1940
James
2020
James H. Doerr
April 6, 1940 — July 19, 2020
James Harold Doerr, 80, of Red Wing, died Sunday, July 19, 2020, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 6, 1940, in Bowdle, South Dakota to Albert and Mary (Wentz) Doerr. At a young age he moved with his family to Diamond Bluff, Wisconsin. On June 24, 1961, he ws united in marriage to Harriet Reis. For many years they lived in Frontenac. He owned and operated Jim's Auto Body and Jim's Cycle Repair in Frontenac and also worked various business in the area including, DiAcro, Central Research, Tesdall Motors, Mach Tech and SB Foot Tannery. Harriet died on November 25, 1993. He moved to Bayfield, Colorado for a few years and then back to Red Wing. He was a skilled machinist. He enjoyed working with all kinds of machines, rebuilding car and small engines, snowmobling, motorcycling, hunting, fishing and collecting guns. His biggest passion was Mopar cars and parts. He had a 1973 Dodge Dart and 1965 Honda Scrambler motorcycle that he was very proud of. Family was a big part of his life and he enjoyed being with his grandchildren.
Jim is survived by two children, Darlene (Patrick) Cordes of Ellsworth and Steven Doerr of Frontenac; three grandchildren, Stephanie Plote, Lucas (Megan) Peck and Joshua Doerr; one great grandson, Wade Peck and extended family; one sister, Babe (Jim) Enevold of Bay City; one brother, Lester (Laura) Doerr of Hager City along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Harriet; one brother and one sister.
A visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, July 24, 2020, at the Mahn Family Funeral Home, Bodelson-Mahn Chapel. A private family graveside will be at the Greenwood Cemetery in River Falls. Face masks and social distancing are encouraged. The family would like to thank Lisa and her crew from St. Croix Hospice for all their care and compassion. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com.
602 Plum St,
Red Wing, MN 55066
Jim is survived by two children, Darlene (Patrick) Cordes of Ellsworth and Steven Doerr of Frontenac; three grandchildren, Stephanie Plote, Lucas (Megan) Peck and Joshua Doerr; one great grandson, Wade Peck and extended family; one sister, Babe (Jim) Enevold of Bay City; one brother, Lester (Laura) Doerr of Hager City along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Harriet; one brother and one sister.
A visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, July 24, 2020, at the Mahn Family Funeral Home, Bodelson-Mahn Chapel. A private family graveside will be at the Greenwood Cemetery in River Falls. Face masks and social distancing are encouraged. The family would like to thank Lisa and her crew from St. Croix Hospice for all their care and compassion. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com.
Visitation
JUL 24. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CST)
Mahn Family Funeral Home - Bodelson-Mahn Chapel602 Plum St,
Red Wing, MN 55066
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of James H. Doerr, please visit our flower store.
Guestbook
Photo Gallery
Visits: 5
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the
Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors