Ronald Kangas
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Ronald E. Kangas, 83, of Lake Norden, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021, surrounded by his family and friends at his home. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 am Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church, near Lake Norden. Visitation will be from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday at the church. Geise Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Ronald E. Kangas was born on February 8, 1938, in Estelline, SD, the son of Edward and Evelyn (Lehtola) Kangas. He was baptized, confirmed and a lifelong member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. He graduated from Bryant High School. He was united in marriage to Ruth A. Blakeman on April 3, 1958 in Bryant, SD. He farmed for a number of years in Cleveland Township and started Ron's Saw Shop in 1968 and remained involved in the chain saw business until retiring in 2003.
He enjoyed neighborhood visits and spending time with grandchildren as well as traveling and visiting Christian companions in other localities.
Ron is survived by his children, Darla (Dallas) Rasmussen of Lake Norden, SD, Edith (Alan) Kaski, of Lake Norden, SD, Joann (Lee) Jouppe, of Lake Norden, SD, Carol (Randy) Reddig, of Bryant, SD, Linda Woods of Lake Norden, SD, Dallas (Molly) Kangas, of Yacolt, WA, Shane (Alayne) Kangas, of Dollar Bay, MI, Reazo (Elaine) Kangas of Bryant, SD and Edward (Amy) Kangas, of Lake Norden, SD; 53 grandchildren; 47 great grandchildren; two sisters, Marilyn (Lance) Wilen, of Lake Norden, SD and Mavis (Chris) Van Schoiack, of Hayti, SD and one brother Roy (Luana) Kangas, of Dodgeville, MI.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Ruth; three sons, Faron, Walden and Ricky and son-in-law, Brian Miller.
Condolences may be sent to the family through www.geisefuneralhome.com