Paul Caquelin Obituary Paul F. Caquelin, 77, resident of Brainerd, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at St. Josephs Essentia Medical Center in Brainerd, with his wife of 55 years Susan at his side. Paul was born February 4, 1942 in Macon, GA. to Howard and Elizabeth (Baringer) Caquelin. Having been raised in a military family, Paul had many different homes including Japan and Germany, eventually landing in San Antonio, Texas. After two years at the University of Illinois, he took a job with the new Kraft plant in Champaign, Illinois and became supervisor of the department responsible for cheese taste and quality. Paul married Susan (Johnson) on August 31, 1963 and started a family with the surprise of twin boys in 1973. In 1977, with no previous experience, Paul moved his family to Staples, MN and bought into the Staples World Newspaper, where he was a part owner and editor. He was the roving photographer at nearly every Staples sporting event for over 10 years, making each young athlete feel like a star with the perfect action shot and a caption in next weeks Staples World. His dedication to Staples High School sports will always be remembered by those who played in those events and by the entire Staples community. Paul became a writer over time, telling hundreds of stories and sharing his life in his weekly column Wings on the World. He was also a former Staples School Board Member, showing his commitment to his community. His next career was working at Craguns Resort as a conference planner and lastly Paul worked at Super America on South 6th for ten years. It seemed his Super America regulars scheduled their daily trips just so they could shoot the breeze with Paul and listen to him laugh. Most importantly, Paul was a humble servant with a great sense of humor and a twinkle in his eye. It took very little for him to be content; a dog to walk, a good book to read, and time with family and friends. Survivors include his wife Susan and twin sons, Brian (Erin Murray) and Christopher (Lauren), one granddaughter Emma; other family members include Del Butterfield, Susan Butterfield, Larry (Susan) Butterfield, Matthew (Valorie) Butterfield and Daniel Butterfield and his loving dog Cierra. Services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at First Lutheran Church in Brainerd with Pastor Thomas Stoebig officiating. Visitation beginning the hour prior to services at the church. Memorial Service First Lutheran Church in Brainerd Saturday, April 06, 2019 11:00 AM Email Details 424 South 8th Street Brainerd, MN 56401 Visitation will begin the hour prior to services at the church. Directions