Harold Hovdestad
June 13, 1930 - May 24, 2021
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - Harold Hovdestad, 90, Palm Springs, Calif., died Monday, May 24, in Desert Regional Medical Center.
Our much beloved Uncle Harold, the last of all his siblings, has passed, May 24, 2021, to join the love of his life, Dolores (Ziegler), his wife of over 38 years (1968) in heaven.
Harold grew up in Moorhead MN, working various jobs to help support the family. He was a Korean War veteran. All of his brothers served in the U.S. Army, of which they were very proud. Harold was always very active outside of work with dancing, yodeling, singing in groups etc.
After Korea, Harold went to work again helping support the family and put himself through college at Moorhead State earning a bachelor of science degree in 1963. A passionate and voracious reader. He was a lifelong believer in education earning a master's degree at the University of Redlands and worked toward a doctorate in education. He earned several certificates along with his teaching certificate. Harold taught At Riverside elementary school in Moorhead, and in elementary schools in San Bernardino, CA, for over 29 years, before retiring with Dolores.
Harold and Dolores traveled the world taking over 28 cruises and many trips together. Loved being retired 'snow birds' where they could winter in Ca and summer in Minn. near family and friends. They enjoyed entertaining at their lake house at 5th Crow Wing lake and then later at Prairie lake. He loved checking in with friends and family via the phone in his later years. Where he would exclaim many times how he was "shocked" about one thing or, another or, say "whatever…". Harold and Dolores enjoyed the companionship of nine different 'Pugs' over their lifetime with MaiLing as his favorite, who he swears had human personality traits. They also had many nieces and nephews that they spent their time, energy and love with. They will be missed by so many.
Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores; his parents, Olivia and Anton, and all of his siblings: Cora, Maryann, Andrew, Selmer, Florence, Bernice, Robert, Russell, and Stan.
A Memorial Service will be held for Harold and his brother, Stanley, who passed away on November 18, 2020. The Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at 3 PM, in Korsmo Funeral Chapel, Moorhead, MN. A graveside service for Harold and his wife,Dolores, will take place Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at 3 PM, in the columbarium at Riverside Cemetery, Moorhead.
Arrangements by to Korsmo Funeral and Cremation Service, Moorhead, MN.
https://www.inforum.com/obituaries/obits/7049898-Harold-D.-Hovdestad
June 13, 1930 - May 24, 2021
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - Harold Hovdestad, 90, Palm Springs, Calif., died Monday, May 24, in Desert Regional Medical Center.
Our much beloved Uncle Harold, the last of all his siblings, has passed, May 24, 2021, to join the love of his life, Dolores (Ziegler), his wife of over 38 years (1968) in heaven.
Harold grew up in Moorhead MN, working various jobs to help support the family. He was a Korean War veteran. All of his brothers served in the U.S. Army, of which they were very proud. Harold was always very active outside of work with dancing, yodeling, singing in groups etc.
After Korea, Harold went to work again helping support the family and put himself through college at Moorhead State earning a bachelor of science degree in 1963. A passionate and voracious reader. He was a lifelong believer in education earning a master's degree at the University of Redlands and worked toward a doctorate in education. He earned several certificates along with his teaching certificate. Harold taught At Riverside elementary school in Moorhead, and in elementary schools in San Bernardino, CA, for over 29 years, before retiring with Dolores.
Harold and Dolores traveled the world taking over 28 cruises and many trips together. Loved being retired 'snow birds' where they could winter in Ca and summer in Minn. near family and friends. They enjoyed entertaining at their lake house at 5th Crow Wing lake and then later at Prairie lake. He loved checking in with friends and family via the phone in his later years. Where he would exclaim many times how he was "shocked" about one thing or, another or, say "whatever…". Harold and Dolores enjoyed the companionship of nine different 'Pugs' over their lifetime with MaiLing as his favorite, who he swears had human personality traits. They also had many nieces and nephews that they spent their time, energy and love with. They will be missed by so many.
Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores; his parents, Olivia and Anton, and all of his siblings: Cora, Maryann, Andrew, Selmer, Florence, Bernice, Robert, Russell, and Stan.
A Memorial Service will be held for Harold and his brother, Stanley, who passed away on November 18, 2020. The Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at 3 PM, in Korsmo Funeral Chapel, Moorhead, MN. A graveside service for Harold and his wife,Dolores, will take place Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at 3 PM, in the columbarium at Riverside Cemetery, Moorhead.
Arrangements by to Korsmo Funeral and Cremation Service, Moorhead, MN.
https://www.inforum.com/obituaries/obits/7049898-Harold-D.-Hovdestad
Harold Hovdestad
June 13, 1930 - May 24, 2021
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - Harold Hovdestad, 90, Palm Springs, Calif., died Monday, May 24, in Desert Regional Medical Center.
Our much beloved Uncle Harold, the last of all his siblings, has passed, May 24, 2021, to join the love of his life, Dolores (Ziegler), his wife of over 38 years (1968) in heaven.
