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Larry Klindworth

August 27, 1946 — April 24, 2020

The family of Larry "Casey" Leonard Klindworth is celebrating with tears and happiness knowing that Larry's 20 year battle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia from Agent Orange is over. Larry passed away in the comfort of his home Friday morning April 24, 2020.

Larry was born on August 27, 1946 in Red Wing, MN to Leonard & Mildred (Burfeind) Klindworth. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church Bear Valley.

After graduation he drove milk truck for Henn Brothers until he was drafted into the Marine Corps in 1966 where he served a year in Vietnam. After his discharge from service he returned to work for Henn Brothers. His life work included farming, working in the Land O Lakes plant in Pine Island, and driving semi for Land O Lakes. His great passion was his work as an Auctioneer where he owned and operated Casey's Auction Service for 30 years. His volunteer work doing many fundraising auctions always brought him joy knowing he was helping others. Another important passion was being a Life Member of Zumbro Falls VFW Post 1802, a Life Member of the AMVETS, a member of the American Legion of Mazeppa and also the Mazeppa Honor Guard. He was currently serving as Commander of VFW Post 1802 Zumbro Falls.

June 6, 1970 he was united in marriage with Mary Bartels at Trinity Lincoln Lutheran Church, Lake City. They were blessed with 3 children, Travis of Lake City, Jana (Jeff) Brand of Lake City, and Holly (Jeff) Burow of Kenyon. He is also survived by grandchildren, Casey Wesbur; Thomas, Simon, and Greta Brand; Jacob Ronningen; Nicole (Dusty) Guerton; Amanda Burow; Great grandchildren Chloe and A.J. Guerton. He was preceded in death by his parents.

An Out Side Memorial Service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church Lincoln Friday May 1, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. Please bring your own folding chair, social distancing will be required. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled for a later date. Burial with Military Honors will be held at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery- Preston. The family requests in lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to Trinity Lutheran church, VFW Post 1802 or donor's choice. On Line Condolences may be placed at www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com

Memorial Service

MAY 1. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CDT)

Lincoln Trinity Lutheran Church
35973 County Road 17
Lake City, MN 55041
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