Dean H. Lindemann

Dean H. Lindemann, age 75, of Columbus, MN passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood, MN of complications from cancer. 

He was born in Wadena, MN to Adela and Oscar Lindemann. After enlisting in the Army he married his loving wife and then earned his GED while serving in the Army during the Vietnam war. After serving his country he pursued a career as a machinist working at Wyard Industries, Com-tal Machine, and then NACS until he retired. 

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding his trike, dancing, karaoke, and building things. He loved spending time with his family. He was always there to lend a helping hand to family and friends. 

He is survived by wife, of 56 years, Karen; children Lisa (John) Hustings and Troy Lindemann; grandchildren Hayley (Jason) Frickle, Emerson, Varien, and Marshall; and great grandchildren: Chase, Lyla, and Cora; siblings Leland Lindemann and Lonnie Lindemann, Wilma Rousu, Carol Knippel, Gail Shiffett, Dora Stamm; and step siblings Doris Barry and Al Stiles Jr. 

Preceded in death by parents Adela and Oscar Lindemann; stepfathers Carl Hillig and Al Stiles Sr. ; Siblings Dona Peterson, Gloria Eckdahl and Francis Lindemann; and step siblings Donna Kleinschmidt and Jerry Stiles. 

Rest in peace. We love you and miss you.