Service Information
Martin “Marty” Briggs, age 86, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020, at the Hutchinson Health Hospital.
Rescheduled Memorial Service will be held Friday, June 26, 2020, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson with interment in the church cemetery.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2020, from 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Prayer Service will be held Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 7:30 P.M., at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson.
Military Honors by the Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad.
Memorials may be directed to the American Legion Post 96 Foundation: P.O. Box 205, Hutchinson, Minnesota 55350
Social Distancing is encouraged.
Obituary
Martin “Marty” Briggs was born on January 15, 1934, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of Fred Henry and Adelaide Elizabeth (McDonald) Briggs. Martin was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth both at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson. He was a graduate of Hutchinson High School Class of 1952. Martin furthered his education at Minnesota State University, Mankato, for two years.
Martin entered active military service in the United States Navy on March 9, 1953, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and served his country during the Korean War. He received an Honorable Discharge on April 26, 1957, in San Diego, California, and achieved the rank of Aviation Electrician’s Mate Petty Officer 2nd Class.
On July 29, 1961, Martin was united in marriage to Carol Darlene Betker at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with two children, Kristin and Paul. Martin and Carol resided in Hutchinson and shared 58 years of marriage.
Martin was employed at 3M in Hutchinson as a QC Analyst. He retired on January 1, 1994.
Martin was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 906 and the Hutchinson Knights of Columbus Council #4797.
Martin enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and bicycling. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
Martin passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020, at the Hutchinson Health Hospital at the age of 86 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Martin is survived by his:
Wife, Carol Briggs of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Kristin Briggs of New Brighton, MN,
Paul Briggs and his wife, Tania, of Lino Lakes, MN;
Grandchildren, Brita Wigen, Haley Briggs, Keira Briggs, and Andrew Briggs;
Great Grandchildren, Ty, Vinnie, and Jaden;
Brothers-In-Law, Gordon Betker of Hutchinson, MN,
Jim Waldron of Hutchinson, MN;
Sisters-In-Law, Nancy Mackedanz and her husband, LeRoy, of Hutchinson, MN,
Clara Betker of Hutchinson, MN,
Sherrie Bjork of Dassel, MN;
Many loving Nieces and Nephews and many other relatives and friends
Martin is preceded in death by his Parents, Fred and Adelaide Briggs; Siblings, Francis (Pat) Briggs, Leonard (Joyce) Briggs, Margaret (Donald) Bjork, and Kenneth Briggs; Sisters-In-Law, Gloria (Donald) McKimm, Barbara Betker, and Sandra Waldron; Brother-In-Law, Roger Betker.
Donna says
My sympathies to Marty’s family.
Tania says
Thank you kindly, Donna. I will let Carol know.
Bobbi Ludewig says
So sorry for the loss of Marty. He was a great man. God Bless,
Tania Briggs says
Yes he was! We loved him so much. Thank you so much for your prayers.
Geri Johnson says
Our deepest sympathies to Carol, Kristin & Paul and your families. Marty was a great guy! We hold you in our prayers.
Ralph & Geri Johnson
Lucy Schlagel Olsen says
My sympathies to Carol, Kristin, Paul and families. Marty was a great man who was always so pleasant to visit with.
Angela Young says
Martin and I were sad to hear of Marty’s death. We so enjoyed getting to know he and Carol during our RENEW group.
Karen Gordon says
Our prayers are with you, Carol,Kris and Paul. Marty was always an important part of our lives … like a second dad. May the many fond memories bring comfort to you during this most difficult time.
We love you,
Nancy, Karen and Jean Haggenmiller
Maria, Chad, Anna & Aaron says
We will always remember Marty as a quiet, gentle man with a great laugh and smile! Our hearts and prayers are with you all.
Tony Kadlec says
Marty was a good man. Peace to you and your family, Paul.
Tony Kadlec Family
Maryann Knoss Schultz says
Please accept my deepest sympathy!
Allen Benusa says
So sorry to learn about Marty’s passing. I always loved talking to him.
Jenny Riley says
Dear Carol, Paul, Tania, Keira and Andrew. Our sincere condolences on Marty’s passing. May God provide you all with the strength to deal with such great loss. Blessings to you and the rest of the family. Sincerely, Tom and Jenny Riley
timothy briggs says
Marty was a kind and generous man cut of the same cloth as his mother. A life well lived, as an example to us all. To Carol, Kristin and Paul, my prayers are with you. Sorry for your loss.