Richard Alan Tollefson

Richard Alan Tollefson obituary, Inver Grove Heights, MN

Richard Alan Tollefson

Richard Tollefson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Summit Funeral & Cremation on Oct. 1, 2025.

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In Loving Memory of
Richard Alan Tollefson July 11, 1946 - August 27, 2025
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior to the service on Monday, September 15, 2025 at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Apple Valley. A private family interment will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Richard, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Summit Funeral & Cremation

6415 Carmen Ave E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

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