Friday night get togethers in the garage, where everyone was always welcome and they'd gather for happy hour by the wood stove. Herbert was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church. Herbert is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sylvia; daughters, Sherri (David) Fritz and Lisa (Kevin) Acker all of Rochester; grandchildren, Amanda Acker, Nicole Fritz, Jacob Acker, Ryan (Samantha) Fritz and Jenna Acker; great-granddaughters, Jayden, Jordan and Jemma; brother, Joseph Holets of Rochester; and many nieces and nephews. Herbert was preceded in death by his brothers, Raymond and Howard Holets; and sister, Erlene Rions. Arrangements are with Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester MN 55901. www.ranfranzandvinefh.com