Daniel Richard Reitzel

REITZEL

DANIEL RICHARD

Age 69, of St. Paul

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on April 28th, 2025. A devoted Husband, Father, Papa, and Friend, Dan left a lasting mark in the hearts of all who knew him through his infectious laugh and loving kindness.

Born January 14th, 1956 to Richard and Carole Reitzel, Dan grew up on St. Paul’s East Side and attended Johnson High School. Here he found his high school sweetheart and forever soulmate, Pamela Quatmann. They were married for nearly 48 years! A true testament to lifelong commitment and the true power of love. They raised 3 children, and he was a proud “Papa” to seven grandchildren.

After attending auctioneering school in 1976, Dan started Danny’s Antiques & Auction Company. To fulfill his passion, Dan traveled across the US and throughout Europe, to find, curate, and restore antique treasures that filled the hearts of many. His famous New Year’s Day auction was a true family run tradition that attracted antique dealers and collectors from around the world each year.

In 1986, Dan founded Prime Promotions, Inc., the promoting enterprise of one of the largest antique shows in the Midwest. For almost 40 years, the Antique Spectacular Show & Flea Market attracted hundreds of dealers and thousands of treasure hunters to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds several times a year.

Above all else, Dan was an endlessly proud and deeply loving Husband, Father, Papa, and Friend who walked this earth generously spreading kindness, laughter, and love to all those he met. Many encountered Dan around the golf course where he took great pride in sharing his passion for the game with his friends and family. Dan’s spirit for competition carried through to his kids and grandkids and he took great pleasure in watching his children and grandchildren do what they love. Throughout his life he was always present at the hockey rink, gymnastic meets, dance competitions, football and soccer games. The way his face lit up when watching his children and grandchildren is something that will never be forgotten.

Dan was strong in his faith and steadfast to his values. In his final moments, he praised God for the many blessings of his life and the amazing family he now leaves behind.

Dan is preceded in death by his loving parents Richard and Carole Reitzel. He is survived by his loving wife and best “pick” Pam, Son, Joe (Kelli) Reitzel, Daughter, Kristina (Frank) Ticknor, Son, Jason (Tiffany) Reitzel; Grandchildren: Bode, Mason, Max, Lily, Sam, Evelyn, & Leo, Sisters- Leanne (Randy) Tufte & Sharon (Tom) Johnson.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 20th ,2025 at 10:30am. Visitation starting at 9:00am at Transfiguration Catholic Church, 6133 15th St. N. Oakdale MN. Private interment at Union Cemetery. Luncheon at the VFW in North St. Paul following Mass.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude’s.