Harry "Bud" W. Sell
August 13, 1925 ~ March 20, 2013
Harry William Bud Sell, died unexpectedly March 20, 2013 at his home in Forest Lake. Bud was a proud US Navy WWII and Korean War Veteran; Drivers Ed teacher for 30 years and past president of MDTSEA; member of Forest Lake VFW Post 4210 (Past Commander), Forest Lake American Legion Post 225 and Forest Lake Lions Club. He is preceded in death by parents, Harry William Sell, Sr. and Pearl Alvina (Spengler) Sell and 3 sisters, Harriet Fuller, Elizabeth Neugebaur, and Lenore Kleinpeter. Bud will be deeply missed by wife of 56 years, Marilyn (Kvern) Sell; children, Kirby Sell and wife, Shari, Betsy Sell, and Matt Sell and wife, Kathy; grandchildren, Mindy, Nina, Dana, Kasey, Drew, and Jayce; great grandson, Kooper; nieces, nephews and many friends. A gathering of family and friends will be held 5-8 PM Monday, March 25th at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 Centennial Dr. SW, Forest Lake, MN. A celebration of Buds life will be held 11 AM Tuesday, March 26th at the funeral home. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
To the Sell Family, I wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Harry was one of the nicest teachers/people I ever met. He influenced and inspired so many kids to pursue their dreams. He has left a wonderful legacy on this world. I hope the memories and love for him will comfort you at this time.
Matt,
Our family was very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. My God bless you and comfort you at this time of loss. Keep the positive memories close to your heart.
To the Sell Family,
I just read that Bud had passed and I am so very sorry. He was a great asset to this community and this country. I am heart-broken for you all and will always remember his kindness, patriotism, and service to others. He made a big impact on me and I hope I can live a life worthy of his example. God’s blessings on you all. My family’s thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care.
Betsy and Family –
I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I never had a chance to meet Harry but working with his daughter, I can only imagine how wonderful of a man he must have been. Thinking of you Betsy,
Tiff
Dear Aunt Marilyn,Kirby,Betsy and Matt,Our hearts ache for you in your loss of such a beloved husband and father!He was the best uncle ever! So full of fun with a ready laugh, and a twinkle in his eye. He loved kids so much, that we just loved being around him growing up! He was the only one with enough patience to teach me to drive!! I’m so fortunate to have known & loved him. God bless you all and bring you comfort at this difficult time of “goodbyes” Love, Kathy and Tim and all the Kleinpeter cousins,
Marilyn and family.
My sympathy to the family as you grieve your great loss.
Bud always had a smile on his face and a chuckle in his voice. Cherish the memories.
I am sorry for your loss. Matt is a great friend, and a wonderful human being. I am sure that a big part of that is because of how he was raised..and the love he felt.
Marilyn, Kirby, Betsy, Matt and Families
I am sorry to hear of Buds passing. While it has been many years since I have been in touch, I have great memories of Bud. From the car accident we got into on the way to the cabin one Friday night to the class of two he did for Kirby and I to get our Motorcycle permits.
My prayers are with you all.
We were so sorry to hear of Uncle Bud’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Dear Marilyn, Kirby, Betsy & Matt and Families,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss of Bud. He was a fun guy to visit with; always a friend to everyone. I looked forward to seeing him at family reunions and will miss him. I have talked to Heidi and she is planning to come to the visitation on Monday night. My sympathy and prayers are with you even though I can’t make it to the service.
Love, Connie & Chet
We send our condolences to the Sell family. Losing a loved one to death can be a unnaturally difficult to cope with. Do not despair, because your pain is not permanent. Our Creator makes us a beautiful promise at Revelation 21:3,4. He wants the words of that verse bring you comfort and hope.
Betsy-
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how very special your dad was to you and what a difficult time this must be. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Dear Marilyn and family, Our deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of Bud. We always enjoyed him at the Kvern Reunion. He will be missed by us and we know by you. Love to you all.
My heart just aches for you Marilyn. I’m so very sad. Just know I am just a step away if you need anything. My prayers go out to you & your family.
We feel a great sense of loss. Our hearts suffer along side of you Marilyn and your whole family. We love you and are here for you if you need anything.
Marilyn,
I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. Bud led a life of service not only to his country but to his community; he will be missed greatly by all who knew him. The Legion Family extends our sincere sympathy to you and your family at this sad time.
On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Bud’s military service to our nation, his service giving funeral honors, and as a life member of our post.