Ronald Lorntson • 1944 - 2010

Ronald Lorntson, 65, Minot, ND, died Friday, March 19, 2010, in a Minot hospital.

Ronald Henry Lorntson was born May 11, 1944, a son of Henry and Mila “Dolly” (Davick) Lorntson, in Berkely, California. He moved with his family to Minot at the age of two and was educated at Model High School, graduating in 1962.

Ron enlisted in the United States Navy February 5, 1962. He proudly served his country and was honorably discharged February 5, 1965.  

Ron married Patricia P. Prescott August 20, 1964. They were later divorced. Ron was a truck driver for numerous companies. He drove truck for many years until ill health forced him to retire. Ron married Sandra Reed in 1985. They were later divorced.

He attended business school and worked in a Minot autoparts store. He had also been employed by Minot Cab until ill health forced him to retire in 2003.

Ron was a proud member of the Dakota Cruisers, whom he loved spending time with. He also enjoyed spending time with all of his friends at Schatz Truck Stop.  He lived for his daughters and grandchildren.

His loving family includes:  daughters, Renee Gail Fossen, Minot, and Theresa Marie Marten, Minot; step-children, Brenda Oustad and Daniel St. Claire; grandchildren, Travis John Fossen, Justyn Ron Lorntson, Curtis George Marten and Krystal Shantel Lynn Marten; brother, Craig (Elaine) Lorntson, Bismarck; nephews, Jamie and Eric Lorntson; and his loving pets, Baby and Bertha.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents; former wife, Patricia; former wife, Sandra; stillborn twins, Gary and Joan Lorntson, and pet, Ginger.

Funeral: Thursday, March 25, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, Minot.

Interment:  Rosehill Memorial Park, Minot, ND.

Visitation:  Thursday one hour prior to the service at the church.  

Memorials: are preferred to Christ Lutheran Church, Minot.

Officiant: Pastor David Maxfield

Music:
“Peace In The Valley” by Elvis Presley
“He Walks With Me” by the Statler Brothers
 “Will The Circle Be Unbroken” by the Oak Ridge Boys
Allen Drege, Organist

Congregational Hymns:  “Amazing Grace” & “Rock of Ages” & “How Great Thou Art”

Honorary Bearers: Rod Davick, Kerry Davick, Doug Aumundson, Bill Swafford, Nevada Alton,  Daryl Kubler and all those who loved him

Active Bearers: Travis Fossen,  John Fossen, Walt Harbaugh, Justyn Lorntson, George Masters,  Stan  Saylor

Final Resting Place

Military honors accorded by the North Dakota National Funeral Honor Guard.

Following the graveside service, please join the family for a time of fellowship and lunch in the fellowship hall.

Our family would like to thank all of you for your many acts of kindness. Your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated during this difficult time. May God bless the memory of Ron.

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