John Tesch

John Tesch, age 75 of Barrett, Minnesota, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the St. Cloud Hospital.

Celebration of Life for John Tesch will be held Wednesday, September 18, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. with a time of sharing at 4:30 p.m. at the Erickson-Smith Funeral Home in Hoffman, MN.

John Michael was born on October 26, 1948, in Otter Tail County, Parkers Prairie, to Arnold & Mildred Tesch. He grew up in Parkers Prairie on the farm with two brothers and three sisters. He was united in marriage to Lillie Breeding on January 31, 1970.

John enjoyed time spent with his family. He cherished family trips outside of Minnesota enjoying the beautiful scenery. He loved being outdoors on his farm, in his vegetable garden, attending the annual country music festivals, hunting and fishing the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

John is survived by his children: Derek (Ann) Tesch, Tina Larson, Tiffanie Tesch, and Aaron (Sheri) Tesch; eight grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; sisters: Mary Ann and Cathy; and brothers: Tom (Ruth) and Mark; sister-in-law: Kelly (Wayne) Beran; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Arnold and Mildred Tesch; his wife: Lillie; and sister: Nancy.

Arrangements are with Erickson-Smith Funeral Home in Hoffman, MN.