Service Information
Linda K. Pagenkopf, age 73, of Lake Minnie-Belle, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024, at her home.
Memorial Service will be Monday, November 25, 2024, 11:00 A.M., at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be Sunday, November 24, 2024, from 4:00-7:00 P.M., at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Linda Kaye Pagenkopf was born on March 28, 1951, in Adrian, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Leo and Jean (Janshen) Pomranke. Linda was baptized as an adult at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She received her education in Worthington, Minnesota, and was a graduate with the Worthington High School class of 1969. Linda furthered her education at Vo-Tech School in Mankato, Minnesota
On April 16, 1994, Linda was united in marriage to Guy Pagenkopf at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. Linda and Guy resided in Hutchinson from 1994-1997, before making their home on Lake Minnie-Belle. They shared 30 years of marriage.
Linda was employed as a coater operator at 3M for 34 years before retiring in 2009. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
Linda loved walking and whale watching in Maui, Hawaii. She enjoyed going on pontoon and ATV rides around Lake Minnie-Belle. Linda also enjoyed tending to her flowers, and gardening. She especially enjoyed time spent with her family, Minnesota friends, Maui friends, coffee ladies, and her cats.
Linda passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024, at her home on Lake Minnie-Belle, at the age of 73 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Linda is survived by her:
Husband, Guy Pagenkopf of Lake Minnie-Belle;
Mother, Jean Pomranke of Willmar, MN;
Siblings, Billy Pomranke and his wife, Peggy of Mankato, MN,
Danny Pomranke and his wife, Marlys of Willmar, MN,
Daryle Pomranke of Mankato, MN;
Parents-in-law, Earl and Sharon Pagenkopf of Stewart, MN;
Sisters-in-law, Tammy Schaufler of Stewart, MN,
Cindy Exsted and her husband, Wayne of Biscay, MN,
Robin Van Remortel and her husband, Paul of De Pere, WI;
Special Friend, Connie Pomranke of Mankato, MN;
Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Linda is preceded in death by her Father, Leo Pomranke; Brother-in-law, Roger Schaufler.
Larry & Gayle Maurer says
Our deepest sympathy to Guy and families
Barb & Tuffy says
Guy ~
We are so sorry for your loss. Linda was such wonderful person and friend to all.
Please know that we are praying for you and families.
Wish I could give you a hug……..
Virginia kirchoff says
Our hearts are broken for you and we pray God’s strength and His love to guide you. Linda was a beautiful person and will be missed by all. God’s blessings always.
Ginny & Jim Kirchoff
Donna (Ondracek) Engelen says
Guy, I have no words. I shocked and saddened to see this. Linda was one of the best! My deepest sympathies.
Cathie Spizzirri says
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Linda’s smile and laugh were infectious and she made everyone around her feel her warmth. I was blessed to have met her and spend time with her over the last several years while on vacation at the Papakea. She will be missed. Prayers for Guy and all that love her and feel this loss. May she rest in peace.
Robin (Pagenkopf) Van Remortel says
We have had many great family times over the years with Guy and Linda. Linda, you will forever be in our hearts and we will miss you immensely. Take care Guy and know we are always there for you…Love you, Robin, Paul & Family.
Diane Templin says
I’m in shock— Guy so very sorry to hear about linda’s passing— she was such a beautiful person & Will forever be missed—-Rest In Peace— Linda My Condolences to Guy & All Family of Linda
claire sigurdsson says
Rest in peace sweet Linda. I will miss your kindness and your sweet smile. John and Claire Sigurdsson.
Jeff Linden & Lori Palmer says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Guy. Great memories of volleyball on the beach and pontoon rides.
Cheryl Buboltz says
Guy…I am so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. You have my deepest sympathies.
Jean Oleson says
OMG!! Im in shock! Linda was such a vibrant and loving person. I always enoyed seeing photos of the 2 of you in Hawaii enjoying life.
My heart goes out to you Guy,,,Dear Linda rest in peace..
Larry and Renae DeGrote says
We were so sorry to hear this sad news. Sending thoughts and prayers to you Guy and all of the family!
Donna Meyer says
Guy— So sorry to hear about Linda’s passing, Great Lady
Sending prayers and Hugs
Mike Daak says
Sorry for your loss Guy. Prayers to you and your family.
Gisela von Dran says
It is with great shock to read about Linda’s passing. She was so beautiful, kind, and fun. Meeting her on her morning walks, feeding the Maui cats, made the day start out right. She was one of a kind and will be missed sorely. Guy, I feel so sorry for your terrible loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kevin and Judy Hierlmaier says
Guy-I am so sorry for your loss! Linda was a sweet heart! May God be with you through this difficult time!
Ashley Egan says
Guy, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Linda. We love you both as family, and are grateful for the wonderful memories we were able to create together. We will miss her very much. Sending hugs and strength to you, and peace and rest to our beloved Linda.
Shane, Ashley, Mick, Griffin, and Rex
Lee and Carolyn Halbur says
Guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you that you my find peace and solice
Colleen Menze says
Guy, I’m still in shock over hearing about Linda’s passing. You two were such a great couple. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Tim and Dawn Halverson says
Guy, we are so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. Keeping you in our prayers.
Chuck Stenberg says
Guy, prayers for you and your family.
Tom benson says
Guy, I am very sorry to hear Linda’s passing.
Charlie and Kim Schimmelpfennig says
Guy, our hearts break for you. Words cannot express the loss. Linda was a wonderful lady, cherish the memories. We had so many great times with you two. We will keep you in our prayers.
Scot and Sheila Trongard says
Our deepest sympathy, so sorry to hear this. Linda always had a smile on her face, God Bless! We will keep you in our prayers Guy.
JoAnn Gueningsman says
Guy Iam so sorry for your loss. Linda was a beautiful lady. Prayers for you and your family.
Sue Senne says
My deepest sympathies, Guy and families. Remembering Linda as a beautiful person inside and out! May you hold those precious memories close to your heart. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Ken and Eileen Kuttner says
Our deepest sympathy to all of Linda’s family. So sorry for your loss.
Jim & Michele says
Guy we were shocked and devastated thinking this can’t be real our prayers are with you.
Marv Seller says
Guy, So very sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She was a beautiful person inside & out. Always enjoyed working together with her @ 3M. My deepest Smypathy to you & the families.
Jerome and Marge Streich says
So sorry to hear of your loss of Linda, Guy. Our prayers are with you. God bless,
Jerome and Marge
Steve Jensen says
Guy, I’m so sorry.
Shane Retzlaff says
So sorry for your loss Guy , deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers to all.
Twyla Waller says
Guy and Families,
Our deepest sympathy to all. Linda always had a smile on her beautiful face! Blessed be her memories.
Prayers to all to get thru this difficult time.
Love,
Twyla & Chuck
Jody Nelson says
Guy, Mark and I are devastated by this news. Linda was such a wonderful person and I can’t stop thinking of her and all our fun times in Maui together. We will celebrate her life with you when we are all together in her favorite place. We love you so much!
Mark and Jody Nelson
Becky Krulikosky says
Guy, So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. I use to love working with her. She was one of them fun 3M people you never forgot.
She had a beautiful soul. Such a kind person.
Prayers to you Guy and all the family at this difficult time.
Sylvia Bunke says
So sorry to hear about Linda’s passing, Guy you have my deepest sympathy.
Marj & Nic Frieler & Family says
Guy and Families, So sorry and shocked to hear of Linda’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a kind and special Lady.
Misty A Rice says
My sincere condolences Guy. I really enjoyed helping Linda such a sweet lady.
Thoughts and prayers ? to you and your family
Rick & Julie Molitor says
Sending our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Mary Beth and Jim Schaufler says
We’re very sorry for your loss, Guy, families and friends. Linda’s kind heart and warm smile will never be forgotten. With sincere sympathy and prayers.
Bonnie Evans says
I am so sorry to hear about our Maui friend, Linda’s passing. She always had a smile and an aura about her that attracted people. Linda loved Maui so much and never got tired of watching the humpback whales. Guy and Linda were a perfect match. I feel for you Guy and the enormous ache you feel. Lean on your family and friends. They care about you.
Janice (Schwartz) Rose says
Guy – sending you my deepest sympathies. I’m sorry that you’ll have to go thru this grief, but you have many friends
& family to turn to when you need to talk. I really am sorry for your loss.
Jennifer Jacobson says
Guy,
I am so sorry for your loss. Think of the “Motley Crew” and how much my parents loved Minniebelle.
Prayers for you!
Jenn Jacobson (Dean and Judy Schroeer’s daughter)
Brian and Wanda Gauer says
Guy, Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and the family.
Marc & Heather Vaillancourt says
We are sending our love and prayers. So sorry for your loss, Guy.
Ben says
Guy – Sorry for your loss.
Janet (Beich) Hall says
So very sorry for the loss of your wife. Thoughts and prayers go out to you.