Russell L. Aker, 80, of Crookston, MN, passed away at the Villa St. Vincent of Crookston, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

Russell Leon Aker was born March 29, 1943, in Halstad, MN to Carl and Joyce (Miller) Aker. He grew up in the Climax area and graduated from high school there in 1962. After graduation, Russ moved to the twin cities and worked for several service stations there before moving to Fertile, MN in 1994. He relocated to Oak Court in Crookston until his health brought him to the Villa St. Vincent.

Russell is survived by his sister Margaret Sondreal of East Grand Forks, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Carl and Joyce Aker and brothers Knute and Wallace Aker.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, June 5, 2023 at Sundet Cemetery in rural Climax, MN