Lloyd Albert Vehrenkamp
Sunday, December 20, 1925
Date of Death:
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Age:
92 years old
Sunday, December 20, 1925
Date of Death:
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Age:
92 years old
Sunday, December 20, 1925
Date of Death:
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Age:
92 years old
Lloyd Albert Vehrenkamp
Lloyd A. Vehrenkamp, 92, passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, January 25, 2018. Lloyd died of complications from Parkinson’s and Lewy body diseases. He participated in a long-term study with the Mayo Clinic to help others with these afflictions. Lloyd was born on December 20, 1925 on the family farm in Chatfield, MN. He served his country in the Korean War where he received the Bronze Star. He met his wife of sixty years Carol Peters in Chatfield and they married on November 27, 1957. They moved to Rochester where Lloyd had a lengthy career with IBM and they raised their three children. He retired in 1987 to enjoy his family and hobbies full time. Lloyd enjoyed the outdoors and was often found tending his garden, sitting by a fire in his backyard, hunting or fishing. He was a skilled woodworker and created many treasures for family and friends. Lloyd volunteered with Family Promise through his church. He enjoyed photography and was a member of the VFW and American Legion.
Lloyd is survived by his loving wife, Carol; daughter, Julie (Jim) Berryhill of Colorado, sons, Steve (Mary) of Rochester, and Gary (Linda); and two grandchildren, Carolyn and Jack of Colorado. He is also survived by his brother, Melvin (Darlene) of Rochester; his brother-in-law, Bob (Pam) Peters; and sister-in-law, Mary Keefe and many nieces and nephews and his dear friend, Russ Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Nora (Bicknese); and sisters, Serena, Arlene and Dorothy.
Lloyd’s family would like to thank Seasons Hospice and Golden Living Center for the their kind care during Lloyd’s final days.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at Redeemer Lutheran Church (869 7th Avenue SE, Rochester) with Rev. Adam Koglin officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service at the church. Burial will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Rochester.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to either Redeemer Lutheran Church or Seasons Hospice.
Lloyd was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be dearly missed.
Macken Funeral Home is handling the arrangements and online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
Condolences
The family of Lloyd Albert Vehrenkamp has received the following condolences.
I know I already had my chance to leave the Vehrenkamp Family my condolences.....I felt compelled to leave another message.
What a beautiful tribute to Lloyd, he is soooooo proud of all of you. Jack and Carolyn you were magical today. So proud of the beautiful people you are. Your social
skills are amazing. Manners are a learned behavior and your parents taught you well. I know you both will do well! Carol, your children greeted the people and
spent some time with them. You and Lloyd are SUCCESSFUL parents...KUDOS......I have never seen the dates for birth, baptism, confirmation, etc included in the
bulletin. Lloyd's faith was strong and important. To have his parents pictures centered in the middle told his story. You are all great "Role Models"
Blessings to you all!
Our hearts are saddened by the loss of this sweet man. He was much loved by his Colorado family and their friends. We witnessed him being an amazing father, grandfather and husband. We will miss him here on earth but heaven is lucky to have him. He is probably building a deck or fence or something crafty already up there.
All our thoughts and prayers to Carol and the whole Vehrenkamp family.
Our deepest sympathy Carol, to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Your neighbors, Charlie & Nancy Keller
Carol and Family- We are thinking of you. May peace be with you all. RIP Lloyd. Love, Bob and Jeanne
Carol, Julie, Jim, Steve, Mary, Gary, Linda, Carolyn, Jack, and families: You have our deepest and most sincere sympathy. Lloyd was a treat to be around. He had a great
sense of humor and a smile that lit up the room, warm and friendly. He never met a stranger he could not help. I remember hearing stories from his family about his
adventures of sleeping with the homeless. He had compassion for everyone and lived life to its fullest. As he journeys into the sunset of his earthly life may you all
find peace. We will miss Lloyd very much.........
Hugs,
Mike & Vicki