Erling Linnerud
April 08, 1928 - July 26, 2012
Obituary
STOUGHTON-Erling B. Linnerud, age 84, of Stoughton, went to be the Lord on Thursday, July 26, 2012. He was born on April 8, 1928, in the town of Christiana, the son of Eilert and Bergloit (Enger) Linnerud. Erling was a veteran, serving his country in the U.S. Army overseas, from 1946 until 1949. He met Mary Jane Lee and they were united in marriage on Aug. 21, 1953. Together they raised five children in the Stoughton area. He worked for Farmers Union Co-op and later farmed. Erling enjoyed camping and working on the farm. He was a member of the VFW and was also active in starting churches in the area. He loved spending time with his family and thought it was very important to take a family vacation every year. He loved going to Norway. Erling’s passion in life was talking about the Lord. Erling is survived by his daughters, Vicky (Phil) Elsing and Jeanne (David) Kojo; sons, Gerry and Jamie; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; brothers, Oscar (Shirley) and Lloyd (Lois); and sister, Beatrice Morrison. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane; son, Randy; brothers, Harold, Arthur, Norman, Robert and Earl; and his parents. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Hwy. 51, Stoughton, at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug 1,2012, with Pastor Scott Linnerud presiding. Burial will be at Graves Cemetery with military honors, followed by a luncheon at American Legion Post 59, 803 N. Page St., Stoughton. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday. Erling will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
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Burial will be at Graves Cemetery with military honors, followed by a luncheon at American Legion Post 59, 803 N. Page St., Stoughton.
Visitation will be at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday.
Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Hwy. 51, Stoughton, at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug 1,2012, with Pastor Scott Linnerud presiding.
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Vicky
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I have so many memories of my dad, but most of all, he loved everyone, loved to spend time with his family. He loved the Lord and loved to tell people about it.
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Mike Bartman
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Erling had a big impact on my life and family's. He opened his home to us for bible studies, fellowship, and encouragement - what a blessing. I think often of the fishing trips to Candada and Erling's smoked Northerns (they didn't taste very good but it sure was fun) and other adventures. He and his familiy had a great impact on our lives and many others. He is with his Lord and savior now.
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Jason Griffith
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I am very sorry for your loss of Mr. Erling B. Linnerud. I know this must be a tough time for you, at times like this encouragement can be found in God's word the Bible. There we read of the many Promises that Jehovah God makes to us. In Revelation 21:4, there he promises to do away with pain, suffering, and death. And in John 5:28,29, we have the hope of seeing our dead loved ones again. Living forever on a paradise earth.(Psalms 37:11,29) I hope this has brought you some much needed comfort.
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Virgil and Joan Schroeder
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We are so thankful for Erling. Over 40 years ago he cared enough to share his newfound faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Because of his testimony Joan was led to accept Jesus Christ as Savior. Virgil also was saved. There are 33 people in our immediate family impacted by that one act of faith. Thank you Erling. Vicky and Jeanne, Gerry and Jamie you were blessed to have him as Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. You will miss him. As will we and many others. He was a man of courage and strength. And maybe a little bit of Norwegian stubborness in there as well.