Harold grew up in Moorhead MN, working various jobs to help support the family. He was a Korean War veteran. All of his brothers served in the U.S. Army, of which they were very proud. Harold was always very active outside of work with dancing, yodeling, singing in groups etc.
After Korea, Harold went to work again helping support the family and put himself through college at Moorhead State earning a bachelor of science degree in 1963. A passionate and voracious reader. He was a lifelong believer in education earning a master's degree at the University of Redlands and worked toward a doctorate in education. He earned several certificates along with his teaching certificate. Harold taught At Riverside elementary school in Moorhead, and in elementary schools in San Bernardino, CA, for over 29 years, before retiring with Dolores.
Harold and Dolores traveled the world taking over 28 cruises and many trips together. Loved being retired 'snow birds' where they could winter in Ca and summer in Minn. near family and friends. They enjoyed entertaining at their lake house at 5th Crow Wing lake and then later at Prairie lake. He loved checking in with friends and family via the phone in his later years. Where he would exclaim many times how he was "shocked" about one thing or, another or, say "whatever…". Harold and Dolores enjoyed the companionship of nine different 'Pugs' over their lifetime with MaiLing as his favorite, who he swears had human personality traits. They also had many nieces and nephews that they spent their time, energy and love with. They will be missed by so many.
Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores; his parents, Olivia and Anton, and all of his siblings: Cora, Maryann, Andrew, Selmer, Florence, Bernice, Robert, Russell, and Stan.
A Memorial Service will be held for Harold and his brother, Stanley, who passed away on November 18, 2020. The Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at 3 PM, in Korsmo Funeral Chapel, Moorhead, MN. A graveside service for Harold and his wife,Dolores, will take place Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at 3 PM, in the columbarium at Riverside Cemetery, Moorhead.
Arrangements by to Korsmo Funeral and Cremation Service, Moorhead, MN.
https://www.inforum.com/obituaries/obits/7049898-Harold-D.-Hovdestad
June 13, 1930 - May 24, 2021
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - Harold Hovdestad, 90, Palm Springs, Calif., died Monday, May 24, in Desert Regional Medical Center.
Our much beloved Uncle Harold, the last of all his siblings, has passed, May 24, 2021, to join the love of his life, Dolores (Ziegler), his wife of over 38 years (1968) in heaven.
Harold grew up in Moorhead MN, working various jobs to help support the family. He was a Korean War veteran. All of his brothers served in the U.S. Army, of which they were very proud. Harold was always very active outside of work with dancing, yodeling, singing in groups etc.
After Korea, Harold went to work again helping support the family and put himself through college at Moorhead State earning a bachelor of science degree in 1963. A passionate and voracious reader. He was a lifelong believer in education earning a master's degree at the University of Redlands and worked toward a doctorate in education. He earned several certificates along with his teaching certificate. Harold taught At Riverside elementary school in Moorhead, and in elementary schools in San Bernardino, CA, for over 29 years, before retiring with Dolores.
Harold and Dolores traveled the world taking over 28 cruises and many trips together. Loved being retired 'snow birds' where they could winter in Ca and summer in Minn. near family and friends. They enjoyed entertaining at their lake house at 5th Crow Wing lake and then later at Prairie lake. He loved checking in with friends and family via the phone in his later years. Where he would exclaim many times how he was "shocked" about one thing or, another or, say "whatever…". Harold and Dolores enjoyed the companionship of nine different 'Pugs' over their lifetime with MaiLing as his favorite, who he swears had human personality traits. They also had many nieces and nephews that they spent their time, energy and love with. They will be missed by so many.
Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores; his parents, Olivia and Anton, and all of his siblings: Cora, Maryann, Andrew, Selmer, Florence, Bernice, Robert, Russell, and Stan.
A Memorial Service will be held for Harold and his brother, Stanley, who passed away on November 18, 2020. The Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at 3 PM, in Korsmo Funeral Chapel, Moorhead, MN. A graveside service for Harold and his wife,Dolores, will take place Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at 3 PM, in the columbarium at Riverside Cemetery, Moorhead.
Arrangements by to Korsmo Funeral and Cremation Service, Moorhead, MN.
https://www.inforum.com/obituaries/obits/7049898-Harold-D.-Hovdestad
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Siblings
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Cora Serine Hovdestad Peterson
1915–1997
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MaryAnn Otilia "Molly" Hovdestad Wayman
1917–1985
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Sgt Andrew Cornelius "Stub" Hovdestad
1919–1944
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Selmer Oliver "Sully" Hovdestad
1921–1986
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Florence Agnes Hovdestad
1924–1924
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Bernice Evelyn Hovdestad Kondos Eickstadt
1925–2011
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Robert Caral "Todd" Hovdestad
1927–2007
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Russell LeRoy "Babe" Hovdestad
1933–2003
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Stanley Merle "Stan" Hovdestad
1938–2020
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