Arlin Pahl Obituary
The world bids farewell to Arlin Pahl of Decorah, Iowa, departing on January 8, 2026 at the age of 76. Arlin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Arlin Pahl or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Thelma Pahl (Johnson) and Ray Pahl; his brothers, Ken Allen and Fred Pahl; his nephew Steve Gaffey; and his granddaughter Marissa Engelhardt.
He is survived by: his wife Margaret; his grandchildren, Teressa Kadlec (Brandon), Stacy Engelhardt (Rob) and Brian Pahl; his siblings, Emma Kadlec, Jordan Pahl, Hannah Pahl and Lexie Bakken (Cody); his in-laws, Patty Frana, Barb Shatek (Allen), Jane Lechtenberg, Norbert Lechtenberg Jr., Mary Hoyme (Shannon Benson) and Flavia Lechtenberg; and his brothers-in-law, Mike Lechtenberg and Gary Lechtenberg.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 14th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Helms Funeral Home (306 E Water St, Decorah, IA 52101). A funeral service was held on Thursday, January 15th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
