Rosewood – Daniel “Danny” Thorstad, 59, of Rosewood, passed away peacefully at his home Saturday, April 16, 2022.
Daniel Scott Thorstad was born April 18, 1962 in Thief River Falls, the son of John and Millie (Eggerud) Thorstad. He was baptized and confirmed at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls. Danny attended school in Thief River Falls, graduating with the class of 1980. He then attended Northland Community and Technical College in Thief River Falls.
On October 12, 1985 Danny was united in marriage to Mary Johnson at Trinity Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls. They made their home in Thief River Falls and to this union a son, Ben was born.
In his early career, Danny worked at Hartz Foods, Townsend Pricing, served as a volunteer Firefighter and was a member of the Sons of the American Legion. Most recently, he worked for Marshall County Soil and Water Conservation.
Danny had a great sense of humor and had a quick wit. He was outgoing, and like his mother Millie, was artistic with a creative vision. He enjoyed grilling, music, and entertaining family and friends with a cold beer in the fridge. He was a passionate Minnesota sports fan, especially the Vikings. He loved spending time outdoors at home and at the cabin on the Moose River Road. Danny was never one who enjoyed traveling, often spending his vacation days at home on the farm in Rosewood, saying “I have everything I need right here”. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, landscaping, and four-wheeling.
Danny was a wonderful Papa, Dad, Husband, Brother, Uncle, and Friend and will be truly missed by anyone lucky enough to be part of his life.
Survivors include his loving wife, Mary; son, Ben (Tayler); grandchildren, Brielle and Madison; father, John Thorstad; sister, Diane (Duane) Gonsorowski; brother, Mark (Kat) Thorstad; all of Thief River Falls; brothers and sisters-in-law, Doug (Teri) Johnson, Don (Peg) Johnson, Susan Johnson, Jim (Chris) Johnson, Mark (Linda) Johnson; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Millie Thorstad; father- and mother-in-law, Ormond and Iola Johnson.
The service to celebrate Danny’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls, with Rev. Eric Miller officiating.
Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. with a 6:30 p.m. prayer service on Friday, April 22, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls and one hour prior to the service on Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church.
Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River Falls.
Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.
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