, MN,
Stacy Nelson and her husband, John of Sioux Falls, SD, and
Ryan Kiecker and his wife, Emily of Hector, MN;
Grandchildren, Elena Rosa, Emma Nelson, Elliott Nelson;
Sisters, Julie Huiras and husband, Todd of Fairfax, MN, and Janel Schweiss and her husband, Tim of Fairfax, MN;
Mother-in-law, Mary Kloeckl of Gaylord, MN;
In-laws, Paul (Gina) Kloeckl, Bob (Cindy) Kloeckl, Jeannie (Alvin) LeRoux, Barb Frauendienst, Kathy (Mark) Clobes, Jim (Lisa) Kloeckl, Ann (Scott) Breuer;
Aunt, Lila Anderson;
Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Marlin and Elaine Kiecker; father-in-law, Roger Kloeckl, brother-in-law, Larry Frauendienst.
Katie Joehnck says
Patty and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time and the times ahead.
Cheryl Buboltz says
Kiecker Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jack’s death. Jack was always so fun and full of life. You have my deepest sympathy.
May God guide you through this difficult time.
Cheryl Buboltz
Gary J. Kiecker says
I am so very sorry to hear of Jacks death. He was a strong Christian man that worked hard in the small farming community around Wellington Township I’ve known Jack for many years. I went to school with him at Wellington and then high school at Fairfax. He was a good man. My last memory of him Was just last week at my mom‘s funeral where he must’ve shook my head five different times with condolences and then later rang the bell at church for mom. I can’t tell you how many times he came over and blew out the driveway and yard for mom and my brother since we were neighbors. He certainly will be welcomed into Heaven and missed her on earth. My deepest condolences to you Patty and your family.
Sharon Anker says
Kiecker family
We are so sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories that will live on forever. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Alan and Sharon Anker
Ben and Krisi Hoffmann says
To all of the family, Sorry for this terrible loss! Jack was always quite the joker, fun to be around, he will be missed by many! Praying for you!
Jen says
Every-Time I seen Jack he was smiling that giant smile and laughing (yeah I know where I worked most people were happy) but he just seemed to love to have fun with his friends and family. My sincere condolences to all of his family and friends he left behind. RIP Jack keep ‘em laughing up there too.
Terry R Marguth says
I am very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a great person who would help with anything you needed. He helped me setting up Auction sales when we were in the area. He also came to a lot of my Auctions and we would always visit when he was there. RIP my friend as you truly deserve it.
Barb Frauendienst says
Rip Jack, you were one of a kind.Going to miss your big hugs.I really happy I spent last Sunday with you and Pattie,and of course your singing with the songs that were playing at EJs.
Alvin and Jeanne le Roux says
Dearest Patty and family. So very sorry to hear of Jack’s unexpected passing.
Jack would always lend a helping hand and had that infectious smile.
I’ll never forget when Jack, Patty, AJ, Alvin and I went to get a drink. They were having a meat raffle. Jack won first, then Alvin won, then AJ won. And Jack ended up winning the horse race of $500!
May he have a wonderful reunion with those loved ones that went on before him.
Clyde Bratlie says
Sorry to hear that Jack has passed on. Always enjoyed coffee in the mornings at Smokey
RIP my friend and my sympathies to his family
VeJean L Schindeldecker says
To the Kiecker family,
Our sympathy to the family for Jack’s passing. He was a very hard worker but
always friendly. We really appreciated the hard work he did with our farm. Always
on top of things. Rest in peace and our prayers are for the family.
Best ever
VerJean, Mary Ellen and Wayne Buss
Corky Frank says
So many condolences to all, Jack was such a character!! Jack will certainly be missed by us and the entire community!! Try to cherish all the fond memories!!
Brenda Buboltz Hall says
Patty and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of the unexpected passing of Jack. I use to babysit Jack back in the day. He was a character even then! When my dad passed away in 2013, I remember driving into the church parking lot, seeing a tractor parked on the church lawn, in honor of my dad. Jack was that kind person that drove it there. How very thoughtful of him!! Jack was a very kind and unique individual. Treasure all the beautiful memories. You and your family are in my prayers. Jack and my dad are probably already playing “sheepshead” in Heaven with our Heavenly Father! Rest in Peace dearest Jack! You will be missed.
In His name,
Brenda Buboltz Hall
Mary Hillman says
So sorry to hear this news. I’ll be back on Thursday. If you need anything, just let me know. Thank you for being such great neighbors. Love you
Mary
Jack Albrecht says
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Jack was one of my childhood heroes. He was always so full of life and energy. Jack was the cousin I always looked up to and admired. I’m so happy we got to see him and his family again last year and tell him that. I will cherish my memories of Jack for the rest of my life.
Alvin le Roux says
Hey Aunt patty and family,
We are so sorry for yalls loss. I will be praying for yall, for healing, guidance and comfort through this difficult time. I love yall very much.
Janette Roesler says
I am so very sorry for the loss of Jack. He was always so jovial and full of life! We always had such fun memories growing up and playing on the farm! So very glad I got to see him and his family last August, it will be a cherished memory for me. He also reminded me of the Kiecker uncles, I’m quite sure they are talking up a storm in Heaven. God’s blessings and ours, Janette (Albrecht) , Mike, Amanda, Kristin Roesler
My mother sends her condolence’s and love too. Elaine Albrecht
Lisa A Hertling says
So sorry for your loss Patty! Unreal thinking about you
Tom & Cynthia Rieke says
To The Family of Jack Kiecker:
We are so very sorry for your loss! May God give you strength at this time.