Cecil Souder, age 85, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly at the family cabin on Sunday, December 29, 2024.

He had spent two wonderful days with all three of his children, family and friends, enjoying good conversation, great food, and of course card playing.

Cecil was born on April 15, 1939, and married Christine Miller on January 13, 1962. They were the perfect pair until her death on May 17, 2019. Cecil was a devoted servant of Jehovah God and attended the local congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. He worked in the research department for both the Boise and Blandin Paper Companies.

He is survived by son, Scott (Jane) Souder of Bovey, MN; daughter, Heidi (Joe) Enberg of Aitkin, MN; son, Jason (Mindy) Souder of Zimmerman, MN; seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren; brother, Allen (Linda) Souder; nieces, nephews, many in-laws, and special friends. Not to be forgotten is his beloved Westie Rosie.

Services will be held on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 35289 Foxtail Lane, Cohasset, MN.