John Gregory Huelskamp, 86, passed away on January 1, 2025 while working on his farm. John was born February 2, 1938 in New Ulm to Raymond and Willibalda (Eibner) Huelskamp of Lafayette Township.

John was a 1956 graduate of Holy Trinity High School and a lifelong dairy farmer on the family farm. He and his brother Robert (Bob) also raised Charolais and later Red Angus beef cattle. John will be remembered for his devotion to God, his love of animals, and his stewardship of the land.

John is survived by his brothers Tom and Robert; sister Elizabeth Green; sisters-in-laws; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Raymond and William; and sisters Billie Seifert, Margaret Donohue, and Marie Schmid.

A family Mass was held on January 7, 2025. The burial service will be held at the New Ulm Catholic Cemetery on Friday, January 10 at 2 p.m.