Service Information
Patrick “Pat” Kalenberg, husband of Connie, age 67, of Dassel, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Mayo Hospital, Methodist Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.
Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, Minnesota with interment in Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, 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 chapel.
Military Honors by the Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad.
Obituary
Patrick “Pat” Henry Kalenberg was born on July 25, 1955, in New Ulm, Minnesota. He was the son of Stephen and Maria (Sanchez) Kalenberg. Pat was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in his faith as a youth. He received his education in Hutchinson. Pat received his GED in 1974 while in the military. He furthered his education at Hutchinson Vo-Tech College where he received an Associate’s Degree in Machine Tool and Die.
Pat entered active military service in the United States Marine Corps on July 27, 1972, and was stationed at Andrews Airforce Base. He served his country during Vietnam. Pat received an Honorable Discharge on July 26, 1976, in Washington D.C., and achieved the rank of Sergeant.
On October 6, 1978, Pat was united in marriage to Connie Hogan at Assembly of God Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with two children, Toni and Kyle. Prior to this marriage, Pat was briefly married, that marriage was blessed with one son, Patrick Ecklund. Pat and Connie resided in Hutchinson, and later moved to Dassel, Minnesota. Pat and Connie shared 44 years of marriage.
Pat was employed as a machinist at multiple businesses, most recently HTI in Hutchinson. He retired in 2016.
Pat enjoyed bowling, going for motorcycle rides, golfing, fixing things and watching old western movies. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
Pat passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Mayo Hospital, Methodist Campus in Rochester, Minnesota, at the age of 67 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Pat is survived by his:
Wife, Connie Kalenberg of Dassel, MN;
Children, Toni Fischer and her husband, Kevin of Hutchinson, MN,
Kyle Kalenberg and his wife, Tyriina of Hutchinson, MN,
Patrick Eckland of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Zoey Fischer, Kendallyn and Diana Kalenberg;
Siblings, Helen Smith of OK,
Ellen Caroline and her husband, Mike of Apopka, FL,
Tom Kalenberg and his wife, Sue of Gillette, WY,
Manny Kalenberg of Kissimmee, FL,
Christopher Kalenberg of Orlando, FL,
David Kalenberg and his wife, Amy of Davie, FL;
Brothers-in-law, Terry Hogan and his wife, Linda,
Randy Hogan,
Tim Hogan and his wife, Sandy;
Many other relatives and friends.
Pat is preceded in death by his Parents, Stephen and Maria Kalenberg; Brother, Stephen Kalenberg; Sister, Liz Kalenberg; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Eugene and Gladys Hogan; Brother-in-law, Joe Dorn; Sister-in-law, Carmen Kalenberg.
Ronald Kalenberg says
Pat you were always a Good Man. You could build or make anything. I’m glad you found Peace. They say Heaven is Beautiful ?????. Your going to be Greeted by some of Greatest.
Renee Gaspar says
Connie, Sorry to hear about the loss of Pat. Thinking of you & your family!
Renee
Tracy and Arnie Jorgensen says
Prayers for you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
Barb Johnson Portele says
My sincere sympathy to the family.
Judy Coleman says
My heart breaks for his entire family. So young and too soon.
Karen Raske says
Connie and family,
My deepest sympathy at your loss of Pat. Hugs.
Patty Marconcini says
Connie and family…so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing..you are in our thoughts
Janice Heintz says
Sorry Connie to hear this. Our love goes out to you and your families.
Jo Moldestad Reck says
Dear Connie and family~
I am so sorry to read of Pat’s death…you lost him far too soon, I will be holding you close to my heart, and in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days, weeks, and months. I hope all your precious memories will wrap you in
peace, comfort, and smiles as you move forward without him. God bless you all, including Pat~ Love Jo
Valerie J. Thomas says
Connie, so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. I know what your going through and it’s not an easy road to travel. Just keep those memories of all the good times you shared together close in your heart. Those memories and the love and support of your friends and family will help you get through the day’s ahead. Keeping you & your family in my thoughts and prayers. Take care & God Bless.
Gail L Cox says
Connie, You and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers. Never easy….. Gail Cox
Mary Ann Dettman says
Connie, our sympathy to you and your family.
Mary Ann Dettman
Kristi Scott says
Connie- I am so very sorry for your loss. I will pray for you to find strength and peace as you travel this grief journey.
JANE HESTEKIN says
So sorry for your loss. May your many memories sustain you and your family during this very difficult time.
Thought and prayers for you all.
Jim & Heather says
Connie and Family
We are so sorry for your loss
Jim & Heather Reilein says
Connie & family
We are so sorry for your loss
Cindy Remus says
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family
Shirley Hackbarth says
Connie, our condolences to your family. May the Lord give you strength, comfort, and peace.
Kristi L Lang says
Connie, So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, my deepest sympathy.
Bonnie Lickfelt says
Dearest Connie….
I’m so sorry to hear about Pat’s passing. May the good memories you have of Pat give you comfort during this difficult time.
Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Corrine (Anderson) Peterson says
So sorry to hear of Pat’s passing, my sympathies to you Connie and your family. I have fond memories of the Kalenberg family when we were neighbors on the farm years ago. Praying for comfort for your family through this sad time
Kathy Remus says
Connie, my deepest sympathies on your loss of Pat. You are in my prayers for comfort and peace.
DeAnn Mickolichek says
Connie and family sorry for your loss, treasure your memories. Sending prayers .
Roxann Siedschlag says
Connie so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Prayers to you and the family.
Mary Provencher Dall.an says
Connie, so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Mary
Vonnie Siemsen says
Connie, so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. May you find comfort and strength in your precious memories together.
Shirley Ludowese says
Connie,
So sorry to hear Pat’s passing.
Prayers & hugs during this difficult time.
Tom Bipes says
Connie:
I’m sorry for your loss, Pat was a good friend and always kind and empathic to everyone. I was fortunate to know him in his early years, and sad I did not know him later in life. Days to come will be hard, please reach out to talk if you are so inclined.
Jolene (Jo) Reck says
Dear Connie and Family~ I am so sorry to read of Pat’s death. I just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers, and on my heart at this especially hard time. I hope that all your precious memories of him will give you peace and comfort, and even a few good laughs in the weeks and months ahead. God be with you all~ Jo (Moldestad) Reck