Michael Jonathan Ebner

Ebner, Michael Jonathan Age 40, of Otsego, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on May 26, 2008. The son of Leon and Beverly (Weber) Ebner, Michael grew up in Moorhead, Minnesota and attended Shanley High School Class of 1986. He attended NDSU. Michael moved to Minneapolis in 1991. He met Michelle Neisen in 1996 and they were married on June 10, 2000. Their marriage was blessed with two children, Alexander Leon and Isabella Josephine. Michael worked the past 10 years for Allied Building Products where he formed relationships with many of his contractor friends. Michael enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He looked forward to times at Ottertail Lake, BMX biking with Alex, being Bella's prince charming, hiking, and snowmobiling. He liked big "things", manicuring his lawn, and was a grilling aficionado...but the thing that was most important to him was his children. He is survived by his loving wife, Chelle; cherished children, Alex and Bella; siblings, Tom (Lila); Brenda (Terry) Richert, and Pat (Tim) Arneson; and nieces, nephews, extended family and many loyal friends. Preceded in death by his parents and grandaprents. Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 AM Friday at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 566 4th St., Elk River. Visitation 4-8 PM Thursday (TODAY) at church and one hour prior to Mass Friday at church. Interment St. Andrew Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Ebner Children Trust Fund at US Bank. Dare's Funeral Home 763-441-1212
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.