Service Information
Roland Bruckschen, age 90, of Lester Prairie , Minnesota, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021, at GlenFields Living with Care in Glencoe, Minnesota.
Private Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, with interment following at First Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery in Glencoe, Minnesota.
Public Visitation will be held Friday, April 16, 2021, from 9-00-11:00 A.M. at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lester Prairie, Minnesota.
Online Guest Book is available at www.mcbridechapel.com
Obituary
Roland Ferdinand Bruckschen was born on March 12, 1931, in Glencoe, Minnesota. He was the son of William Henry and Erna Christina (Look) Bruckschen. Roland was baptized as an infant on March 22, 1931, by Rev. E. Kolbe, and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth on May 7, 1944, by Rev. Alfred Streufert both at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe, Minnesota. His confirmation verse was 2nd Corinthians 4:15. Roland received his education in Glencoe and was a graduate of the Glencoe High School Class of 1949. He continued to work on the Bruckschen farm until he was drafted. Roland entered active military service in the United States Army on May 23, 1953, and served his country during the Korean Conflict. He received an Honorable Discharge as Corporal on April 30, 1961, at Fort Lewis, Washington.
He was united in marriage to Dorothy Zuehl and a son, Brad, was born to them. He continued working on the farm until 1965, when he began his employment at the Lester Prairie School District #424 as maintenance personnel for 28 years. He also drove school bus for Lester Prairie School for 26 years. On September 26, 2003, Roland was united in marriage to Carol Ernst Heigl by Rev. Grant Bode at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lester Prairie, Minnesota. Roland and Carol made their home in Lester Prairie, Minnesota. His life was blessed with one son Brad, and three step children, Kim, LuAnn and Mike. Roland and Carol shared over 17 years of marriage.
Roland was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lester Prairie. As his ministry to the church, he served as an usher. Roland was also a member of the Lester Prairie American Legion Post #463, served on the Lester Prairie City Council for 12 years, the Lester Prairie Fire Department for 20 years and the McLeod County Emergency Services. He was also the Lester Prairie School Patrol Supervisor. Roland loved Lester Prairie and took pride in his community.
Roland enjoyed dancing, playing cards, camping and also winters in Texas. He cherished the time he spent with his family and friends.
Blessed be his memory.
Roland is survived by his:
Wife, Carol Bruckschen of Lester Prairie, MN;
Son, Brad Bruckschen and his wife, Kristi, of Minnetonka, MN;
Step Children, Kim Walter and her husband, Bob, of FL,
LuAnn McSwiggen and her husband, Rob, of CA,
Mike Heigl and his wife, Karla, of Remer, MN;
Grandchildren, Ella Bruckschen,
Oscar Bruckschen;
Step Grandchildren, Jennessa Schwartz,
Jonathan Schwartz and his wife, Amber,
Kelli Schwartz,
Anna McSwiggen,
Alex Heigl,
Adam Heigl;
Step Great Grandchild, Madison Wells;
Other relatives and many friends.
Roland was preceded in death by his Parents, William and Erna Bruckschen.
Bonnie Hahn says
Carol and family, my deepest sympathies on your loss. May God embrace you all in His Love.
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In God’s Peace,
Bonnie (Larson) Hahn
korimachemehl says
HI CAROL I LIKED VISITED WITH ROLAND AT THE NURSEING HOME I LIKED HIS LAUGH WITH HIM YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS KORI
Clyde and Gwen Adickes says
Carol and family.
Sympathy to all. Rollie was a great
guy. Many memories of him while
I worked in the kitchen at the school.
Fun times. He had many stories.
Hugs,
Clyde and Gwen Adickes
Gene Lukes says
Carol and family,many good memories of Rollie from LPHS, always had something to talk about and wasn’t afraid to remind you if you were cutting up. Truly a great guy. God’s peace be with you.
Margie and Jerome Herrmann says
Our deepest sympathy to Rollie’s family…
Sue Senne says
Carol and family, my sympathies for your loss. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Dawn Wolter says
Carol and family, my sincere sympathy to you. Rollie made my first year of teaching a lot of fun. He would pop into my classroom most mornings and ask if I needed anything. He was one of a kind!
Kelli Parpart says
My heartfelt prayers and love to you, Brad and his family, and your family, Carol. May God’s comfort and your many wonderful memories help sustain you during this difficult time.
Kelli Parpart says
With heartfelt prayers and love to you, Brad and his family, and your family, Carol. May God’s comfort and your many wonderful memories sustain you during this difficult time.
Neil Hedquist says
When I was a new staff member at LPHS, Rollie made me feel welcome. He took great pride in his work! His farm background was helpful to me the new shop teacher. He was always willing to help, Annette and I send our condolences to all.
Ron Rolf says
Carol, I was sad to hear of Rollie’s passing. I have some good memories of working summers at the school with him. Always cheerful with a smile on his face and pep in his step. He will be missed! May God bless and comfort you at this time. Blessed be his memory.
Pete & Arlene Pinske says
You have our sympathy, Carol and family. Another classmate gone, he will be missed if we ever can get together again. We always enjoyed visiting with him.
Christine BETTENDORF says
Carol, you and the family have my deepest sympathy. He was so proud of Brad. Rollie, like you, was a stable, hard-working presence at Lester Prairie School, His energy seemed to have no limits! Those thirteen years of teaching at LPS are my fondest. You and your family are are in our thoughts and prayers.
Christine BETTENDORF says
Dear Carol and family,
We were sad to learn that Rollie had passed away. You have our deepest sympathy. You both hold a very special place in my memories, full of boundless energy and so dedicated to your jobs. Rollie was so proud of Brad and his job. My thirteen years teaching at Lester Prairie and the wonderful people–students, families, and staff, will always be dear to my heart. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Chris and Tom Bettendorf
Tammy Ronning Sifferath says
Carol and family, I am so very sorry for your loss! I have such wonderful memories of Rollie back at LPHS! He was the best!!! My thoughts and prayers that our heavenly Father will help to ease you sorrow and bring back the smiles that Rollie always brought to all of us.
Sue Mielke says
Dear Carol, Brad, and Family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rollie took such good care of me when I was the band director at Lester Prairie. He always went above and beyond to help set up for concerts and he could tighten a wobbly music stand like no other! His positive attitude and work ethic will always be remembered.
God bless,
Sue Mielke