Cayden Louis Hinrichs

Cayden Louis Hinrichs, 6, tragically passed away on March 21, 2026, along with his mother, Jessica “Jessi,” and siblings, Hudson and Avery.

Cayden was born May 11, 2019, in Maplewood, MN, to parents Michael and Jessica Hinrichs. He attended Wildwood Elementary School, where he loved to learn and chase his friends around at recess. He loved playing with the neighborhood kids, driving toy cars and trucks, playing ninjas, and backyard water fights.

Cayden loved to make everyone laugh. His quick wit and observant nature would often leave everyone in tears with laughter. He was very empathetic, making sure to include everyone in playing, sharing toys, and checking on siblings with boo boos. Cayden could often be found building forts with the family, playing with Legos and cars, or dressing up as superheroes.

Cayden played baseball, football, and wrestled, but was mostly there to be with his friends. As much as he loved toys and playing, his favorite times were spent with his family. Whether it was cuddling up on the couch with Mom and Dad, family trips up north, playing at the playground with his aunts, hanging out with his uncle and Papa, or visiting grandparents, he just loved to be with his family. 

Cayden is survived by his father, Michael Hinrichs; grandparents, John and Kim Pierce, and Donna Hinrichs; great-grandmother, Mary Moehrle; uncles, Rich (Kristy) Pierce, Nick Pierce, and Jonah Hinrichs; aunts, Mary Hinrichs and Melissa Hinrichs; and cousins, Johnny Pierce, David Pierce, and Olivia Hinrichs.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Ervin Hinrichs; uncle, Aaron Hinrichs; great-grandparents, Jim “Papa” and JoAnn “Gamma” Sirois; great-grandparents, Chuck and Dale Pierce; great-grandmother, Darlene Clark; great-grandfather, Robert “Bob” Moehrle; and great-grandparents, Ervin Hinrichs and Henrietta Smith.

A public visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at Mueller Memorial, 4738 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake, MN 55110.