Kenneth Paul Fagerlie

Kenneth Paul Fagerlie was born April 14,1926 in Minneapolis and died on April 11, 2023 - just three days before his 97th birthday. He is preceded in death by his wife, Dolores, his parents, Paul and Ella Fagerlie of Minneapolis, MN, and his twin sisters Jean and Joan. He is survived by son David (Yaovapa Ratanasopa), and daughters Leanne (John) Sponsel and Kristin (James) Dery; grandchildren Joshua (Jaime) Dery, Jacob (Courtney) Sponsel, Maggie Sponsel, Thanan Ratanasopa and Monica (Benjamin) Dery Siers; and four great-grandchildren, Katherine and Jackson Dery and Benjamin and Theodore Sponsel. Ken served in the Navy before attending Augsburg College where he met Dee. Ken's mom worked as a cook at the college and she told him there was this nice girl he should meet. They married in 1948. His beloved wife, Dolores (Dee), passed away in 2018, after an impressive marriage of 70 years. They shared many fabulous adventures, including moving more than 20 times for career changes and each earning advanced degrees in mid-career. Ken taught in Pine River, Fergus Falls and Minneapolis, MN. After teaching he went into the insurance business, and was also VP of Development at Augsburg College. He returned to teaching at the end of his career, working in Apple Valley High School's work experience program. He was a well liked change-agent for his students, helping them create positive and productive lives. Ken and Dee spent most of their retirement years in Naples, Florida - living on a golf course and golfing nearly every day, well into their 80's. They enjoyed their church, bridge, theater, and travel. They particularly enjoyed European river cruises. They returned to Minnesota for closer proximity to family that was welcomed by all. Ken and Dee lived at Cherrywood Pointe in Roseville (now Amira-Choice) in their later years. After Dee's passing, Ken moved to the memory care unit where he was a favorite among the staff. He never complained, participated in activities, and charmed many. He will always be known for his quick and witty statements and sense of humor. Service: Westminster Presbyterian Church (in the chapel), Saturday May, 13, 2023 1:00 PM, 1200 Marquette Ave. Mpls., MN 55403 612-332-3421 Free underground parking . Enter from Alice Rainville Place (13th St) between Nicollet Mall and Marquette Avenue.- www.westminstermpls.org There is a map on the church's website.

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Kenneth Paul Fagerlie

April 14, 1926 - April 11, 2023

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Kenneth Paul Fagerlie

April 14, 1926 - April 11, 2023

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