Eugene William Katz, 85, of Merrifield, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 surrounded by his family. QA Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 26 at Immaculate Heart Catholic Church Crosslake. Interment will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.
Gene was born June 28, 1934 in St. Paul, the son of William and Edna (Hampt) Katz. After graduating high school, Gene enlisted in the US Navy and served his country for more than three years. He went to work with his brother and became a Journeyman Elevator Mechanic. His work ethic extended past his career and into his yard - which was never anything but immaculate. He enjoyed spending time with his sons hunting and fishing. He was a lifetime member of the St. Paul Gun Club of which he was past president.He also was a Champion Skeet Shooter. Gene was proud of his military service and was a lifetime member of the American Legion Nisswa Post #627 and the Jekin's VFW Post #3839. And because he was fond of "being the boss", he was a past Commander at the Nisswa Legion as well. He appreciated classic cars, especially his "55 Olds 98. Gene loved his family and cherished his time with them.
He is survived by his children, Kris (Melissa) Kata, Kelly (Michael) Doyle, and William (Renee) Katz
Gene was born June 28, 1934 in St. Paul, the son of William and Edna (Hampt) Katz. After graduating high school, Gene enlisted in the US Navy and served his country for more than three years. He went to work with his brother and became a Journeyman Elevator Mechanic. His work ethic extended past his career and into his yard - which was never anything but immaculate. He enjoyed spending time with his sons hunting and fishing. He was a lifetime member of the St. Paul Gun Club of which he was past president.He also was a Champion Skeet Shooter. Gene was proud of his military service and was a lifetime member of the American Legion Nisswa Post #627 and the Jekin's VFW Post #3839. And because he was fond of "being the boss", he was a past Commander at the Nisswa Legion as well. He appreciated classic cars, especially his "55 Olds 98. Gene loved his family and cherished his time with them.
He is survived by his children, Kris (Melissa) Kata, Kelly (Michael) Doyle, and William (Renee) Katz
Eugene William Katz, 85, of Merrifield, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 surrounded by his family. QA Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 26 at Immaculate Heart Catholic Church Crosslake. Interment will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.
Gene was born June 28, 1934 in St. Paul, the son of William and Edna (Hampt) Katz. After graduating high school, Gene enlisted in the US Navy and served his country for more than three years. He went to work with his brother and became a Journeyman Elevator Mechanic. His work ethic extended past his career and into his yard - which was never anything but immaculate. He enjoyed spending time with his sons hunting and fishing. He was a lifetime member of the St. Paul Gun Club of which he was past president.He also was a Champion Skeet Shooter. Gene was proud of his military service and was a lifetime member of the American Legion Nisswa Post #627 and the Jekin's VFW Post #3839. And because he was fond of "being the boss", he was a past Commander at the Nisswa Legion as well. He appreciated classic cars, especially his "55 Olds 98. Gene loved his family and cherished his time with them.
He is survived by his children, Kris (Melissa) Kata, Kelly (Michael) Doyle, and William (Renee) Katz
Gene was born June 28, 1934 in St. Paul, the son of William and Edna (Hampt) Katz. After graduating high school, Gene enlisted in the US Navy and served his country for more than three years. He went to work with his brother and became a Journeyman Elevator Mechanic. His work ethic extended past his career and into his yard - which was never anything but immaculate. He enjoyed spending time with his sons hunting and fishing. He was a lifetime member of the St. Paul Gun Club of which he was past president.He also was a Champion Skeet Shooter. Gene was proud of his military service and was a lifetime member of the American Legion Nisswa Post #627 and the Jekin's VFW Post #3839. And because he was fond of "being the boss", he was a past Commander at the Nisswa Legion as well. He appreciated classic cars, especially his "55 Olds 98. Gene loved his family and cherished his time with them.
He is survived by his children, Kris (Melissa) Kata, Kelly (Michael) Doyle, and William (Renee) Katz
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