Aaron James Modahl

life story

My only true love forever and always

Aaron loved music (especially his favorite, Bob Dylan) the outdoors, hiking, disc golf, traveling and hanging out with his dogs and wife. He was slowly working on restoring his '64 Galaxy 500 and he and Janette were about to start working on refurbishing their home which he grew up in.

About Aaron

Aaron was born in 1973, the youngest of 4 children. He grew up in Columbia Heights, MN which is where he first met his wife, Janette who was the love of his life. He worked as a machinist for Chips Tool Repair in Ramsey, Minnesota. Janette and Aaron began dating on January 21, 2010 and were married on June 21, 2024. They loved to travel and visited Paris, Key West, Dry Tortugas National Park, Isla Mujeres, Mackinac Island, Santa Fe, Devils Tower, Grand Marais, Wnnepeg, St. Louis, Ashley, ND and many more. He was a great lover of his dogs. Spike, Truman and Carter.

Everyone who knew Aaron loved him. He was very easy to talk to and made friends easily, His nieces and nephews always looked up to him and loved spending time together. Aaron was very devoted to both his and Janette's families and they looked forward to seeing him at all times. Aaron was always happy with a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone.

Proceeded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Luella Modahl. He is survived by his wife Janette and dog Carter; siblings Lana (Brad) Parrott, Michael, Ursula (Todd) Danielson, Mother and Father-in-law Sue and Larry Betzold, Sister-in-law Randi (Tim) Mayer and Brother-in-law Jeremy Luedtke and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Also , his long time friend and disc partner Vilnis Stolcers.

memorial service

Celebration of Live

March 23, 2025

Rail Werks Brewing Depot 4055 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421, USA

Please come and share stories about Aaron. We have reserved the facility from 1-4 pm but you are welcome to stay as long as you like. Appetizers, soda and water will be provided.

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services