Age 72, of Elk River, passed away on May 11, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Olaf and Betty. He is survived by his daughter Kirsten (Richard) Brown; grandchildren, Ashley (Jared), Andrew, Nicholas (Autumn), and Katlyn; siblings, Lynn, Kent, and Beth (Dave); many nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held on Saturday May 22nd 11 AM at Gill Brothers Funeral Chapel, 9947 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington. Visitation 1 hour prior to service. Private family interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.