Vinal L. Severeid
Tuesday, March 6, 1923
Date of Death:
Friday, August 23, 2013
Age:
90 years old
Memorial Sercice
Date: Sunday September 15, 2013
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Zumbro Lutheran Church [ view map ]
Tuesday, March 6, 1923
Date of Death:
Friday, August 23, 2013
Age:
90 years old
Tuesday, March 6, 1923
Date of Death:
Friday, August 23, 2013
Age:
90 years old
Vinal L. Severeid
Vinal L. Severeid passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2013 at Samaritan Bethany Home on Eighth, after being under the care of Season’s Hospice since mid-June.
He was born in Moody County, South Dakota on March 6, 1923 to Wier Martin and Christina Elizabeth (Amdahl) Severeid. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith.
The family moved to a farm in Murray County, Minnesota in 1936, north of Lake Wilson. There he became good friends with Raymond Aga, whose family farm was just south of theirs. Soon, Ray’s youngest sister, Doris, started hanging around with the boys. Vinal’s fate was set! They married on March 23, 1946 in Lake Wilson.
They set up their household in Florence, MN in the back of an auto repair garage owned jointly by him and one of his older brothers. The William H. Ziegler Co., Caterpillar distributor in Minnesota, sent out scouts to locate talented mechanics and Vinal became a loyal employee from 1953-1986. He was first located in Minneapolis/St. Paul, then transferred to Rochester in 1957.
Through his love-filled marriage with Doris, they produced 3 offspring who survive: Michael (Maricusa) of Monterrey, Mexico, Maureen (David) Steffes of Cottage Grove, and Marjorie Severeid (Bob Curry) of Rochester. They were blessed with 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by Doris on Christmas morning, 2010; 7 brothers and 4 sisters.
During retirement, he and Doris enjoyed traveling, journeying numerous times to Mexico and 4 times to Norway. They were actively involved in the Sons of Norway, holding most of the elected offices at least once. He also became quite good at rolling lefse and preparing lutefisk for their annual events. In addition, he was an active, faithful member of Zumbro Lutheran Church. When the church moved to its current location, he volunteered to install the “Cross of Reconciliation.”
The memorial for Vinal is Sunday, September 15 at 1:00 p.m.at Zumbro Lutheran Church with Pastor Shelley Cunningham officiating. There will be a gathering of family and friends in Fellowship Hall, located on the lower level, following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Zumbro Lutheran Church, Mayo Clinic Study of Aging, Samaritan Bethany Home on Eighth, or Season’s Hospice.
Condolences
The family of Vinal L. Severeid has received the following condolences.
Margie, Maureen & Michael,
Your father is now at peace and back with his loved one who was always one of my favorite gals, "Dossie" my name for her for years!! When looking back at all the "Roomies" time together we shared your Mom & Dad were always among those memories, they were parents to all of us and loved by all as well. Favorite memory with Vinal was how he helped me to "walk" around the track at Soldiers Field, while others were running it:) One of those great stories where you had to have been there.
Loved them both!!
Michael, Maureen, and Marge,
Your dad was a prince among men. In their recent message of condolence Glenn and CarolAnn characterized him exactly as I will always remember him, with a twinkle in his eye and with that grin and chuckle which were truly his own. "The heck you say!" Was there ever a joke he didn't love? I am so glad we reconnected after so many years. My love and condolences to you all.
Julie
I'm sorry that I will be unable to attend the memorial service for Vinal, but I want to extend my condolences to all of you. It was a pleasure working with both of your parents at Hawthorne. They were good school supporters. Vinal made many positive contributions to our community, You have many reasons to be proud of his work. I'm sure you have many good times to reminisce about. Take time to enjoy them.
Dear Marge and Bob, and the Severeid family~
We are sorry to hear of your loss. May it help you to know that your friends are thinking of you and keeping your hearts close in our prayers. May wonderful memories help ease your hurt and the loss you feel.
With friendship and love, Robin and Ellsworth Fields
Marge and family,
So very sorry to hear of your father's passing. Sending you my deepest sympathy.
Barbara Myhre
I just wish to express my condolences to the family of not only Vinal but also Doris. Both were wonderful friends to my parents Leo & "Sadie DeWitt. They so enjoyed wintering with them down in McAllen, TX for many years. They were both truly, kind and gentle folks. God speed, I sure hope they are enjoying a happy reunion with all those Snow birds.
Sincerely, Teresa DeWitt
Dear Marge and family,
Thinking of you now......your dad was one special guy. He had a great life and those of us who had the pleasure of knowing him have very fond memories of him and your mom. I know you will find comfort in all the wonderful memories. May God bless you all.
Love, Sue and Scott
Dear Margie, Maureen & Michael,
I'm so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. Having grown up just a few houses away from you, I remember your parents so fondly. Both kind & gentle people. I'm thinking of you all.
With deepest condolences,
Shelley