Michael Webster Mohlin, Sr. passed away December 9, 2018 at the age of 72. A Celebration of Life Service is Saturday, December 15, 2018 at 12:00 Noon with visitation from 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation (833 S. Marschall Road) in Shakopee. Jean Breeggemann will preside, and Mike Mohlin, Jr. will act as urn bearer. Memorials are preferred and will be distributed in Mike’s honor by his family.
On July 12, 1946, Michael Webster Mohlin was born to parents Carl & Ann (Webster) Mohlin. When Mike was born, doctors said he wouldn’t live more than a year; but Mike proved them wrong. Mike had a happy childhood with his time being split between Minnesota and California. He was the fifth of six children and loved growing up with siblings, Jack, Annette, Susie, Jan & Dick. When Mike was a teenager, he moved back to Minnesota for good.
After graduating from Jordan High School in 1965, Mike began working construction with his dad. Mike loved working in cement, but an injury forced him to leave construction for good. Mike began working for Ford as a parts runner. He loved this work, and it suited him well. This job gave him independence and the ability to be on the open road visiting with people. Mike was with Shakopee Ford and Apple Autos for 34 years.
Mike had a strong work ethic and provided a good life for his family. He was blessed with grandchildren, and he passed on his values and strong work ethic to them. He treasured all the time he spent with Mike, Missy, Mark, Maranda & Margaret.
When the kids were young, Mike loved taking them to Twins games, the racetrack and the State Fair. They also took family trips to California. Mike was always there to support his grandkids. He was always the loudest fan at ballgames and was frequently ejected from games for his over-enthusiastic cheering.
In 2005, Mike reconnected with his high school sweetheart, Mary Jane (Meuwissen) Glynn. Mike & Mary Jane went out for coffee, and they were together from that moment on. Their love grew deeper every day, and they were married on January 20, 2006.
Mike & Mary Jane had many wonderful adventures together. They loved road-tripping to visit family and friends. They made frequent trips to California, New Mexico, Texas and Arizona. They never had a reservation, but always landed in just the right place. Mike & Mary Jane also enjoyed going to Twins games, attending concerts, playing Yahtzee, going to “Where’s the Beef?” Night and just spending time together. No matter what they did, they had fun.
Mike wasn’t just a wonderful husband, he was also a great friend. Mike was a social butterfly and invested time in people. He spent every Tuesday “Racing & Chasing.” He’d visit friends, fix things and help anyone in need. Mike also had a standing breakfast date with the guys at Wampach’s every Wednesday morning. Mike’s friends could count on him for anything, and he had friends of all ages. One of his best friends was his “little buddy” Randy Millard.
Throughout his life, Mike had many ailments. But he always seemed to pull through. His family said he had nine lives. When Mike got sick three years ago, he kept a positive outlook and lived life fully. He continued tinkering in his garage, playing games and spending time with family and friends.
Mike will be remembered for his kind and generous heart. He was honest, hard-working and reliable. Family was most important to him, and he was a true friend. Mike had a great impact on so many lives, and he will be deeply missed. Mike is survived by his wife, Mary Jane Mohlin and her children, Lynda Glynn & Jeffrey (Rebecca) Glynn; grandchildren, Michael (Jamie) Mohlin, Melissa Exum, Mark (Megan) Mohlin, Maranda Mohlin, Margaret Mohlin, Adam (Sam) Stier, Clair (Nate) Schrot, John Glynn & Michael Glynn; great-grandchildren, Jadayn, Cohen, Brooks, Melody, Quinton, Rilynne, Evelyn, Carter & Wyatt; sisters, Annette Burton & Susie (Werner) Deutsch; other loving relatives & friends. Mike was greeted in Heaven by his parents, Carl & Ann Mohlin; siblings, Jack Mohlin, Jan Pieper & Dick Mohlin.
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marcella m pauly
Our deepest sympathy to all of Mikes family. He will be truly missed. I have know Mike since i was 13 and hes is always will be a great guy!! RIP MIKE!!
Dave & LaRayne
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and the family.
Dave & LaRayne
Chuck Teneyck
My sincerest condolences to the family of Mike so glad I got to reconnect with him a couple of months ago at a cancer event rest in peace Mike
Kaye
I am going to miss Mike very much coming in wampachs. And always being there. Him and his family is like a family member of mine.i love you very much.will miss you deeply.
Love Kaye Schill
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Mark "Snuffy" and Jean Dolezal
Our deepest condolences to Mike’s family, friends, co-workers and to all who knew, loved and touched by him.
Mike was always one that had time to chat. Always concerned about others and not himself. Will miss crossing paths.
Rest in peace Mike! See ya later my friend…
RIP
Rosie and Butch Jabs
Deepest sympathy to the whole family.
Nancy Mckinley
So sorry for your loss. Mike was a very sweet man. He will be missed.
Betty Huebner
Condolence to the whole family. He was such a sweet guy. Always a smile.
Donna M Wright
So very sorry in the loss of your beloved Mike. I know he will be missed.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat Sazdoff
I just remember all the good and fun times we had years ago in Jordan. But we never got in trouble. May he finally rest in peace
Richard and Kathy Ginkel
Our deepest sympathy to the whole Mohlin Family in your time sorrow. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Mike
Sue Jorgenson
Prayers for your family, Mike has been a great friend to me for close to 40 years and he will be missed.
Curtis Rank
Sending condolences to all Mike’s family and friends he was a good friend
sandee vonbank
So Sorry To Hear The Loss Of Mike xoxo R.I.P. Prayers to you all!!!
Gloria Bandy
Sorry for your loss. Mike was a very nice man. My prayers are with Mike Mohlin’s family.
Greg Sebald
Mike had a reputation, when young , and moved in next door to me. I didnt know him, but some Jordan people said he was a little wild. HE WAS THE BEST NEIGHBOR I EVER HAD! Heart of gold and raised Mikey jr.
Enjoyed living next to them and he helped me out a number of times.
Sorry we cant be there, but sympathies to the Mohlin family. He will be sorely missed
Bruce R.
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends. May you find some comfort in the promise found in Revelation 21: 3-4 and 1 Thessalonians 4:14. Knowing that there is an opportunity to be reunited with loved ones.
Dan mohlin
Our condolences to Mike’s family and friends, we unfortunately didn’t know Mike very well. Form conversations with him a few years ago and memories form my dad, I know he was a good man who will be missed by all who were blessed to have known him. RIP
Gerry Link
My condolences to Mikes family your in my thoughts and prayers
Art Gesswein
I was not aware of Mike`s passing until after his funeral.Feel bad that I was not there to pay the proper respect to Mike. Condolences to Mike`s family.