Vernon L. Tronnes, age 95 of Nielsville, MN passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, March 13, 2020 at the Halstad Living Center, Halstad, MN

Vernon LeRoy Tronnes was born on April 9, 1924 in Leonard, MN the 1 ^st born son of Edwin and Edna (Blixt) Tronnes. He married Irene Reel on September 19, 1946 in East Grand Forks, MN. Vernon and Irene farmed their entire life on the family farm near Nielsville, MN. He also did custom Hay Bailing with his wife Irene. Vernon was a kind, soft-spoken gentleman who lived his life to the fullest. He was a great mentor to everyone who knew him.

Loving family members who survive Vernon include his children, Vicki (Mike) Mjelde of Winona, MN, Valerie Tronnes of Grand Forks, ND, Galen (Debbie) of Nashville, TN; 12 grandchildren; Rob, Bob, Jim, Angie, Denise, Dana, Crystal, Amber, Tyler, Miranda, Michon and Chanda and he was also blessed with many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Muriel Sheridan of Shelly, MN and his beloved furry companion "Suzi" along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Irene on May 22, 2005; daughter, Ardys Wambold; sister, Elaine Bergee and an infant brother.

Funeral Service: 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 21, 2020 in St. Petri Lutheran Church, Nielsville, MN. It is with great regret the family asks that private family services be held due to the current known guidelines imposed by Health Officials.

Visitation: 1 Hour Prior Funeral Service on Saturday in St. Petri Lutheran Church

Interment: St. Petri Lutheran Cemetery ~ Nielsville, MN in the spring which will be open to the public.