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Harry R. Mehring
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Harry R. Mehring, age 89, of Carrington, ND, died at Golden Acres Manor, Carrington, on Wednesday, July 29, 2015. Harry Ralph Mehring was born April 15, 1926, the son of Charles and Vera (Perry) Mehring in rural Edmunds, ND. He attended Glacier School District in North Dakota and graduated from the 8th grade in 1940. In 1945, Harry joined the United States Army and was stationed in Okinawa for 20 months during World War II.He maintained electrical generators and engines for the command staff of the United States Army in Okinawa. After the War, Harry attended Wahpeton Technical School for one year. Harry married his bride, June Nieland, on July 10, 1948, in Pingree, ND. They were devoted to each other for 63 years, before June’s death on July 23, 2011. He worked for Ottertail Power Company in Jamestown, ND, as a journey lineman from 1951-1956. Harry also worked extra hours as a mechanic for the Chevrolet Garage and shoveling coal in Jamestown. Their first son, Monte, was born in Jamestown. Harry moved his family to Maddock, ND, in 1956, where he worked for the City of Maddock. For extra income he built grain bins. Their second and third sons, Mitchell and Matthew, were born at that time. The family then moved to Stephen, MN, where Harry purchased a Coast to Coast Hardware Store and where Mason became an addition to the family. In 1972, Harry moved the family back to North Dakota, after selling the store and purchasing his father’s farm in Carrington. He retired from farming the first time, in 1992. Harry later resumed farming in order to stay busy, in addition to, traveling with June in their RV. They continued to live and work on the farm until Harry sold all the equipment in 2007. After which, moving into town, where Harry would be closer to his wife, who then resided in the Golden Acres Nursing Home. He is survived by four sons, Monte (Ruth) Mehring, Overland Park, KS, Mitchell (Jane) Mehring, Humble, TX, Matthew Mehring, Minneapolis, MN, Mason (Lori) Mehring, Fargo, ND, and daughter-in-law, Sona Mehring, Egan, MN; thirteen grandchildren, Nicole (Zac) Schmidt, Paul (Leigh) Mehring, Stephanie (Tyson) Thedinger, Michael Mehring, Andrew Mehring, Eric Cantu, Lauren Mehring, Nicholas (Megan) Mehring, Luke Mehring, Jake Mehring, Grant (Jenna) Mehring, Alex Mehring, Cole Mehring; seven great- grandchildren, Henry and Evelyn Schmidt, Elise, Emory, Greta, Robert Thedinger, and Nora Mehring; brother, Jim (Marlys) Mehring; sister-in-law, Elaine Nieland; many nieces, nephews and relations. Harry is preceded in death by his wife, June and sister, Elsie Pryor
VIGIL SERVICE: Monday, August 3, 2015 at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, ND MASS OF CHRISITIAN BURIAL:
Carrington Cemetery, Carrington, ND |
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Name: Mark Rathe
Date: 8-15-2015
Message: Although I met Harry only a few times at Golden Acres, I thoroughly enjoyed being around him. My mom, Beulah Rathe, was there and sometimes we needed a fourth person for pinochle. Joe Hafner mentioned Harry. He was so kind and had the best attitude and was just a pleasure to play cards with. Once Joe sent me down to Harry's room. He was sitting at his desk in his underwear but said, "Sure, I will do it. Can you get me some pants out of the closet?" So I did and helped him put them on and off we went for pinochle. And of course we had a good time.
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Name: Joyce Rasmussen
Date: August 2, 2015
Message: My heart goes out to you in sympathy in the loss of Harry. I knew your folks when they lived in Maddock and Harry worked for the City.
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Name: Joanne Crandall-Bear
Date: 8/1/15
Message: So sorry to hear of his death! I'm sure he had a great life! I hope to see the rest of you at the reunion if at all possible! God Bless!
Joanne and Dale Crandall-Bear
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Name: Dolores and Bill Morrow
Date: August 1, 2015
Message: Sorry to hear of Harry's death. I am Harry's Cousin Dolores. My mother Anna Peterson was Harry's Dad's sister. We have many fond memories of Harry and enjoyed visiting with Harry and June at those great Mehring reunions. Our thoughts and prayers for Harry and his family. Dolores and Bill Morrow
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Name: AJ C.
Date: 31-Jul-2015
Message: Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Know that God is aware of the tears you are shedding. (Psalm 56:18) He will soon do what is said at Acts 24:15, which promises us of a resurrection of our loved ones. May that bring you hope. Take comfort in your good memories and allow your family and loving friends to help you through this difficult time.
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Name: Marilee Marty
Date: 7/31/15
Message: Sorry to hear of Harry passing. I have many fond memories of the Mehrings and Merdink and Carl kids (to name a few) and of all the coffee parties the ladies had! All of our bikes purchased at Coast to Coast. Thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Marilee
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Name: Don Carl
Date: July 31,2015
Message: Sorry to hear about your father. Had many good memories back in Stephen when you were there. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you guys. your old friend Don
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Name: Chuck and Jan LaMay
Date: 7/30/15
Message: Uncle Harry always made us laugh with his dry sense of humor. We enjoyed hearing of his and Aunt June's travels in their RV. Unfortunately we were not able to spend more time with him. We will miss him (and June). Rest in Peace. Our thoughts are with you. Chuck and Jan
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Name: Jim & Aggie Schindele
Date: July 30. 2015
Message: So very sorry to read of your father's death. We were happy to know your parents and family while you lived in Stephen. We have fond memories of all of you. Also pleased that we had a visit with your father in Carrington recently. We extend our thoughts and prayers to each of you. God bless and comfort you. Jim & Aggie