Robert Ramthun

Obituary

Robert Henry Ramthun was born on July 10, 1945, in Buffalo, Minnesota. He was the son of Henry and Laura (Debner) Ramthun. Robert was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth, both at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo, Minnesota. He received his education in Buffalo and was a graduate of the Buffalo High School Class of 1963.  Robert furthered his education at Dunwoody Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

On August 31, 1965, Robert entered active military service and served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was the Crew Chief/C130 and achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant. Robert was Honorably Discharged on June 6, 1969.

Robert was employed as a welder in fabrication and manufacturing. He enjoyed watching wildlife whether it was from outside or observing from a window inside. Robert also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and woodworking. He was a life member of the New Auburn VFW Post #7266.

When he needed assistance with his daily care, Robert became a resident of Edgewood in Sartell, Minnesota, and passed away there on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at the age of 75 years. Blessed be his memory.

Robert is survived by his:
Children, Rena Miller and her husband, Roland of  South Haven, Minnesota,
                  Dean Ramthun and his wife, Helen, of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin;
Grandchildren, Alissa Ramthun (Matthew);
Step grandchildren, Brandon Miller and his wife, Amy, and Matt Jansen and his fiancé, Sadee;
Great grandchild, Natalie;
Step great grandchildren, Ayriona, Aryiah, and Eliza;
And other relatives and friends.

Robert was preceded in death by his Parents, Henry and Laura Ramthun.