Vernon Vigesaa

Vernon Vigesaa

February 17, 1924 - February 15, 2015

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Vernon Vigesaa, 90, Kensal, ND died Sunday February 15, 2015 at Ave Maria Village under the care of hospice.

Vernon Victor Vigesaa was born February 17, 1924 in rural LuVerne, ND, to Thomas and Theodora (Egge) Vigesaa. In 1943 their family moved to a farmstead south of Kensal.

Vernon and Eileen Olson were married June 30, 1950, operating a grain and dairy farm until their retirement in 1986.

He embraced learning, was well read, and especially was interested in understanding the Bible and God's plan for his personal life. He recognized community needs and was helpful in many ways. His special influence is felt by the deep interest and love he demonstrated to his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and his many friends and neighbors.

Vernon is survived by his wife, Eileen, and 6 children, Myron (Nancy) Vigesaa, Kensal, ND; Barbara (Henry) Wegter, Fargo, ND; Claire (Jill) Vigesaa, Sidney, MT; Carolyn Oetken, Sioux Falls, SD; Marsha Erickson, Duluth, MN; Lana (Valent) Bernat, Carthage, NY. He has 19 grandchildren, Myron's (Nathan, Ryan, Aaron, Karsten, Jenna), Barbara's (Brett), Claire's (Danika, Deni, Duran), Carolyn's (Michaela, Heath), Marsha's (Jade, Daniel), Lana's (Morgan, Kira, Weston, Trenton, Nora, Ila). He has 8 great grandchildren: Nathan' (Carter, Brooks, Asher), Ryan's (Ella), Brett's (Brody), Danika's (Eliza), Michaela's (Adelyn, Gavin). Vernon is also survived by 1 sister, Lillian Gauderman and 1 brother, Willard Vigesaa, both of Fargo, ND.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers, Norman (Ione), Walter (Clara), LeRoy, and 4 sisters, Petra Vigesaa, Bertha (Corlie) Hall, Inga (Mencher) Stenslie, and Ila (Clark) Ward.

Funeral Service - 11:00 AM Saturday February 21, 2015 at the Kensal Public School in Kensal

Burial - Kensal Cemetery, Kensal, ND

Visitation - 5:00 - 7:00PM Friday @ the funeral home in Jamestown & 1 hour before the service at the school

The family wishes to express their appreciation for the loving care provided by the Ave Maria Village and Hospices staff, and the many kind expressions extended by friends during Vernon's recent illness.

In lieu flowers, the family requests memorials to Jamestown Hospice.

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Dale & Sue
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Our deepest sympathy...Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Backer's Dale, Sue, Jess & Titus Timm, Justin and Shelby
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Janet Wilson
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Just to send my thoughts and sympathy to the family. I have many special memories ...
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Gwen Aarestad
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My thoughts are very much with you all! I remember many a Friday evening of fun, food and fellowship in your home! I also remember Sunday morning meetings together! Thank you for your part in my personal heritage! We rejoice for Vernon, but we also think of you left behind. With love, Gwen
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Jane Foster
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Vernon was a good man and I have many great memories of time spent with your family. Thinking of you all at this time and rejoicing with you that Vernon has taken his final faithful step.
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Clark & Sheryl Ward
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Eileen, Myron, Barbara, Claire, Carolyn, Marsha, Lana and your families, Our deepest sympathy to all of you in this time of your loss. You have all been in my thoughts a great deal recently as you have been going through this experience. I have many special memories of Uncle Vernon, especially during the times when we would come out to the farm to visit. Uncle Vernon always had a twinkle in his eyes, and a ready sense of humor for us Ward kids. However, what I appreciate most about Vernon is his life of faith and confidence in God, and the Godly influence that will continue. Love, Clark and Sheryl Ward
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Jo Lysne
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My sympathies to the Vigesaa family at this time of loss. Such very fond memories growing up with "the kids". May your memories bring you peace and warmth.

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