Gerald Mindt

Gerald Dean Mindt

January 3, 1938 – November 2, 2026

Gerald Dean Mindt, a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and a man whose faith and kindness touched so many lives, passed away on November 2, 2026, at the age of 88.

Gerald lived a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. His strong faith guided him throughout his life and was reflected in the way he cared for others. He proudly served in the National Guard and worked at the Mobridge Fire Department and Leggett & Platt, always bringing dedication and a strong work ethic to everything he did.

But Gerald’s greatest pride and joy was his family. He was a loving husband to Judith Mindt and a devoted father to Timothy (Diane) Mindt, Gregory (Carla) Mindt, and Michael (Erin) Mindt. He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Kathryn Mindt; his grandson, Eric Mustin; his parents, Martha and Walter Mindt; and his siblings, Arnie Mindt, Jim Mindt, Melvin Mindt, and Jeanne Paegelow.

Gerald is survived by his loving wife, Judith; his sons and their families; his grandchildren, Carissa Mindt, Kendal Mindt, Alec Mindt, Sara (Jakob) Lapp, Marlee Mindt, and Cameron Mindt; his great-granddaughters, Ruth Lapp and Evelyn Lapp; and his siblings, Bud Mindt, Bobby Mindt, Eddie Mindt, Mary Reiss, JoAnn Reiss, Clarence Mindt, and Barbara Fiedler.

As a grandfather, Gerald created memories that his family will carry with them forever. Whether he was lending a helping hand, sharing a laugh, or simply spending time together, Gerald had a way of making his family feel loved and cared for.

Gerald was the kind of man who could fix just about anything. A true handyman, he was always ready to tackle a project or help someone in need. His family knew they could count on him, whether something needed repairing or advice was needed. He had a caring heart, a generous spirit, and a wonderful sense of humor. His perfectly timed one-liners could bring a smile to anyone’s face.

Gerald found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved watching westerns, enjoyed square dancing, and took great pride in his garden, where his green thumb seemed to make everything grow. And when Christmas came around, his homemade cookies were a beloved tradition, bringing sweetness and warmth to the holiday season.

Gerald’s legacy is found not only in the work he did or the things he fixed, but in the love he gave, the faith he lived by, the laughter he shared, and the traditions he passed down. His family will forever cherish the memories of his steady presence, his helping hands, and the comfort of knowing how deeply he loved them.

He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Visitation at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 12:45 PM. Funeral Service at 1:00 PM.
Burial at Wisconsin Memorial Park.