Paul Brueggeman

Paul Brueggeman, 62, of Polson passed away on Monday, May 6, 2013 at Kalispell Regional Medical Center of multiple complications due to his decades-long struggle with diabetes.

He was born in Polson on May 12, 1950 to Arthur and Melanie Brueggeman. Paul spent the majority of his life in Polson where he was part of the Polson High School Class of 1968. His career included work as a water well driller and carpenter.

Paul married Susan Manfredi in 1976 and they have one son, John. Paul enjoyed spending time in the outdoors hunting, wildlife viewing, and gardening. His carpentry skills extended to his hobby of woodworking. Paul was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish of Polson and had a special place in his heart for Our Lady of Swan Valley Mission Church and the Sycamore Tree Retreat Center, both located in the Swan Valley.
Survivors include his wife, Susan, and son, John, of Polson; brothers Mike (Jackie) Brueggeman of Spokane WA, Duaine (Wendy) Collins of Polson, Art Brueggeman of Pablo, Michael (Linda) Martin of Virginia; sisters Anna Turney of Deer Park WA, Melanie Buckless of Polson, Margaret Arneson of Polson, Donna Collins of Deer Park WA, Jule Kenmille of Elmo, Mary (Ray) Goudette of Spokane WA along with beloved cousins, nieces, and nephews. Brothers Dan and Leo Brueggeman preceded him in death.

Recitation of the holy rosary will be at 7:30PM on Thursday, May 9th. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00AM on Friday, May 10th. Both services will be held at Immaculate Conception Church in Polson. Burial at the Lakeview Cemetery and a luncheon at the church will follow the mass.

Read Paul Brueggeman's Obituary and Guestbook on www.groganfuneralhome.com.