BEDNAREK, Harold Paul, age 85, of Champlin, passed away at home on August 23, 2025. Retired longtime employee of General Mills.  U.S. Army Veteran.  Preceded in death by his parents- Paul and Florence- and all his siblings Joyce, Eddie, Shirley, Marlene, Ardyce, and Lyle.  He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Judy (Boser); son Michael, and his sons : Connor (Sarah), Evan (Anabella), Luke, and great grandson Henry, son of Connor and Sarah.daughter Barbra (Jerome) Plzak, and their sons Joe, and Ben (Maggie); many other relatives and good friends.

Harold Bednarek was born in Harding on the family farm to the late Paul and Florence Bednarek.  He enjoyed his childhood in the rural countryside with four sisters, two brothers, and his trusted hunting dog “Butch” forever at his side.

He started his education in a one room school house that was located on their property, followed by highschool at Pierz  Memorial, and continued education at St John’s University, and the University of Minnesota .

In December 1958, he enlisted to proudly serve our country as a Medic in the 101st Airborne division of the Army.  He was proud to be a paratrooper, and was honorably discharged in 1962. 

Upon closing the chapter of his military service, he started his 34 year career at General Mills (Claiming that he poked the holes in Cheerios)

In September of 1963, her married the love of his life - Judy Boser - and together started their 62 years journey through the highs and lows of life. 

After his retirement in 1994, he enjoyed many outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and especially canoeing the shores of Sullivan Lake where he and Judy built their little piece of heaven.  They traveled extensively enjoying meeting new people and experiencing new adventures together.

In later years he was blessed with 5 grandsons and thoroughly enjoyed watching them grow, attending their sporting events, and being present at their life’s milestones.

He was known throughout the neighborhood for his green thumb, and you usually could find him sitting outside in what called his “monastic garden.”  He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Mass of Christian Burial 11am Friday, Sepember 19, 2025 at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 525 Jackson Street, Anoka with visitation at church one hour before Mass.  Private interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Harding, Minnesota.