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Dennis Sundstrom

October 16, 1942 — June 17, 2024

Lindstrom

Dennis C. Sundstrom, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on June 17, 2024, in Lindstrom, MN, at the age of 81. Born on October 16, 1942, Dennis lived a life filled with passion and adventure, leaving behind a legacy of love and memories. He worked as a sales engineer at Midway Industrial for 40 years. Throughout his life, Dennis found joy in the simple pleasures, from his love for Harley Davidson motorcycles, to the unforgettable motorcycle trips he embarked on with his father in his youth and continued the many long trips with his wife, Barbara. Dennis was a highly skilled aviator who owned and operated a fixed base aviation. His passion for flying was evident to all who knew him, and his expertise as a pilot and instructor touched the lives of many in the aviation community. His knowledge in aviation was unmatched, able to identify any passing airplane just by its sound, a testament to his lifelong passion for flying. Fishing brought him peace and solace, and being a part of the RC airplane club allowed him to share his enthusiasm for aviation with others. Above all else, Dennis cherished his family. His devotion to his wife, Barbara Sundstrom, was unwavering, and his love for his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren knew no bounds. He found fulfillment in their company, creating lasting memories that will be treasured for generations to come. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arby and Shirley; son, Daniel; uncles, Hugo, Shorty. He is survived by wife, Barb; daughter, Kelly Bjork; son, Timothy (Michele); grandchildren, Daniel (Kim) LaMotte, Stephanie (Kurt) Klinkhammer, Jennifer (Matt) Nelson, Melissa (Cole), Jeff; great grandchildren, Kaleb, Karson, Kloe, Daisey, Winston, Phoebe, Eliza, Isaac, Lilly, Wyatt; brother, Warren; sister, Marnie Peterson. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM, on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Family will be greeting friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Dennis C. Sundstrom will be deeply missed by his family and friends, but his spirit will live on in the fond memories he created with those he held dear. May he rest in peace, forever remembered for his kindness, passion, and love.

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Saturday, August 3, 2024

1:00 - 2:00 pm (Central time)

Mattson Funeral Home & Cremation Service

343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN 55025

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Memorial Service

Saturday, August 3, 2024

2:00 - 3:00 pm (Central time)

Mattson Funeral Home & Cremation Service

343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN 55025

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