"So sorry to find out about Al-he was such a nice charismatic man that I'm sure you will/do all miss dearly."
In loving memory of
Allen "Al" Kuebelbeck
April 4, 1941 - January 16, 2014
Allen Al Kuebelbeck, age 72 of rural, Little Falls, MN, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2014, at his home surrounded by his loving family following a courageous battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M.on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding, MN.A private family burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery in Harding at a later date.
Visitation will be held at 3:00 -8:00 P.M. Friday, January 24, 2014 at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls and at the church one hour prior to the service on Saturday.
Allen Al Kuebelbeck was born on April 4, 1941, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, the tenth of twelve children born to Max & Cecilia (Storkamp) Kuebelbeck.He attended grade school in St. Joseph and St. Johns Prep in Collegeville.He continued his education at St. Cloud State.He was united in marriage to Mary Surowski on October 5, 1961 at St. Anthonys Catholic Church in St. Cloud.The couple made their home in St. Cloud.Als work brought him to many communities including Randall, Little Falls, Spooner, WI.Al worked for 44 years in the boating industry which included Larson and Crestliner in Little Falls and Lund in Shell Lake, WI.He officially retired on October 14, 2013 due to his declining health.When not working, Al enjoyed gardening, kept an immaculate lawn, hunting, fishing, and family pool partiesAl was also active in his church, Holy Cross, in Harding where he served in many roles.He was passionate about spending time with all his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Al was a member of many organizations including Community Development in Little Falls, Camp Ripley Citizens Committee, Harding Sportsmens Club, Military Historical Society of Minnesota and Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding.By working with these organizations, Al was able to give back to his community which was his passion.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Mary of Little Falls; children, Keith (Nancy) Kuebelbeck of Andover, MN, Kimberly (Matt Leisch) Moroni of Lindstrom, MN, Joel (Joan) Kuebelbeck of McGregor, MN, Leah (Kevin) Nelson of St. Joseph, MN, Jennifer (Ross) Wamre of Little Falls, MN, Chris (Brent) Kuebelbeck Wittwer of Little Falls, MN, and Lynn (Gary) Gadacz of Elk River, MN; brothers, Richard (Helen) Kuebelbeck of St. Joseph, MN, James (Carol) Kuebelbeck of St. Joseph, MN, Kenneth Kuebelbeck of St. Cloud, MN, and Jay Kuebelbeck of St. Cloud, MN; sisters, Pauline Hoover of St. Cloud, MN, Mary Johannes of St. Joseph, MN, Margaret Reber of Monticello, MN, Ethel Meagher of Paynesville, MN, Carol (Ernie) Opatz of St. Wendell, MN, and Jeanette (Len) Faughn of South St. Paul, MN; 24 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Al was preceded in death by his parents Max and Cecilia Kuebelbeck and brother, John Kuebelbeck.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Holy Cross Building Fund, Essentia Health Oncology Department in Brainerd and the American Red Cross.
Tributes
"Sorry for your loss, he he lived a good life "
"Move over Noah you have competiton coming John Monahan"
"Mary & Family, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy to you all."
"So sorry for your loss. May Gods hands give you strength during this difficult time. Tight hugs and prayers,"
"Mary and family, May God Bless you all. Al will always be with you. He was good person, but an even better husband and father. The lessons we all learned from him have made our lives richer."
"Dear Aunt Mary and family, When I was in 8th grade I asked Uncle Al to by my confirmation sponsor because I thought he was cool and I wanted to be like him. I am sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. Joe Hoover"
"Al, you were a friend that I will miss dearly. I thank your family for sharing you with all of us in the boating industry. We were all blessed to know you as a person and a mentor. Your passion for family and the industry I love were unmatched by most. God Bless everyone during this time, Jimmy, Allie, Chelsea and Lindsay Bell"
"My heart is with all of you and so sorry that you have had to say goodbye to such a special man. I have always admired Godfather Al and loved to hear the stories of the past that were made from our families. I feel very lucky to have been able to call him my Godfather and wished only for more time to build our relationship together. His laughter and amazement over the dogs I loved and I know now he will be my angel to help me accomplish my dreams for them. In reading these condolences it makes me smile to know what he has done for others and will continue to do. He was a true blessing to so many. We will all meet again someday and mom and Al will have it all ready for us. I wish for peaceful days for all of you and the hope for brighter days to ease the pain. Goodbye for now Godfather Al, love you..."
"My sympathies to the family. Al was always a gentleman and a friend who supported my television endeavors. I willl miss him. May he rest in peace."
"Our deepest Sympathy to Al's family and friends in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. The Dowco Team."
"so sorry for ur loss"
"Dear Kuebelbeck family.... Feeling so sad for you all at this tough time! Al was just a wonderful man....one of the most caring that I have ever known. I remember that he came to be with us at mom's wake and it meant so much to us! He also came to my sister Kara's (who is his goddaughter) husband Randy Karnowski's cancer benefit that we had for him too. When you needed him, he was there! Your family was the reason we made our move from St Cloud to Randall and I am so grateful for that! Had the most wonderful memories growing up close to this good family! God Bless and remember that the ones we love are never truly gone...they live on in the hearts and minds of those who loved them, and he was truly loved! Love you all very much! Sue"
""Miss Me -- But let me Go" Author Unknown When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no-rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little -- but not too long And not with your head bowed low. Rmember the love that we once shared, Miss me -- but let me go. For this is a journey that we all must take and each must go alone. It's all a part of the Master's plan, A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick of heart Go-to-the friends we know And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds. Miss Me -- but let me go."
