Keith Mitchell Stensrud

Keith Mitchell Stensrud obituary, Albert Lea, MN

Keith Mitchell Stensrud

Keith Stensrud Obituary

Visit the Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Service - Albert Lea website to view the full obituary.

Keith Mitchell Stensrud, age 70, of Albert Lea, went home to be with his loved ones on December 12, 2024 at the Mankato Hospital. He passed away from complications with pneumonia and diabetes.

Keith was born to Walter and Helen (Johnson) Stensrud in Albert Lea, Minnesota on September 24, 1954. Keith was a graduate of Albert Lea High School, after graduation he worked hard and purchased a green Z28 Camaro that he loved. He loved cars and had many until his eyesight prevented him from driving.

He worked at Career Industries and Crest Services and later worked as a janitor until retirement. Keith was a resident at Crystal and Garfield houses and finally a resident of the Woodlands at St. Johns until his passing. He was always playing bingo, pool, and cards as he shared his love for the staff and residence at the Woodlands. He loved videos and loved playing the guitar, a musical gift that he picked up following the talent of his father. He loved his dog “Lady”, his cat “Boots”, and other dog “Sparkie”. 

Keith is survived by his special sister, Karen (Larry) Lawrence; nephews, Tom (Katie) Lawrence, Travis (Robin) Lawrence, and Gavin Lawrence; one special aunt, Dorothy Adams; cousins Craig (Peggy) Adams, Chuck (Roxie) Adams, and Cheryl Adams; one special friend; Tim; and many other family and friends. 

Keith was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Helen Stensrud; baby brother, Ricky Dean; and his grandparents. 

Keith will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. Now he is soaring with the Eagles. 


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Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Service - Albert Lea

2210 E Main St, Albert Lea, MN 56007

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