Dale Alvin Thovson

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dale Alvin Thovson on March 3, 2025, at the age of 76. Preceded in death by his parents Wilfred (Ed) and Agnes (Grengs) Thovson; brother LeRoy Thovson; sons Jeremy Thovson and Darren Thovson; nephew Terry Sillman. Survived by his oldest son Leroy (Amy) Thovson of Colfax, WI; granddaughter Faith Thovson of Monticello, MN, and grandson Adam (Larissa) Thovson of Monticello, MN; sister Joeann Mikelson of Payson, AZ; brother Wayne (Grace) Thovson of Princeton, MN; many nieces, nephews and friends.

Dale was born July 29, 1948 in Canby, MN to Wilfred (Ed) and Agnes (Grengs) Thovson. He left home to be on his own at age 16. He worked at Swifts in Marshall, MN for many years. Later he worked for Minnesota Valley driving truck for road construction. He was injured on the job, resulting in many back surgeries and was unable to return to work. Later he lived on Eagle Lake near Big Lake, MN. The last years of his life were in Elk River, MN.

Dale's passion for the great outdoors included fishing, hunting and trapping. He also enjoyed playing golf. He especially enjoyed spending time fishing with his sons. Later in life he spent most of his free time working on coin, stamp and sport card collections. Dale enjoyed life and loved telling stories about his life experiences.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Dale on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 1-4 at Orono Lake Park, Shelter #1, 18599 Gary Street, Elk River, MN.

Thanks to everyone for your condolences and prayers. It means a lot to the family.

memorial service

Celebration of Life

June 14, 2025

Orono Park 18599 Gary St, Elk River, MN 55330, USA

Celebration of Life is from 1:00-4:00