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Richard HAGBERG Obituary

Age 96 ~ Beloved husband of 71 years Father, grandfather, & great-grandfather passed away at home surrounded by family on September 20, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Vi; daughters Karen (Larry) Busch and Marietta (Steve) Rice; son, Rolf (Carrie); grandchildren Lisa (Ryan) McCamy, Rachel (David) Weisberger, Kyla (Ben Bursell) Rice, Joel (Jara) Rice, Josh (Joddie) Plamann, Emily (Mark) Jansen, Rachel (Nate) Wyant; and eight great-grandchildren. Born in Minneapolis, Richard served in the WPA and WW ll. He worked at Whirlpool for 33 years. An avid golfer, he also volunteered for Meals on Wheels and Habitat for Humanity. He traveled the world with family and friends. He was a deacon and soloist at Ford Parkway Baptist Church. His life was a witness for love and faith. Celebration of Life on Monday, September 24, at 11 a.m.; visitation at 10:30 a.m. at Oakdale Community Church, 1066 Carrie St., West St. Paul. Memorials preferred to Salvation Army or St. Paul Union Gospel Mission.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Sep. 23, 2012.

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Sharon Wilford

October 2, 2012

Vi, Karen, Marietta and Rolf. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you, remembering all the love and caring I was privileged to receive from all the Hagbergs.

Erin Nygard

September 26, 2012

Rolf and family, I'm sorry for your loss. I've been thinking of you this week and just reflecting on what a life your dad lived. I hope you take comfort in your memories and with your mom as you celebrate all that he was to you.

Cindy Gustafson

September 24, 2012

My thoughts are with all of you. May you find peace in remembering a life so well.

Robin Kirton

September 24, 2012

To Rich's family, I am sorry for your lose. Those words do not cover what you are probably feeling, right now. I remember Rich and Vi, from the Ford Parkway days. I always respected his wisdom, and demonstration of faith. He will be missed.

Robin

Ben Bursell

September 23, 2012

Rich was a humble man who showered all his children and grandchildren with love. He will always be remembered by those who knew him and loved him.

Bev Long

September 23, 2012

Rich will be so missed. When he and Vi sang and played piano in church, they just radiated their faith. I was so impressed with the fact that they still were in love with each other after 70+ years of marriage! Such a wonderful, wonderful couple. Vi, my condolences on the loss of your dear husband.

Paula & Jeff Stadtmueller

September 23, 2012

Dear Rolf and family, We are thankful you brought Rich into our lives. We have enjoyed hearing about him, and are inspired by the way he lived his life. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Jolee Reinke

September 23, 2012

Dear Rolf and family - adding my prayers for comfort and coping as you celebrate your dad's life. What a blessing to share such a long and vibrant life as hope for us all.

September 23, 2012

Marietta, Steve, Kyla and Joel. We are thinking of you and the loss of such a wonderful person in all your lives. May you find joy in your memories and comfort of friends and family. Kathy and Frank Schweigert

Tim Coonen

September 23, 2012

Dear Rolf and all,

Please be assured of my prayers and thoughts as you celebrate your father's life filled with faith and love for his family.

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