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Kelly E. Baggenstoss

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Kelly Baggenstoss, age 85, husband of LuAnn, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Kingsway Retirement Living in Belle Plaine, Minnesota.

Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 11, 2023, 11:00 A.M. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gaylord with interment in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be Friday, February 10, 2023, from 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gaylord and will continue one hour prior to the service on Saturday.

Visitation/Gathering
Immanuel Lutheran Church
315 5th Street
Gaylord, MN
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Service
Immanuel Lutheran Church
315 5th Street
Gaylord, MN
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Funeral Chapel
Egesdal Funeral Home
74 Main Avenue
Gaylord, MN 55334
Phone:(507) 237-2388
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Cemetery
Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery (Gaylord)
Highway 22 North
Gaylord, MN
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Obituary

Kelly Elmer Baggenstoss was born on August 8, 1937, in Swan River Township, Morrison County, Minnesota. He was the son of August and Esther (Ehrlichmann) Baggenstoss. Kelly was baptized on August 29, 1937, and was later confirmed in his faith on June 17, 1951, by Reverend Nauss, at Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Upsala, Minnesota. He graduated from Upsala High School in 1955.  In 1960 he joined the US National Guard and served for 6 years.

On February 9, 1963, Kelly was united in marriage to LuAnn Harren in Upsala, Minnesota. This union was blessed with 11 children.

In the early years of their marriage, Kelly worked for Honeywell and they purchased their first home in Coon Rapids, Minnesota.  A couple of years later he worked for Fire Engineers which brought them to Boaz, Alabama, and eventually back to Golden Valley, Minnesota.  In 1970 when Fire Engineers opened a plant in Arlington, Minnesota, he helped build and install incinerators across the U.S.  In 1970 they also purchased their farm in rural Gaylord, Minnesota.

After Fire Engineers closed, Kelly worked for another company before getting hired at Oak Grove Dairy in Norwood, Minnesota. During his employment at Oak Grove Dairy, he worked in many different areas and learned as much about the company prior to holding a supervisor position and finally retiring in September 1999 after 23 years with the company.  Kelly continued to farm after retiring, he and LuAnn shared 52 years together on their farm and celebrated 60 years of marriage.

Kelly was a long-time member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gaylord and enjoyed serving as Head Usher for many years.

Kelly truly enjoyed his hobby farm, helping neighbors, playing cards and dancing. He had a great sense of humor with his colorful, sassy, and witty tales. Kelly cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Kelly passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Kingsway Retirement Living in Belle Plaine, Minnesota, at the age of 85 years. Blessed be his memory.

Kelly is survived by his:
Wife,                      LuAnn Baggenstoss of Gaylord, MN;
Children,                 Duane (Carmen) Baggenstoss of Gaylord, MN,
                                Lana (Larry) Lewer of Coon Rapids, MN,
                                Lori (Dean) Maas of Nicollet, MN,
                                Kelly Rae (Mechele “Shelly”) Baggenstoss of Lyles, TN,
                                Leah Rodriguez of New Richmond, WI,
                                Lisa (Thomas “Tom”) Pfarr of Arlington, MN,
                                Lyna (Special friend, Jason “Skip”) Baggenstoss of Nicollet, MN,
                                Florian (Michele) Baggenstoss of Waconia, MN,
                                LuAnn (Jason) Kalis of Cokato, MN,
                                Loni (Derek) Scheff of Belle Plaine, MN, and
                                Mitchell (Kyla) Baggenstoss of Lafayette, MN;
Many Grandchildren and Step Grandchildren;
Many Great-Grandchildren and Step Great-Grandchildren;
Sister, Lois (Edward) Schlichting of Appleton, WI;
Brothers, Leon (Renee) Baggenstoss of Fridley, MN, David (Benita) Baggenstoss of Elmdale, MN, Ivan (Patricia) Baggenstoss of Cedar, MN, and Gary (Shirley) Baggenstoss of Elk River, MN;
Sisters-in-law, Judith Baggenstoss of Oconomowoc, WI, and Joan Baggenstoss of Fridley, MN;
Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Kelly was preceded in death by his Parents, August and Esther Baggenstoss;  Brothers, Florian Baggenstoss, Virgil “Butch” Baggenstoss, Milton Baggenstoss, Glen Baggenstoss, Laurel Baggenstoss; and Infant Baby Brother, Robert; Sister, LaVonne Lehrke; Brother-in-law, Glenn Lehrke; Sisters-in-law, Virginia Baggenstoss, DeAnna Baggenstoss, Lillian Baggenstoss, and Anne Baggenstoss; Sons-in-law, Juan Rodriguez and Gregory Kloeckl; Nephews, Kevin Baggenstoss and Jeff Baggenstoss; Nieces, Sandra Baggenstoss, Kerri Baggenstoss and Candy Erickson.

