Delbert Wieling of Melrose, Minnesota passed away on October 15, 2022 at the age of 80. He was born on October 12, 1942, in Melrose, Minnesota where he grew up in New Munich, MN on the family farm.
He graduated from Melrose High School in 1961. He then graduated with a Mechanical Draftsman Degree in 1963. In June 1965, he married Marian Thomes. They were married for 57 years. He worked as a DHIA supervisor for 25 years. He also delivered newspapers for 50 years, retiring in April 2022.
Del was actively involved in the Eagles Club for over 30 years. He delivered for Meals on Wheels for 25 years and Fare Share for over 35 years. He was an avid bowler.
Del is survived by his wife Marian; children Deb (Glen) Schave, Tom (special friend Shannon), Randy (Deb), Dave (Nancy), Lisa and Jammie (Gail) and 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; sister Joyce (Ted) Westendorf; and sister-in-laws, Bernie Wieling and Ruth Wieling.
Del was preceded in death by his parents, Hugo and Rose Wieling; daughter Jolene Wieling; his three brothers, Roger, Norman and Donald as well as a great granddaughter, Melanie Walsvik.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at St Mary’s Church, 755 Kraft Drive SE, Melrose, MN 56352 on October 29, 2022 at 11:00 am. Visitation with the family will begin at 9:00 am at the church. Interment to follow at St Mary’s Cemetery. Lunch to follow service.
Please consider making a donation in his honor to Meals on Wheels.
The family would like to thank the St. Cloud Hospital ER department and the ICU team for the care and compassion they showed our loved one in his final days.
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