Glenn Zellmann, 56, Young America
Glenn D. Zellmann, 56, of Young America, died Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017.
The funeral service was held Monday, Jan. 16, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America with the Rev. Eric Hutchison officiating.
Casket bearers were Don Zellmann, Mike Zellmann, David Zellmann, Lee Bessel, Bruce Bessel, Duane Bartels, Ralph Pawelk and Kris Raether.
Interment was in the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery.
Glenn Zellmann was born June 9, 1960, in Waconia, the son of Curtis and Dorothy (Bessel) Zellmann. He was baptized June 26, 1960, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America by the Rev. Schuelt, and was confirmed April 7, 1974, at St. John’s Lutheran Church by the Rev. Henry Frey. On May 8, 1982, he was united in marriage to Debra J. Knick at First Lutheran Church in Glencoe by the Rev. Harvey Kath.
He grew up on a farm with his three brothers, Larry, Keith and Kevin. A household of boys had to be playing sports. Whether it be football or baseball in the yard, or hockey on whatever patch of ice they could find in the driveway, Glenn and Kevin always had to win. It also was on the farm and with a good family that he learned the importance of hard work and good values.
He grew up and met the love of his life at the Pla-Mor Ballroom in Glencoe. The couple went on to marry on May 8, 1982. Mr. Zellmann loved Debbie and his only child, Melissa, more than anything in the world. He loved spending time with his family, talking, joking around and just being together. His competitive nature shined through playing games, as he would yell out the answer to any question, regardless of whose turn it was or what team he was on. He never stopped during Pass-the-Pigs, insisting on getting100 points in one turn, only to get 80 and go back to zero.
He was very proud of his daughter and was happy when she got married. On that day, he gained a son whom he loved as his own. His favorite pastime was to hang out with his wife and best friend, whether it be bike riding, going for a walk, or going out to eat for lunch.
Other things he enjoyed were watching and playing sports. He was always up for a snuggle with his dog and best buddy, Gunner, in front of the TV watching the Vikes or the Gophers.
He was a pitcher on a modified softball team that won a state tournament. He also coached his daughter’s softball team. He enjoyed visiting his brothers at the farm and helping out whenever he could. He insisted on lending a helping hand to anyone who needed it.
A smile was always on his face, one that will never be forgotten.
He is survived by his loving family: wife, Debbie; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Anthony Elling of Chaska; brothers, Larry Zellmann, Keith Zellmann and Kevin Zellmann, all of Young America; mother-in-law, Bernice Knick of Glencoe; sister-in-law, Sherri (Mike) Urban of Glencoe; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Curtis and Dorothy Zellmann; father-in-law, Eugene Knick; and grandparents.
Arrangements were with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia, www.johnsonfh.
com.
