Arthur W. Ahlquist Jr.

Arthur W. Ahlquist Jr.

Arthur Ahlquist Obituary

Published by Star Tribune from Aug. 25 to Aug. 26, 2006.
Ahlquist, Arthur W., Jr. Age 88, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2006 surrounded by his loving family. He fought a difficult and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Born in Duluth, MN, he was preceded in death by his father Arthur W. Sr. and mother Tecla. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Beryle and beloved children, Sharon Severson (Robert Duncan), of Palm Desert, California; Marge (Thomas) Juell of Norway; Nancy (Donald) Crowther, of Eden Prairie; Jeffrey Ahlquist of Burnsville; Lori (Hugh) Cherne of Eagan; his many grandchildren include Barb (Mike) Trojecki; Erik, Kristin and Johan Fredrik Juell; Christopher, Cameron, Julian, Jared, Lacey and Samantha Crowther; Ashlee, Brenden and Matthew Cherne; and six great-grandchildren. Art loved his family very much and was a gentle, friendly man who loved bird watching, gardening, fishing and spending time outdoors. Memorial service 1 PM Saturday, August 26 at J.S. Klecatsky and Sons Funeral Home, 1580 Century Pt., Eagan. J.S. Klecatsky and Sons 651 454-9488
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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