Age 77, died peacefully at home Nov. 29, 2013. Survived by wife of 53 years, Lois; children, Mari, Dan (Jenny), Brett (Paula) and Ryan (Tammy); 7 grandchildren, Krystal Riordan, Amber Grube, Brittany Tricarico, Alex Emmons, Easton Emmons, Rachel Emmons, Quentin Emmons; and 2 great grandchildren, Logan Grube and Tabitha Riordan. Memorial Service 1:00pm, Tuesday, Dec. 3 at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids, with visitation 1 hour prior. Private Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.