Passed Away on April 3, 2017. Age 90 of Inver Grove Heights

Born 9-9-27 in Browerville, MN. Preceded in death by beloved wife of 65 years, Patricia. After serving in WWII & Korea, he went to Dunwoody getting a Master’s Degree. Went into business with Carlson Store Fixture. After a huge success, he started up the 1st Target store in Roseville, and many more to follow. Sold business in 1970 & moved to California for 31 years. After Pat’s passing in 2014, he moved back to MN with his nephew, Mike & Pat Spargur who became his caregivers. He is survived by his sister, Mary Ann; brother, Donald (Sharon); sister-in-law, Nancy; many nieces, nephews and special friends. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to Our Lady of Peace Hospice. Memorial Service at Roberts Funeral Home in IGH, MN at 10 am Monday, April 10.  Military Burial at Fort Snelling to follow. Lunch provided at Axel’s in Mendota Heights.