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Dean A. Ruzicka

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Dean Alan Ruzicka, age 55, of Winsted, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at his home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Silver Lake, Minnesota.

Gathering of Family and Friends will be held Tuesday, November 15, 2022, from 4:00-7:00 P.M., at Holy Family Catholic Church in Silver Lake with Parish Prayers at 6:30 P.M. Gathering will continue Wednesday, November 16, 2022, from 9:30-10:30 A.M., with a Rosary Service at 10:30 A.M, all at the church.

Memorials preferred.

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Holy Family Catholic Church
720 Main Street W
Silver Lake, MN
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Holy Family Catholic Church
720 Main Street W
Silver Lake, MN
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Funeral Chapel
Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel
899 Highway 15 South
Hutchinson, MN 55350
Phone:(320) 587-2128
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Obituary

Dean Alan Ruzicka was born on October 18, 1967, in Winsted, MN. He was the son of Clifford Jr. and Marie (Kulinski) Ruzicka. Dean was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth. He received his education at Silver Lake High School and was a graduate of the Class of 1986. Dean furthered his education at Minnesota West Community Technical College where he received a Robotics Automation Degree and a Manufacturing Engineering
Technology degree. Dean recently completed his Bachelors of Business Management Degree at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, Minnesota.

On August 21, 1999, Dean was united in marriage to Jackie Briese at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota. Their marriage was blessed with two children, Dylan and Peighton. Dean and Jackie resided first in Hector, Minnesota, then Hutchinson, Minnesota and later moved to Winsted, Minnesota. They shared 23 years of marriage.

Dean was employed at Hutchinson Technology, Worldwide Dispensers, DRC, Rhino Incorporation, MN Rubber, Webb and Aroplax. His last place of employment was at M & N Structures in Winsted, MN as a Director of Operations. Dean was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Silver Lake, Minnesota. Dean enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, bonfires, working in his shop while listening to his favorite music, cooking, and entertaining family and friends at their home. He also loved long Harley Davidson motorcycle rides and riding in their little white corvette with Jackie. He
especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Dylan and Peighton were Dean’s pride and joy and Jackie was the love of his life.

Dean passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at his home, at the age of 55 years.

Blessed be his memory.

Dean is survived by his:
Wife, Jackie Ruzicka of Winsted, MN;
Children, Dylan (special friend Katherine) and Peighton Ruzicka of Winsted, MN;
Parents, Clifford Jr. and Marie Ruzicka of Winsted, MN;
Siblings, Douglas Ruzicka and his wife, Monica of Montrose, MN,
Deb Habisch and her husband Frank of Winsted,
Dale Ruzicka and his wife, Melody of Dassel, MN,
Daniel Ruzicka and his wife, Connie of Lester Prairie, MN,
Donna Ruzicka and her husband, Jesse of Hutchinson, MN;
Father and Mother-in-law, Dwayne and Dianne Briese of Hutchinson, MN;
Siblings-in-law, Kelly Helgeson and her husband, Ardean of Chaska, MN,
Cory Briese and his wife, Kara of Ramsey, MN
Kristie Dustin and her husband, Eric of Waconia, MN.
Best friends, Rich and Cheryl Bayerl, Lester Prairie, MN and many other amazing friends.
Uncle Dean was adored by a plethora of nieces and nephews.
Dean was blessed with so many people that loved him.

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  1. Julie Craig says

    November 11, 2022 at 5:38 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  2. Tom Black says

    November 12, 2022 at 8:02 am

    Jackie and family,
    I am so sorry to hear of Dean’s untimely passing. He was a good colleague and friend and a great husband and dad that always put family first. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Wishing you much comfort, peace and love.

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  3. Connie Kalenberg says

    November 12, 2022 at 5:32 pm

    Jackie and family
    Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
    May your many memories help carry you through.
    God bless.

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  4. Judy Willett says

    November 14, 2022 at 8:30 am

    Jackie & Family,
    Sending our heartfelt condolences & prayers for Peace , Love & understanding. My heart is breaking for you & in shock! I remember when he asked you out … God gave you Dean & his Love for a long time but it never seems like enough. Just know you are Loved by God & so many around you. I would like to call you (or you call me) when you feel you would like to talk. All our Love Sweetie.. Judy & Daryel

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  5. Cheryl Buboltz says

    November 14, 2022 at 9:37 am

    Marie & Cliff, and all of Dean’s family,

    I am so sorry to hear of Dean’s death. May God comfort you in this difficult time.

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  6. Patty Marconcini says

    November 14, 2022 at 9:38 am

    Jackie and families…so sorry to hear of the loss of Dean..You are in our thoughts

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  7. Char and Bill Lidberg says

    November 14, 2022 at 2:32 pm

    Jackie and family, we are so sorry to hear about Dean blessings to all you.

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  8. Lisa Schoening says

    November 14, 2022 at 7:37 pm

    Jackie and Family,

    We are shocked to hear of Dean’s passing, and no words can describe how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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  9. Heidi Taylor says

    November 14, 2022 at 8:30 pm

    Jackie, Dylan, & Peighton,
    I had the pleasure of meeting Dean only a few times at family get togethers. The one thing that I remember about him is that he was kind. What a blessing if that is the one word that someone remembers you by. I am so very sorry for your loss and you are all in my prayers. – Heidi

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  10. Nancy Pierskalla and family says

    November 15, 2022 at 12:09 pm

    Jackie and family, so sorry for your loss! My condolences! You are in my thoughts and prayers!!! God Bless!

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  11. Shane Retzlaff says

    November 15, 2022 at 7:52 pm

    Jackie and family,
    So sorry for the loss of Dean…..he was a great guy and I have nothing but great memories of him. May you find comfort in one another during this extremely difficult time. Blessed be his memory, thoughts and prayers to all. Shane Retzlaff

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  12. Shirley DeBlock, Norine and Philip Prather says

    November 16, 2022 at 12:06 pm

    Cliff, Marie, Jackie and family,

    So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and keep you in this challenging time.

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  13. Marj & Nic Frieler & Family says

    November 16, 2022 at 12:17 pm

    To the Ruzicka families, so sorry to hear about Dean. Our thoughts and prayers are with you .

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  14. Susie Reichert says

    November 18, 2022 at 7:07 pm

    Jackie and family,
    I can’t imagine what your family is going through and I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss.
    I worked with Dean for 10 months and was truly inspired by his kind and genuine nature.
    My continued thoughts and prayers are with your family.
    God bless your family!

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  15. Melissa Wanous says

    November 20, 2022 at 2:21 pm

    Jackie and the entire Ruzicka family,
    I was saddened to read of Dean’s passing. Hang onto your memories and know that Dean lives on in a place much greater than here on Earth. Praying that you can find comfort in God’s arms and in the fact that Dean continues to watch over all of you.

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