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George J. Nehl, of Lindstrom, passed into the loving arms of Jesus Dec. 30, 2006.

He is preceded in death by parents, Louis and Tillie; son, Raymond; and grandson, Rodney.

He is survived by loving wife of 50 years, Pearl; children: Cindy Axelson, Michael (Robin) Nehl, Joel (Angelica) Nehl and Louise (Michael) Zemlicka; 13 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sisters: Mary and Sr. Terrence and many other loving family members.

Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007, at St. Bridget of Sweden Catholic Church, Lindstrom. Visitation Wednesday, 5-8 p.m., at Grandstrand Funeral Home, Lindstrom, 651-257-4000 and also one hour prior to Mass at the church. Burial at Fort Snelling Cemetery.

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