Service Information
Randall “Randy” “Squirrel” A. Just, age 67, of New Auburn, Minnesota, passed away Monday, August 28, 2023, surrounded by family at his home.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, September 1, 2023, 11:00 A.M., at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Auburn, Minnesota, with interment at a later date in High Island Cemetery in New Auburn.
Visitation will be held Thursday, August 31, 2023, from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M., at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Auburn, Minnesota, and will continue one hour prior to the service on Friday.
Obituary
Randall “Randy” “Squirrel” Arthur Just was born on November 1, 1955, in Glencoe, Minnesota. He was the son of Arthur A. and LaVerna C. (Wendlandt) Just. He was baptized as an infant and later confirmed into his faith at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Fernando, Minnesota. Randy graduated from Glencoe Senior High School with the class of 1973. He continued his education at Hutchinson VoTech, earning a degree in Motorcycle Mechanics.
On December 8, 1979, Randy was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Debra Ann Totman at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Auburn, Minnesota. The couple made their home in New Auburn. They were blessed with 43 years and 8 months of marriage and four children: Samantha, Aasa, Kelli, and Casey.
Randy started his career at 3M in Hutchinson, Minnesota, in 1988, and retired after 33 years. He was employed at a number of places over the years, working at Cole Grain and Seeds in Winthrop, MN, Shaw Tiling in Gaylord, MN, Matheney Oil Co. in Brownton, MN, Rischmiller Roofing in New Auburn, MN, and Rockite Silo in Glencoe, MN. Randy also owned and operated a Mechanical Repair shop named “Just Shop” in New Auburn. Randy was an active member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Auburn, a member of the New Auburn City Council, as well as a member of the North Woods Quads ATV Club, a nonprofit organization.
Randy loved spending time outdoors; whether it was hunting, four-wheeling, gardening, or cutting wood. He started a business called “Yellow Jacket Stump Grinding & Milling” which stemmed from cutting and grinding tree stumps and milling logs into slabs. He enjoyed cooking, teaching his children to cook, and brewing his own beer and wine. His sense of humor was admired, always the “jokester.” Randy greatly cherished the time he spent with his family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Randy passed away on August 28, 2023, surrounded by his family, after a courageous 7-year battle with Leiomyosarcoma “LMS,” a rare and aggressive form of cancer at the age of 67 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Randy is survived by his
Loving Wife, Debra Ann Just of New Auburn, MN;
Children, Samantha Just of Minneapolis, MN,
Aasa (Alexa) Just of Farmington, MN,
Kelli (Joel) Glander of Hamburg, MN,
Casey (Charlie) Eichten of Gaylord, MN;
Grandchildren, Taylor Just, Dylan Just (fiancé, Amanda Loehr), Shila Just, Jayden Glander, Karson Glander, Baby Just due in September 2023;
Great-grandchildren, Mason Kletscher, Dakota Just;
Parents, Arthur (LaVerna) Just;
Siblings, Arlette (Mike) Kottke, of Glencoe, MN, Debra (Kerry) Wuetherich, of New Auburn, MN, Wade Just (Angela Peters Erickson), of Glencoe, MN;
Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law, Catherine (Larry) Trebbensee, Darwin (Catherine) Totman, Vicki (Jack) Albrecht, Danny (Khang) Totman, Bonnie (Alan) Jacobus;
Nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.
Randy was preceded in death by his Brother, Mark Just; Grandparents, Albert (Lydia) Just, and Theodore (Viola) Wendtland; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Darv (LaDonna) Totman.
Randy and Edith Carlson says
He will be missed. I really enjoyed when you both care into the office at tax time. My deepest condolences to Deb and the family
Bob Shimanski says
Deb and kids , I worked with both Randy and Deb , and you guys made work fun. Randy will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace , Randy and thanks for the memories!
DONNA ENGELEN says
My sympathies to all of you. Hugs.
Bev Schulze says
Deb and family, so sorry for your loss. Randy will be missed by so many friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
John and Rosie Shimanski says
Deb and Family- sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Megan Wimmer says
Deb and family, we are so sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. I enjoyed working with all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate through this difficult time.
Garth Albers says
Randy , will be missed by many , prayers for all of you
Class mate of 73
Diane Rosenau Christensen says
Deb and Family’s so Sorry for your loss, Randy was a Sweetheart. Big Hugs.
