Robert Lindgren

Robert Lindgren passed away peacefully at home on January 6th at the age of 83.

Robert was born August 14, 1939, to Charles & Selma (Saari) Lindgren in Virginia. He attended school in Embarrass living most of his life in Sandy Township.

In 1958 Robert enlisted in the 7th Army where he was stationed in Germany attached to the 46th artillery group providing security over mobile missile launchers. He earned Marksmanship Badge (Carbine), Expert Badge (Rifle) and Good Conduct Medal. Robert was honorably discharged at the rank of PFC E3.

On June 19, 1965, he married Charlotte Lind, and they were been married for 57 years. Through this union, they raised 3 kids – Mary, Allen and Charles.

He enjoyed the outdoors especially hunting, fishing, gardening, and feeding crows & squirrels.

Robert is survived by his devoted wife Charlotte; daughter Mary, Hibbing; sons Allen (Bobbi), Maple Grove and Charles (Lisa), Thief River Falls; granddaughter Coral, Virginia; brother Art (Martha); brother-in-law Dennis (Ann) Lind; sister-in-law Diane (Paul) Hanson; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Selma, parents-in-law Arnt and Ann Lind, infant brother John, infant sister Ida, and sisters Darlene Pauna, Ann Tario and Margaret Church.

In honor of Robert’s wishes, a private family service will be held.

The Range Funeral Home of Virginia is in charge of the arrangements