Henry Krell

Krell, Henry of Bloomington, MN, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 29th at the age of 93. Henry was born December 16, 1924 in Lockwood Saskatchewan, Canada to parents David and Katy Krell. Henry spent many years in farming before spending one year attending Briarcrest Bible School in Saskatchewan. This was followed by a year at WEC (Worldwide Evangelical Crusade) International in Ontario, Canada. Henry arrived at Bethany Bible School in Bloomington, MN in November, 1953. During his 66 years at Bethany, Henry had multiple responsibilities with the primary being plumbing and HVAC. Henry married Ruth Grover on September 10, 1954 and they had four children: Philip, Cheryl, Gordon and Randolph. After retiring from plumbing and HVAC, Henry spent many years working at Bethany Press International. He was also the assistant custodian, usher, and trustee of Bethany Church, Bloomington, MN. In 2005, Henry transitioned to Lay Chaplain for Bethany Press International until his passing. Henry is preceded in death by son Randolph Krell. Parents David & Katy Krell. Brothers; Daniel Krell, Peter Krell, Leo Krell, Edward Krell. Sisters; Dorothy Norris, Sarah Rettger, Lydia Rettger, Ida Franks. Henry is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ruth Krell, Children; Philip (Marilyn) Krell of Oklahoma City, OK, Cheryl (Dave) Byer of Minneapolis, MN and Gordon (Lynn) Krell of Shakopee, MN. Grandchildren; Caleb (Jessica) Krell of Washington, D.C., Joshua Krell of Oklahoma City, OK, Sam Byer, Ben Byer, of Minneapolis, MN, Rachel (Ryan) Henry of Burnsville, MN, Jacob Krell, Madison Krell of Shakopee, MN. Great Grandchild, Dalia Luz Weisz-Krell of Washington D.C. Sisters; Esther Wilkinson of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, Margaret Schroeder Of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada and Ruth (Fred) Wjonowski, of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Brother-In-law, Jim Franks of British Columbia, Canada. Many nieces and nephews and many friends. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 7, 2018, 11:00 at Bethany Church in Bloomington, MN with Visitation at 10:00. Interment will follow at Bloomington Cemetery. Washburn-McReavy.com Dawn Valley Chapel 952-941-7686

Published on May 3, 2018