Jack albrecht says
As you all know we lost another good man on Monday . Randy was always laughing and joking around and always kind hearted don’t get me wrong if you crossed him you would hear about it . He has always been kind to myself and my family and will truly be missed. Randy I hope that what ever comes next for you will be everything that you want fly high my friend I will miss you.
Anita Harrington says
Deb and family, I have so many wonderful memories of Randy. So very sorry for your loss. May He Rest in Peace.
Francis LeBrun says
I am so sorry for your loss. He was Great. Always fun to be around.
Carolyn Orsua says
I am so sorry
I was blessed to run into him in recent years when I was home visiting family. I pray your hearts are comforted until you are reunited again. Wonderful man
Sandra (Tschimperle) Posusta says
Deb & Family, I’m saddened to hear about Randy’s passing. My heart and prayers of comfort go out to all. (Hugs)
Kathy says
Sorry for you and your families loss. My sympathy goes out to you.
Nic Frieler says
Deb and Family
So sorry for Your loss.
Will always remember that smile He had. He may be gone but all those wonderful times with Him will forever be in Your thoughts.
Charlie and Kim Schimmelpfennig says
Deb and family, our deepest sympathy. Randy was one of a kind and will be missed by many. We had so much fun with you two on our trips to Cadott with or without the Butterfly. All the laughs and memories will live on. Randy is not in any more pain and you have a special angel watching over you.
Marj & Nic Frieler & Family says
Deb and the Just family, Thoughts and prayers are with you. Randy was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him.
LaDonna Stuber says
So very sorry for your loss, enjoyed doing waterless car with him, he was such.an awesome person !!!
Jean Oleson says
Oh my gosh!!! Randy always had such a positive attitude even when facing cancer. He will truly be missed! My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Just family…
Chris Milbrandnd says
Deb and family, Sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your’s in our prayers.
Treya says
Randy was an amazing human and I wish I could be there with you all. Sending love and prayers to the entire family.
Eric Nyman says
God bless Randy and all of his family.Thoughts and prayers.
Jackie A Wilson says
So sorry Deb and family for your loss. Randy was such a great guy! May God bless you!
Nicole Polzin says
I moved to New Auburn when I was 7 years old. The Just family was one of the first families I had met. I soon became friends with Kelli and Casey, the twins after meeting them! Being the town was so small there wasn’t much for us kids to do. They had a pool, one of the biggest pools I had seen above ground and that’s were we spent most of our time. But not every day was a “play” day. Randy was always working, whether it was at 3M or a side gig. He would take us with him on his adventures to cut wood. He had no issues putting us to work each time stacking the wood neatly 🙂 But it didn’t ever feel like work….he made it fun! I became a frequent visitor in the Just house. Deb and Randy always were so kind to me. They invited me to go with on their family trip to Breezy Point one year. It was the first trip I had ever taken in my life and it will always be a special memory I will hold on to forever. I hope that they know that they really touched my heart at a young age and that I really looked/look up to them. When I lost my mom, they were the first family to stop over and give their condolences. This family is such a wonderful kind loving family. Randy is and will always be proud of his family! I can’t thank them enough for everything they did for me and for everything they taught me while growing up with their girls. I wish I could take the pain away that you are feeling right now. Please know that he will always be with each of you watching over and guiding you. Remember its not good bye….its…see you later. Sending all my love to the Just family. Fly high Randy…you will be truly missed by many! RIP Randy
James Rohlik says
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I sure enjoyed talking to Randy he was always fun to be around.
Jim and Gladys Schlueter says
Deb and family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Timothy and Carol Lundstrom says
Deb and family,
I am truly saddened to hear of Randy’s passing. I enjoyed working with him. His humor was always fun and a ice breaker if things got tough. My deepest condolences to you Deb and your family. You are in my prayers.
Makayla Servin says
That contagious smile and laughter, no matter how late or early it was working at mining, the tired, straight faced mood was always awoken by Randy’s presence. He could bring out the happiness in anyone! What a beautiful family, genuine and true to the core. Worked with both Randy and Deb also Kelli as well . Thinking of you all and sending love to you and yours. That good looking smile and charm Will forever bring that goodness out of all of us.
Paula Inselmann says
Deb & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, I just can’t believe it. Randy was One of a Kind!! Though I didn’t work with him, We were on the E-Squad together at 3M, We had a lot of training, some of it was tough, But we always had a great time, Randy made sure we kept the laughter going! His last years were tough on him, and on his family, I hope he is at peace. And in time, I hope all of you will be too.
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