Paul Trushenski

Paul Herbert Trushenski, 90, died peacefully at his home on Friday, May 16, 2008, in Alexandria. Paul was born on March 22, 1918, in Benton County at Popple Creek, Minnesota, the son of Adam and Emma (Wolf) Trushenski. He was baptized and attended St. John?s Lutheran Church and school in Popple Creek. He attended high school in Sauk Rapids where he held the 100 yard dash record for 30 years and graduated in 1936. In 1942, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served in the South Pacific for over 3 � years. Paul was united in marriage to Leone Ganske on November 12, 1944. Before and after the war he was employed by International Harvester in St. Cloud. In 1950, Paul and Leone made their home in Alexandria where he was employed at Sears and Bob?s Clothes Shop. Mr. Trushenski loved his church ? Zion Lutheran and was active in the Men?s Club, served as Deacon and on the school board. He loved nature and was happiest when he was fishing, hunting or playing golf. He enjoyed living on Lake Carlos, watching the sunrise and the loons. He played 500 with his Zion friends for over 50 years and had high score at their last game. The Trushenskis? moved to the Senator in Alexandria in 2000. He is survived by his wife, Leone; sons & daughter-in-laws: Scott & Sharon of Katy, TX, Tony & Cathy of Alexandria; daughter & son-in-law, Jane & John Floden of Champlin, MN; four grandchildren: Todd & Ryan Trushenski, Matt & Amy Floden; seven great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 11:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Alexandria with Rev. Terry Finnern and Rev. William Moeller officiating. Military Honors were by American Legion Post #87. Pallbearers were Todd Trushenski, Ryan Trushenski, Matt Floden, Amy Floden, Brad Trushenski, Dennis Trushenski. Burial was at Sunset Memorial Park in Alexandria. Arrangements were with the Anderson Funeral Home