"so sorry for ur loss al was a great guy I had fun when I was kid finishing with him n tony on the lake hes going to be missed thoughts n prayers r with his family seth n terry rasmussen"
"I have known Al since 1991 when I first moved to the Brainerd area to work for In-Fisherman. Al was a valued client and an even better friend and he will be missed by all in the boating/fishing industries. I appreciated Al's kindness and pleasant demeanor; he was a good man, respected by all who knew him. Stu Legaard"
"My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Kuebelbeck family. Including extended family and friends. "
"I was saddened to hear about your recent loss. My prayers & condolences go out to the WHOLE Kuebelbeck family. I pray that you and your family can feel the love and support of your friends, as well as the comforting peace that only God can give. May your pain be lightened knowing he is in Heaven without pain & suffering. He was great MAN!!! In Sympathy, Jennifer Hubbard"
"Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of a wonderful, fun and caring man.......I am so very sorry! "
"I was very sad to hear about your loss, my deepest sympathy goes out to the Kuebelbeck family and the numerous friends of Al and Mary. I have fond memories and I'm thankful I had the opportunity to know Al. I have great admiration for Al and will always remember his kind heart."
"To the Kuebelbeck Family- Sending thoughts and prayers during this diffcult time. Al was a wonderful man. I worked at Genmar and loved seeing Al when he would come to Minneapolis. He made a point to say hi and ask how's your family Julie. May you find peace and comfort as you deal with your loss. "
"Kuebelbeck clan! My dearest sympathies to the entire family. I will always have fond, treasured memories of Al and what a super man he was. I'm so sorry he had to go. Heaven just got a little brighter :)"
"Dear Aunt Mary and family -- I am so so saddened by the loss of Uncle Al. It just doesn't seem possible. When I saw him at the reunion in July I would have never guessed that something like this would happen. My heart goes out to you all during this sad time. I am feeling the sorrow deeply in my heart all the way out here in California. With much love, Dede"
"It is with heavy heart that I write this to Al's family..My sincere sympathies go out to you all.. Like Al I have been in the Marine industry many many years and after the economic collapse a few years ago I got caught up in layoffs like so many did. All gave me the job at Larson and its been a great pleasure to have helped him build the company he loved so much back up again to its former glory... We have a lot of work ahead but because of ground work and direction laid down by Al...He'll be with us all in spirit for many years to come.. I'm proud to say I knew and worked with him.. Ken Schindle "
"Mary and family - You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace and comfort at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy."
"Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and you have my Deepest Sympathy. Al was a great part of my life growing-up. There are endless memories from deer camp to seeing him at many sporting events. It was always enjoyable being around Al and his family. He was a great person. Ken Molitor"
"Mary and family, Al was a wonderful person and I am honored to have known him. I worked at Genmar and have many fond memories. He was a great leader and respected by many. Blessings to all of you during this difficult time, Beth Whittaker"
"Our thoughts and prayers to the whole Kuebelbeck family. Al was a man who made a difference in the lives of many. Peace in your hearts with your many beautiful memories. Dan & Connie Fenske"
"Mary and family, So, so sorry to hear of Al's passing. We spent many long hours together through some really tough times at Larson Boats, and his memory will certainly live on with me. He was a solid role model and mentor, and as our relationship grew stronger...a cheerleader for me and a coach when I needed it. More importantly, you should know that many, many times we would share our thoughts on family and friends, and how taking care of business was our way of taking care of those we loved. Al ALWAYS had his family at the top of his list, even when the job sometimes took more of his time than it should. He was proud enough to share the pride he had in all of you with me, and I was honored that he took the time to share his pride with me. I remember him stressing that he couldn't get away to go to see a grandson play in the Little League World Series...but you guys should know he had those games live on his computer in the office and he was watching EVERY MINUTE while pretending to us that he was working! You know he was always with you guys, even when he couldn't be. Now he is with you every moment, and will be your guardian angel the rest of your lives. Al impacted the lives of so many people for so many years that his impact on me seems almost trivial...but if the impact was so big on me in the few years we had together, just imagine the total impact he had not only on the family, but on thousands of lives that are better today for having had Al in their lives, even for a short time. I can't imagine the sorrow at loosing him, but always remember he lives on in the lives of those he touched...and that is a lot of lives! With sincere regards, Mike and Barb O'Connell"
"Your Family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time."
"Family of Al Kuebelbeck, I would like to offer our deepest sympathy on his passing. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all who knew him. In Sympathy, Shane Wester and Family."
"Mary and family, Its hard to understand why Al was taken from you, but find comfort in knowing that you were the most important and special part of his well lived life. May happy memories carry you through this time of sorrow. Wonderful memories are what your family has given to us. We send our deepest sympathy from your friends at this time of sadness. All our love. Ted,Sherry and family."