"I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. I used to be a classmate in junior high school with Pam and Vicki and still keep in contact. Wish I could be there to comfort and support you during this difficult time."
In loving memory of
Victor K. Huff
May 30, 1935 - March 22, 2007
Victor Kalegaard Huff, 71, of Winona died Thursday March 22, 2007 at Winona Community Memorial Hospital.
He was born May 30, 1935 in Pickwick to Carlton and Clara (Larsen) Huff. He attended Pickwick school and graduated from Winona High School. Victor and Virginia Linander were married September 17, 1955 in Pickwick. For the past 30 years he worked for Yellow Cab as their cab and bus mechanic. Victor enjoyed fishing, the Mississippi River and in his younger days was an avid deer hunter. He also liked to play cards and was a huge Viking fan.
Survivors include his wife , Ginny, five daughters; Vicki (Greg) Scattum of Minnesota City, Pamela (Dean) Rupprecht of Minnesota City, Mary Lou Huff (Greg Geheren) of Mahtomedi, Kelly (Mike) Meyer of Plymouth and Nicole (Joe) Brothers of Fridley, 14 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a sister Lucille Burkhalter of Winona. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Ruby and four brothers Roy, Irvin, George and Carlton and by a brother-in-law Edward Burkhalter.
Funeral Services will be 11AM Tuesday at St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church in Winona with the Pastors Paul Welke and James Nelson officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Valley Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Monday at Hoff Funeral & Cremation Services, Hansen Goodview Chapel. They may also call one hour before services at the church.
Pallbearers will be Greg Scattum, Dean Rupprecht, Greg Geheren, Mike Meyer, Joe Brothers and Eric Nustad.
Please share a memory at Victor's on-line guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com.
Tributes
"I was sad to read about Vick's death. You have my sympathy. I read the Winona paper each day on the Internet."
"I'm sorry to hear about Mr. Huff's passing. Linda Franzwa let me know. I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers during this sad time."
"I would like to add my condolences to those of others. When I would go home with Nikki on college breaks her dad was always so kind to me. I last saw him at Nikki's wedding and remember the look of love and pride on his face. I know he will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with Nikki and her family"
"Vic was always a special uncle in my mind. At any event that brought the family together, I would always look for Vic to say hi and catch up a little. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"Even though my wife and I only lived next door for about 8 years, we really enjoyed having Vic and Ginny as neighbors, especially with the uncertainty of having SO many college kids in the neighborhood. It was comforting to walk onto the porch, look a few feet to my left, (the houses are REALLY close together) and give a wave to Vic. Both my wife and I will miss you GREATLY."
"Dear Ginny,Vicki,Pam, Mary Lou, Kelly and Nicki...Thinking of you and praying that God wil comfort you because He is with you in your time of sorrow and always! Love, Connie (Cieminski) Wagner"
"Vic will be missed. Dad couldnt wait for him I think, they had a hard time being apart. Bless Ginny. "
"Vic, I will miss you. You were a good man. Ginny, Vicki, Pam, Marylou, Kelly and Nicky, I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there to give you all hugs. Please know that I am there in spirit, and I will always keep you in my thoughts and prayers as normal. God bless you and lessen your heavy hearts. Love Barb, Brian, Jon, Jenna and Trevor Steege."
"Vic was my next door neighbor when I grew up on East Fourth Street in Winona. He was like a "spare" dad to my sisters and I who were school day friends with Vicki, Pam, and Mary Lou. We loved you and will miss you. We know you are in a better place but there are sure a lot of folks down here that are sad for your passing. My heart goes out to Ginny and the girls."
"We will miss you Vic, you were a great man. You were calm and gentle, friendly, honest...and a good sport. (you never took it too hard when Carl & I beat you & Ginny at Euchre!!!!) You were a good fisherman and some of the things you taught me I will carry on. It was great fishing with you & sharing the boathouse. Even when you and I couldnt tell Carl anything, WE knew we were right!!! We will really, really miss you-it willnever be the same without you. I picture you & Carl up there honing your Euchre skills for my arrival...well, just to let you know...I am going to hone my skills too! We love you uncle Vic-and will always remember you."
"Dearest Ginny, my heartfelt pain and sorrow go to you......you and Vic were like second parents to me! I know Mary Lou and I must have caused many headaches for you two! I really can't express what a huge impact you two had on my life! Bless you Ginny and the life you were blessed with with Vic! May you have peace in knowing he is in a beautiful place with no pain or fear or sadness! Lets rejoice in his going home and his new life!!! To Mary Lou, you know I love you and will cherish memories of your Dad with you......God's peace be upon you!! Vicki, Pam, Kelly and Nicki......May God give you peace and understanding!! Love you all!!! Big Hugs!! Judy"