James Rehberger

James E. Rehberger, 73, of Baxter, died Monday, November 16, 2009 at his home. Friends are welcome to gather Thursday, November 19 from 5-7 PM at the Brenny Funeral Chapel in Baxter. Following the visitation on Thursday evening James will be cremated. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM, Friday, November 20 at St. Francis Catholic Church in Brainerd. Friends are welcome one hour prior to services at the church. Interment will follow at Baxter City Cemetery.
James was born June 4, 1936 in St. Paul, MN, the son of Raymond and Marion (Hoen) Rehberger. James and his family moved to Brainerd when he was six months old. He was married to Garnet Borders in 1955. James was a heavy equipment mechanic and owned his own business for over 35 years. He had a passion for guns, trapshooting, hunting and fishing. A passion he enjoyed passing down to his children and grandchildren. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He also liked his dogs - labs and springers. James enjoyed reading and working on engines.

James will be missed by his wife of 54 years, Garnet; his children, John (JoAnn), Bradley, Daniel, Peggy, and Joan (fiancé Bill); his grandchildren, Elsie, Abby, Cody, Bret, Jerra, Jimmy, Kristen, Michael, Kathryn, Ryan, Lindsey, Brittney, and Murray; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Gerry and Joan; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, John.