"Ron- I was sorry to see that your Dad passed away. I didn't know him well, but my daughters actually have one of his rocking chairs; Dawn, Lori, Tjode and Audrey got it for them. We have kept it safe and sound, and still treasure it. My sympathy to you and your family."
In loving memory of
Victor Lillegaard
January 28, 1920 - March 8, 2009
Victor Roy Lillegaard was born on January 28, 1920, in Windom, Minnesota to the late Jacob A. and Adina Christina (Loken) Lillegaard. He was baptized and confirmed into the Christian faith at the Evangelical Free Church in Windom. Vic received his early education in District 22 and graduated from the Windom High School in the Class of 1938. In 1937, Vic joined the National Guard and went into active duty during WW II. He was honorably discharged in 1945 having received the Bronze Star.
On October 1, 1954, Vic was united in marriage to LaVera "Lovie" E. Ramsey. This marriage was blessed with one son, Ron. After marriage, Vic and Lovie lived in Windom where they lived together all of their married years. Vic was a sheet metal worker all of his working years having worked for several plumbing and heating contractors in the area. In 1985, he retired after having worked for forty dedicated years.
On April 25, 2005, Lovie passed away. After her death, Vic continued to live in Windom until recently becoming a resident of the Good Samaritan Society-Sogge Memorial in Windom. It was there that he passed away on Sunday evening, March 8, 2009 at the wonderful age of 89 years.
Vic was a member of the American Lutheran Church in Windom and the American Legion Post 206 in Windom.
Vic is survived by his one son, Ron Lillegaard of Windom; two grandchildren, Joseph Lillegaard and Travis Haley; one sister, Grace Peterson of Windom; two brothers, Kermit Lillegaard and his wife, Gladys of Windom; Sigurd Lillegaard and his wife, Mary of Lakefield; and several nieces and nephews.
Vic is preceded in death by his parents; wife, LaVera "Lovie" Lillegaard; four brothers, Anon, Howard, Lawrence, and Kenny Lillegaard; one sister, Alma Shipman.
Tributes
"Ron you have my deepest sympathy and best wishes "
"Ronnie and the rest of Vic's family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss, but at the same time am very happy that Vic is at peace. I met him at The Bergen Bar and Grill where he dined very frequently. I'll never forget his order... A plain hamburger and coffee. When you asked him how his hamburger was, his reply never varied. It was always "terrible", as usual. He was a very gentle soul and I feel privileged to have been able to wait on him over the years at the bar. We will all miss him terribly. My deepest sympathy to you all... "
"Mary and Sig, Sorry to here your brother passed away. He is resting in peace. You will be in our prayers. Stan and Clara"
" As a brother I could write a book on all the good times we had together growing up, going into the Service together, fishing trips to Lake Michegan, Missouri river in Dakota and deer hunting in northern Minnesota, his love of cribbage playing. He was also my best friend, In all the times we spent together I especially remember he never had a harsh word with me. He was a true friend."
"May you rest in peace"
"Vic will be missed. I waited on him for many years out at Bergen, most of the time just a "terrible" hamburger. We will miss him!"
"Vic was a very special man and patient here at the clinic. We will miss him! Our hearts and thoughts are with all of you."
"Vic was a wonderful person and will be deeply missed, especially by us Bergen Girls. My family and I will keep you all in our prayers."
"Rest in Peace Uncle Vic, God Bless! "
"Ronnie and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss seeing Vic at the nursing home in the evenings. I am happy the suffering is over and he is now with Aunt Lovie. Blessed be the memories of Vic."
"Ron & family - My prayers are with you. I will always remember your dad fondly. He was a wonderful uncle. Whenever I was in town, I would go up to the nursing home to see dad and your mom. Always had a nice visit with Uncle Vic too. I always missed out on his ice cream though. I know how much you are going to miss him, but he is with Aunt Lovie now and I know very happy. "
"Will miss you Uncle Vic!!"
"Ronnie and family My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. I also have many good memories of your dad. He will be deeply missed. "
"Ronnie & family... I have so many good memories of your dad..homemade ice cream and other goodies he made,Christmas at your folks house,a Twins game,the little rocking chairs he made,also the games he would bring to the family reunions at the farm and the hugs I would get when I would see him. You are in my thoughts and prayers...he will be missed. "
"God Bless you uncle Vic."