Obituary of Alan Edward Mathwig

Mathwig, Alan E. "Al", age 79 of Bloomington. Passed away January 1, 2020. Member of Pipefitters Local Union 539. Founding member of the Norsemen Motorcycle Club. AMA District 23 Board Member and AMA Congressman. Preceded in death by brother Noel and parents Warren and Gladys. Survived by wife of 57 years Gerry; children Kelly (Rob) Martinson and Todd (Tammy) Mathwig; grandchildren Alex (Marissa), Joe (Heather), Zach (Jess), Travis, Ally; great-grandchildren Jeremy, Eli, Grace, Ivan, Ava. Memorial service Wednesday January 8 at 5:30pm with visitation 4:00-5:30pm at Cremation Society of MN, 7110 France Ave So, Edina, MN (952)924-4100. Memorials preferred to be given to cancer causes in memory of Alan

To those who knew him well, Al was a teddy bear. To those who did not know him well he could be more of a grizzly bear. He was the hardest working man one could ever envision. Whether it was at his job as a pipefitter or working on a motorcycle event his dedication was unparalleled. His family and motorcycles gave him the most joy. His wife Gerry was his greatest supporter and love of his life. His children Kelly and Todd and their families were loved beyond measure. He was dedicated to racing, riding, promoting, and supporting motorcycles. He was our patriarch, our rock, our hero, our husband, our dad, our grandpa our great-grandpa. Our hearts ache for our loss but rejoice in the amazing life he led. Few people have the passion for life that Al had. He put 110% into everything he did. He always said “you are only on this mud ball once”, which was his way of saying, make the most out of your life and give it all you’ve got. We think he aced it by leading an incredible life. He zeroed his final check.