Thomas Arthur Kelm

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Thomas Kelm Obituary

Kelm Thomas Arthur Kelm, age 73, of Chanhassen, MN, died peacefully Saturday, March 6, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. Tom was born November 12, 1930 in Chanhassen to Elmer and Loretta Kelm. He attended St. John's University and married Mary Ann Lano on July 5, 1951. Tom and Mary had four daughters, Lisa, Christine, Michele and Margaret. Tom and his family lived in Montgomery, MN for 16 years where he owned and operated a business. Tom's hobby and passion was always politics which led him to a new career in 1970, as Chief of Staff to Governor Wendell R. Anderson and later to Washington, D.C. with Senator Anderson. Following his government service, he started North State Advisors, where he still worked as a government affairs consultant. Tom was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Mary; his brother, Doug, and three days earlier, his sister, Mickey (Henrietta) Hullsiek. Tom is survived by his daughters and their families whom he loved dearly: Lisa and Keith Kupcho and their children, Aaron and Kim, Sarah, Rachel and Eve; Christine and David Horazdovsky and their daughter, Annie and husband, Charlie Kandiko; Michele and Henry Helgen and their children, Thomas, Brigit and Erika; Margaret and Robert Hanlon and their sons, Robert and Ryan; special family Beth and Gary Lehman and their son, Patrick and his wife, Susan; Micheal Pitches - his caregiver and dear friend. Mass of Christian burial will be Wednesday, March 10 at 11:00 am, officiated by his lifelong friend, Reverend Jerome Holtzman, at St. Hubert's Catholic Community in Chanhassen, 8201 Main Street. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 9, from 4-8 pm at the Bertas Funeral Home at 200 3rd Street West, Chaska (952-448-2137), and 1 hour prior to service at the church on Wednesday. Memorials preferred to Peace House, 510 Franklin Ave. E., Mpls, MN 55404 or Catholic Eldercare, 817 Main St. NE, Mpls, MN 55413.
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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Published by Star Tribune from Mar. 8 to Mar. 9, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Kelm

10 Entries

Kent Haas

July 23, 2016

I worked for Tom on the 1978 campaign..as an advance man and all around gopher..Kinda ironic he dies only a week after Wendy..My condolences to Michelle and all of my friends from that time..The experience was priceless..Thank You Tom!

rachel kupcho

March 2, 2005

papa, it's been almost a year since you left us, but i miss you as much as ever. mom sent me a package to the office and in it was a framed picture of you...so stoic you look. i'd like to think that you are watching over me and are proud of the work that i'm doing. i love you lots!! say hi to nana for me!!

Dana O'Dell

March 9, 2004

Lisa, Chris, Michele, Margaret -

I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I have many fond memories of your dad and mom out in Palm Desert with them and my Nana(Mickey) & Papa(Bill). All will be missed very deeply and I wish I could be there but, know you are in my heart, thoughts, and prayers. God Bless!

Deb Koenig (Hiebel)

March 9, 2004

Margaret - Here is an old friend from the past. I was so sad to hear of your dad's passing. Eventhough we haven't been in touch for many years my warm memories of you, your sisters and especially your parents kindess and generosity to me has never dimmed. There are so many fond memories; horse shows, Vegas, walking to DQ and playing cards at your kitchen table with your entire family (just to name a few). I had hoped to stop by the visitation, but it looks like work and travel schedules may interfere. Your dad and mom were two wonderful people who made a huge impact on my life. You were truly blessed to have them. My thoughts are with you and your sisters. Debbie

(would love to hear from you sometime, feel free to use the e-mail address listed).

mary beth hullsiek

March 9, 2004

lisa, chris, michele and margret

my mother and your father never wanted the other to feel left out.. ....they each felt a responsibility to the other

so they even shared this new adventure together... called "death"

so now the kelm family is all back together again...like the stories told of the "olden days" that i remember so well...i still hear and see the names and faces that made up the memories of their past...and i would like all those that had the "kelms" in their lives... to know that mickey and tom remembered you too... so peace to one and all...they have found theirs...now we must make ours...with love, marybeth

John Connolly

March 8, 2004

Tom we will miss you. Your word was your bond

Rosemary Pauly Mingo

March 8, 2004

Lisa, Christine, Michele & Margaret

The Pauly Family is deeply saddened by Mickey & Tom's passing. It is difficult to believe that their lives were ended only three days apart.All of us convey our deepest sympathy.

We have so many wonderful memories growing up with Mickey ,Doug & Tom. They always remained our dear, dear friends. Our parents and their parents were the best of friends too, Always enjoying their time together.We know their passing has put a huge void in your lives but your beautiful memories of them will sustain you.You can be sure that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Our love,

Rosemary & Dick Mingo

Roger & Sidney Pauly

Charlotte Pauly

Harry & Gloria Pauly

Susan Johnson

March 8, 2004

Dear Lisa, Keith, and Michelle,

It was an honor to work with your father at the Governor's office. Hold on to your wonderful memories-they will comfort you. My prayers are with you.

Susan and Marissa Johnson

Rod & Bev Boyd

March 8, 2004

Please accept out deepest sympathies on your loss.

Bill and Kathy Kozlak

March 8, 2004

Our sincere sympathy to all in the family on the death of your loved one, Tom. It was a pleasure to know him and always a pleasure to see him. He will be missed , but not forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers from here

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