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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Bonnie Allen
March 20, 2006
Ossie:
You don't know me personally but I see you in church on Sunday mornings at 8:30 and have for years. I have talked with you and Orville at certain church functions. Having heard of his passing yesterday in church I wanted to tell you how truly sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob and Becky Gander
March 16, 2006
Sorry to hear of Orville's death. We are in Arizona and read about it online. Our sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary McCullough
March 16, 2006
I worked with Orv at Minco for many years and always enjoyed his humor and friendliness. He was truly a great human being who saw the good in everyone and everything. I'm sure his family will greatly miss such a wonderful, humble man.
Jerry & Dawn Stein
March 16, 2006
We are truely sorry that we will not be able to attend any services for Orville. I (Jerry) will always have to warm spot in my heart for Orville. From the time we first met, his friendliness and openess to his comment that always made me laugh. "I rule my house with an iron fist." With greatest sympathy to the Fossum family, Jerry & Dawn Stein
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Brenda Woltman
March 16, 2006
A dear friend I met when working at Minco in Fridley. He inspired his coworkers with his zealous spirit and warm heart. It was a pleasure to work with Orv. My regards and heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
Mary Furgason
March 16, 2006
I worked with Orv for a number of years at Minco. He was a wonderful person, always cheerful. I am saddened to hear of his passing. My sympathy goes out to the entire family.
Jim Svardahl
March 16, 2006
During the 15 years we worked together at Minco heater engineering Orv was unfailingly courteous, friendly, cooperative--an exemplary man, dedicated friend and faithful coworker, with a deep commitment to selfless service. It was a great privilege to know and work with him.
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