Jim Kuzel

James Peter Kuzel "Kuz", age 71 of St. Cloud, Mn. died Wednesday, August 10, 2011He was born in Beroun, Minnesota on July 22, 1940 to James and Elizabeth (Haberman) Kuzel.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Fran.  He is survived by his dear friend Phyllis Skolnik;  brothe Dick and his wife Diane of Rock Creek;  sons, Scott (Laurie) of Blaine, MN and Randy (Kelly) of Lino Lakes, MN;  daughter Mary Jo (Russ) of Glyndon, MN;  grandchildren, Blake, Kailyn, Nathan and Keaton.Jim worked for 3M for 22 years in Minnesota, California, Texas and Iowa.  After retiring he enjoyed traveling, meeting great friends and spending quality time with his children and grandchildren.  He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.Visitation is Friday, August 12th at 5-8 p.m. @ Gearhart Funeral Home, (Telephone:  763-755-6300) 11275 Foley Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids, MN.  Mass of Christian Burial is 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 13th @ Epiphany Catholic Church, 11001 Hanson Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids, MN with visitation 1 hour prior to the service at the church.  Interment is in the Epiphany Cemetery.