Harry Horst Eichstaedt

Harry Eichstaedt, age 94, of Woodbury MN, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 17, 2024 at St. Therese of Woodbury. Harry was preceded in death by his beloved spouse of 55 years, Ilmi; his parents Dr. Harry and Edith Eichstaedt and his stepfather Dr. Fritz Lausberg. Harry is survived by his loving sons Frank (Julie) daughters Annika and Kayla, Dirk daughter Kalista and Uwe sons Duke and Chase; ex daughter-in-law Kim (Ted) Swanson; siblings Dr. Dieter (Helga) Lausberg and Inge Franke; and many nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces.

Harry grew up during World War II in Lauban Germany, which influenced his strong work ethic and interest in engineering. After completing his Engineering Masters degree, Harry traveled the world working for boiler mfg. co’s, repairing and running boiler plants. While in Finland, Harry met the love of his life, Ilmi, they married in 1962, moved to Germany, had two sons, and he started working for 3M as Plant Safety Director. In 1974, Harry (and family) moved from Germany to the United Stated where he joined the 3M Corporate Safety Dept. Over Harry’s 30 year 3M career, he held various Safety Dept. positions, retiring as Safety Mgr. Int’l Operations.

Harry (and Ilmi) loved spending time with family, friends, extensive international travel, and attending and becoming St. Paul Chamber Orchestra Benefactors. Harry enjoyed using his engineering skills for home improvement projects and spending time relaxing in his beautifully landscaped backyard. Harry reveled in showing friends and neighbors his many world travel souvenirs, each of which had an interesting story.

A private Celebration of Life will be held by the family later this year. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the St. Therese of Woodbury Charitable Foundation (www.donate.sttheresemn.org).