Darrel Torvund, 68, of Rochester, passed away Monday June 26, 2017 at his group home. He was born April 18, 1948 in Red Wing, MN to Ben and Adeline (Hofstad) Torvund.
Darrel and his family moved to Rochester in 1960 and lived there for many years. They moved to Mazeppa in 1974 while Darrel continued to attend Olmsted County DAC (Developing Alternative Choices). In 1975, Darrel transferred to ABC (Ability Building Center) and worked there until 2016. Darrel moved to REM River Bluffs in 1997 and later to another group home in Northwest Rochester. He enjoyed going out to eat, riding horse at Rideability and playing with babies and pets of all kinds.
Darrel was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jerry. He is survived by his friends at REM and ABC.
A memorial service celebrating Darrel's life will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 29, at Mahn Family Funeral Home in Rochester, with Pastor Jon Bitter officiating. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the funeral home. Online condolences are welcome and may be written at mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com.
Memorial Service
JUN
29.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Mahn Family Funeral Home, Rochester Chapel
Graveside Service
JUN
29.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Zumbrota Cemetery