Paul Eugene Reb, 86, of Owatonna, died August 27, 2015 at Brookdale Assisted Living-Sterling House, Owatonna.
Paul was born May 6, 1929 in Albert Lea, the son of Walter and Ethel (Schwartz) Reb, who were from New Richland. Paul graduated from New Richland High School in May 1947. Paul was united in marriage to the love of his life Selma Berndt on November 10, 1948 in the Waldorf Lutheran Church and the couple shared 66 wonderful years together. He continued his education studying welding, electronics and incorporating them into lifelong experiences.
He was a farmer, and worked for Botsford Lumber in Waseca, drove ready mix truck, worked at Kummeth Manufacturing and worked for Truth Inc for 30 years, retiring in 1994. After retiring from Truth, Paul enjoyed helping the neighbors and mowing the church lawns. He took flying lessons and then flew his own three airplanes: a 1946 Taylor Craft, a 1972 Cessna 150 and a 1968 Aviabeloanca, which he enjoyed very much along with his scooters (some home built), motorcycles and also his farm tractors.He loved singing in the Owatonna Choral choir-solo's church choirs. He served on many church boards and was also Superintendent of Sunday School, taught Sunday school and was a faithful member of Cornerstone Evangelical Free Church and regularly attended church.
He is survived by his wife of Owatonna; wife, Selma Reb of Owatonna; three sons, Roger (Kathy) Reb of Owatonna; Gary Reb of Faribault; Philip Reb of Owatonna; a daughter, Jeanette Reb of Hesper, IA; six grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation is at Michaelson Funeral Home Sunday, August 30, 2015 from 2 to 5 p.m. and one hour prior to the service at the church. Funeral is Monday, August 31 at 11 a.m. at Cornerstone Evangelical Free Church with Pastor Brian Wright officiating. Interment will be in Owatonna Memorial Gardens. Memorials are preferred to Cornerstone Evangelical Free Church or donor's choice.