Service Information
Randy Pagenkopf, age 65, of Winthrop passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023, in rural Henderson, Minnesota.
Funeral Service will be Monday, November 27, 2023, 11:00 A.M. at Peace Lutheran Church in Winthrop with interment in the Winthrop Cemetery.
Visitation will be Sunday, November 26, 2023, from 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. and will continue one hour prior to the service, ALL at Peace Lutheran Church.
Obituary
Randy Lee Pagenkopf was born on November 30, 1957, in Gaylord, Minnesota. He was the son of John and Loretta (Gehrke) Pagenkopf. Randy was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth, both at First Lutheran Church in Winthrop. He received his education in Winthrop and was a graduate of Winthrop High School Class of 1977.
On November 15, 2020, Randy was united in marriage to Deborah Thomas at Peace Lutheran Church in Winthrop. After their marriage, the couple resided in Winthrop. Randy was employed for HTI, Dairyland Pest Control, Winfield and Heartland Corn Products. Most recently he owned and operated Randy’s Pest Control in Winthrop.
Randy was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Winthrop, the Trappers Association and Gibbon Sportsman Club.
Randy was a true outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and trapping. Randy always had a fantastic garden that he shared with everyone. He was a great craftsman and was very creative. He took every opportunity to teach anyone about his favorite hobby – trapping. Randy cherished the time he spent with his family and friends.
Randy passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in rural Henderson, Minnesota, at the age of 65 years. Blessed be his memory.
Randy is survived by his:
Wife, Deborah Lee Pagenkopf of Winthrop, MN;
Daughter, Alisa Ane Byro and her husband, Josh of Winthrop, MN;
Step Children, Rebecca (Chris) Yurchick, Ricky (Allison) Meadows;
Grandchild, Gavin Byro;
Step Grandchildren, Meadow and Willow Yurchick, London, Jonah, Harper and Bailey Meadows;
Sister, Mavis Pautz and her husband, Brian of Gibbon, MN;
Brother, Bradley Pagenkopf and his wife, Jessica of Glencoe, MN;
Nephews and Nieces, Paul, Jonathan and James Pautz; Jackson, Shana and Keisha Prafke and Cassie Ling;
And very special hunting and trapping buddies;
Many other relatives and friends.
Randy was preceded in death by his Parents, John and Loretta Pagenkopf; Sister, Bonnie Lee Pagenkopf.
Connie Stalmach says
Debbie, We are so sorry to hear about Randy’s passing. Randy was a very nice guy that we enjoyed meeting in WV. We will be praying for you and his family and friends. If there is anything we can do for you please don’t hesitate to let us know. Love you, Connie & Ricky
Matt Weise says
Randy was friend, mentor, and like a brother to me. So many great memories together. I will meet you on the hunting fields and trapping lines in heaven. Thank you for all you taught me.
Ann Briard says
I’m so very sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. He’s an old friend of mine from close to 30 years ago. He was always a nice person and fun to be around. May he RIP
Michael Bushard says
I’m saddened to hear of Randy’s passing. I always enjoyed my conversations with Randy through the years. My sympathies and prayers through this difficult time.