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  1. Kacey (Trout) Tollefson says

    February 1, 2023 at 5:33 pm

    So sorry to all the Baggenstoss family members. I grew up in your basement along with many other friends did I’m sure. I feared Kelly for a long time, he was a hard ass parent! As I grew older I grew to respect him and the way he raised his kids. He would always ask for me when he had questions at the pharmacy. He joked with us constantly, as he did with everyone. His laugh was contagious and the giggle of it when he really got going was so funny. He’s one who won’t be forgotten. I’m sure he’s with family up there dancing all the polkas he can! Prayers and sympathies to you all. Special hugs to Ma and Loni!

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  2. Virg Senescall says

    February 1, 2023 at 5:38 pm

    I had more laughs with Kelly than I will ever be able to remember. We would tease each other a lot, laugh, argue, talk quietly when he didn’t want others to hear and reminisce endlessly. That’s called a great friendship !
    I will truly miss you Kelly.

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  3. Robyn Woods says

    February 1, 2023 at 5:53 pm

    I was so very sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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  4. Jesus V Panalez says

    February 1, 2023 at 6:21 pm

    Sorry for your loss Leah, Prayers and Condolences for all the Family. May he Rest-In-Peace

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  5. Diane Dietz says

    February 2, 2023 at 6:46 am

    My sympathy of Kelly’s passing. God comfort you. Remembering him helping with funerals and ushering at church.

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  6. Susana Aranda says

    February 2, 2023 at 9:27 am

    Praying for you and your family through this time.

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  7. Shelly Lane says

    February 2, 2023 at 11:40 am

    Sending Love and Prayers your way. May memories fill your mind and warm your heart.

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  8. Tom Macy says

    February 2, 2023 at 12:34 pm

    Lisa, Levi, Taylor I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father and grandfather. Tom, I am sorry for the loss FIL. May he rest in peace.

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  9. Jean Myhro says

    February 2, 2023 at 8:53 pm

    Sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. Sympathies to all of the family.

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  10. Carrie Jackson Trcka says

    February 3, 2023 at 5:54 am

    Dear Baggenstoss family,
    I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories provide you comfort. My prayers are with you all.

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  11. Keith Larson says

    February 3, 2023 at 11:55 am

    Really enjoyed Kelly and Luann when I worked at their place years ago. Rest in peace Kelly

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  12. Kris (Zaske) Dyrhaug says

    February 4, 2023 at 8:02 am

    I am so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. He and your mom did a wonderful job raising such a loving family!

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  13. Lori Hardel says

    February 5, 2023 at 6:43 pm

    My deepest sympathy and prayers to the Baggenstoss family. May God give you the strength to help you thru this tough time

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  14. Bernie Kremers Haldenwanger says

    February 6, 2023 at 12:18 pm

    LuAnn, I’m so sorry to hear about Kelly.
    I will be thinking about you and your family.
    Love and prayers
    Bernie Kremers Haldenwanger

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  15. Lei Amorim says

    February 10, 2023 at 8:50 am

    My heartfelt sympathies to LuAnn and the entire Baggenstoss family. Kelly will be missed by many, with his quick witt and loving smile. God’s blessing on you all during this difficult time…and always.
    Lei

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