Thomas Papenfuss Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Thomas Papenfuss (Perham, Minnesota) is shared. Thomas, born on March 28, 1956, passed away on July 5, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Thomas will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Thomas by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Thomas is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Thomas’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Papenfuss and Alvira Papenfuss (Wulf); his brother Gregory; and his father-in-law Lyle Winter. He is survived by: his wife Sheri Papenfuss of New York Mills; his children, Kristi Ravenscraft (Jeremy) of Bertha, Dawn Doll of Smithville, TN, Dena Perry (Chris) of Detroit Lakes, Shasta Squires (Robert) of Menahga and Jacob Papenfuss (Silvia) of Crestview, Florida; his siblings, Gayle Schmidt (Wayne) of Melby, Jerry Papenfuss (Elvira) of Yelleville, AR and Wendy Bosl (Peter) of Long Prairie; and his mother-in-law Doris Winter of Clarissa. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild, many other relatives and a host of friends.
