Harry Jondal, 82
Published 10:04 am Friday, February 4, 2011
Harry Jondal, 82, of Austin, passed away peacefully on Friday, Jan. 28, at the Owatonna Care Center.
Harry Jondal
Harry was the eighth child of William and Bertha Jondal, born in Hayfield. Following his graduation from Hayfield High School, he enlisted in the Navy. He was stationed in Guam and other locations in the Pacific. Harry was honorably discharged after four years of service. Harry married Yvonne Scharberg in 1953 and they raised four boys, lived in Lansing for 41 years and enjoyed the country life.
Harry spent his entire working career with the Austin Utilities. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking and golf. He was always quick with a joke and sparkle in his eye. He especially enjoyed the time spent with his granddaughters.
Before moving to the Owatonna Care Center, Harry resided at Our House Memory Care in Austin for three months. His family will always be thankful for the compassionate care he was given at both facilities.
Harry is survived by his wife of 57 years, Yvonne; four sons, David of Lansing, John and Mary (Nelson) of Sterling, Ark, Steven and Ann (Crowley) of Somerset, Wis., Charles and Jane (Helberg), Jordan, Minn., six beautiful granddaughters, Dayna, Danielle, Lea, Katie, Grace and Olivia. He is also survived by a sister, Yvonne Ebert of San Diego; brother, Frank Jondal of Oakdale; brother-in-law, Clayton Erickson; Yvonne’s sisters, Mary Finbraaten, Pauline (Bill) Baumann and 24 nieces and nephews.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents, William and Bertha Jondal; two brothers, Joseph and Robert; five sisters, Dorothy, Ruby, Irene, Helen and Lillian.
Harry was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church of Austin, as well as the VFW and American Legion.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 7 at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary chapel. Friends are encouraged to call one hour prior to the service. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers to Mayo Clinic for Alzheimer’s Research or to St. Olaf Lutheran Church.
Harry will be greatly missed, but his spirit will linger forever in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Blessed be his memory.