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JoAnn M. Nygaard

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JoAnn M. Nygaard, age 76, of Litchfield, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at Centracare- St. Cloud Hospital.

Private Family Graveside Service will be held at Ripley Cemetery in Litchfield.

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Hantge Funeral Chapel
100 First Street
Darwin, MN 55324
Phone:(320) 693-8710
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JoAnn Marie Nygaard was born on September 10, 1944, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Clarence and Bessie (Getz) Seller. JoAnn was baptized as an infant in Silver Lake, Minnesota, and later confirmed in her faith as a youth at the Congregational Church in Hutchinson. She received her education in Hutchinson and was a graduate with the Hutchinson High School class of 1963.

On January 25, 1964, JoAnn united in marriage to the love of her life, Dennis Nygaard at the Congregational Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with two children, Kevin and Brenda. JoAnn and Dennis lived and raised their family in Litchfield. They shared 54 years of marriage.

JoAnn was employed at Fingerhut, sold Avon, and was a cook at Augustana Homes.

She enjoyed cooking, puzzles, board games, and computer games. JoAnn was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield.

JoAnn passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at CentraCare – St. Cloud Hospital, at the age of 76 years. Blessed be her memory.

JoAnn is survived by her:
Children, Kevin Nygaard of Litchfield, MN,
Brenda Schultz and her husband, Randy of Litchfield, MN;
Grandchildren, Danielle Nygaard-Hernandez and her husband, Edwin, Courtney Nygaard, Ashley Schultz, and Hunter Schultz;
Great-Grandchild, Bella Nygaard-Hernandez;
Sister, Margaret Hernandez of Brainerd, MN;
Nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends.

JoAnn is preceded in death by her: Parents, Clarence and Bessie Seller; Husband, Dennis Nygaard; Brother, Dean Seller.

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  1. Karen Hoffmann says

    November 20, 2020 at 10:21 am

    Kevin, Brenda & Randy & family,
    Sending our sympathy & remembering all of you in our thoughts & prayers. Cherish the wonderful memories. May God Bless all of you & her memory! Love, hugs & prayers sent your way.
    Karen & Larry Hoffmann

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  2. Pat Klapotz says

    November 21, 2020 at 8:44 am

    JoAnne was a joy to be around. I worked at Augustana when she was a cook.
    Always upbeat and positive with her beautiful smile.
    My sympathy to your family.
    Pat Klapotz

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  3. Cheryl Schauman says

    November 21, 2020 at 10:30 am

    So sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful person and many people were blessed by knowing her. May God wrap his arms around and give you peace and strength while you grieve this great loss.
    Cheryl

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  4. Carol & Ken Shoutz says

    November 22, 2020 at 2:17 pm

    Brenda and family so sorry to hear about your Mom. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. She was a great person.

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  5. Barbara Keeling says

    November 23, 2020 at 11:00 am

    JoAnn was fun to work with. I worked at Bethany when she was a cook. I loved her laugh and smile.
    She was a favorite with residents too. She could always make them smile.
    May God Bless you and give you peace.
    Barb K.

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  6. Jayne Ackman says

    November 23, 2020 at 6:16 pm

    I worked with JoAnn at Emmanuel Home when she was a supper cook. She was pleasant and fun to work with. I am so sorry to hear that she passed away. I know her family was so important to her. May God bless you in your time of loss.

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