Douglas Dean Salzwedel's obituary , Passed away on August 31, 2025 in Hastings, Minnesota

Douglas Dean Salzwedel

July 9, 1934 - August 31, 2025 (91 years old)

Hastings, Minnesota

Douglas Dean Salzwedel's obituary , Passed away on August 31, 2025 in Hastings, Minnesota

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Douglas Dean Salzwedel

July 9, 1934 - August 31, 2025 (91 years old)

Hastings, Minnesota

Douglas Dean Salzwedel Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Douglas Dean Salzwedel of Hastings, Minnesota, who passed away at the age of 91, on August 31, 2025. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Douglas Dean Salzwedel to show support.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Douglas may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl Salzwedel and Martha Salzwedel (Hein); his brothers, Robert and Lawrence Salzwedel; and his grandson Josh Beebe.

He is survived by: his wife Betty Lou; and his children, Amy Gartzke (Rainer), Robert Salzwedel (Kelly) and Bill Salzwedel (Rosemary). He is also survived by eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

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St. John Lutheran Church
202 8th St W, Hastings, MN 55033

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Sep 15

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St. John Lutheran Church
202 8th St W, Hastings, MN 55033

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Sep 16

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