George Charles (Chuck) Kaderlik

George Charles (Chuck) Kaderlik, age 62, of Lonsdale passed away Sunday, May 11, 2014 at Three Links Care Center in Northfield. Visitation will be on Thursday, May 15, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Montgomery. Funeral services will also be held on Thursday, May 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Montgomery.
Chuck was born in New Prague on August 4, 1951, the son of George J. and Mabel (Choudek) Kaderlik. He graduated from Montgomery High School in 1969. After graduation he enlisted in the Air Force Reserves serving his country until 1975. He married Carol Beer on May 11, 1974 at St. Henry Catholic Church in rural Le Sueur. They lived and raised their six children on the home place where Chuck grew up. Chuck worked with his dad in the family business, Kaderlik Well Drilling and Service until 1992.
He was a charter member of the Rice Krispies 4-H club and a boy scout in his youth. He was an active member of the Montgomery Knights of Columbus and Lonsdale American Legion, Lonsdale Jaycees, Lonsdale Lions and was on the Holy Redeemer school board. He was very involved with the Minnesota Water Well Association holding numerous offices including President in 1985.
Chuck was very much a people person and could start up a conversation with anyone and everyone. During the Christmas season he enjoyed playing Santa's helper bringing much joy to young and old alike.
He is survived by his wife, Carol; children, Corey (Brenda) Kaderlik of Montgomery, Heather (Mark ) Jensen of New Prague, Jennifer (Aaron) Stender of Rosemount, Christine (John) Todaro of Attleboro, MA, Nathan (Krystle) Kaderlik of Prior Lake, and Holly Kaderlik of Fargo, ND.; 9 grandchildren; sisters, Cindy (Tom) Gilhousen and Sue Richardson; nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Military Honors will be provided by the Lonsdale area Honor Guard.
Arrangements are with Schoenbauer Funeral Home in Montgomery. 507-364-7929. www.schoenbauerfuneralhome.com