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Birth	:	12 Jan 1930 Cypress River, Central Manitoba Census Division, Manitoba, Canada
Death	:	14 Mar 2002 Culbertson, Roosevelt County, Montana, USA
Burial	:	Hillside Cemetery, Culbertson, Roosevelt County, USA
Coordinate	:	48.1472015, -104.5330963
Description	:	Per bfb, Find A Grave Contributor 48157737: Transcription of Obituary published in the "Billings Gazette" on March 19, 2002: CULBERTSON - Hannes Asgeir Hallgrimson, 72, (January 12, 1930 - March 14, 2002) died of natural causes while on his daily walk in his hometown of 45 years, Culbertson, on March 14, 2002. Hannes was born Jan. 12, 1930, on the family farm near Cypress River, Manitoba, Canada, to Th. I. and Valgerdur (Walter) Hallgrimson. He was the 11th of 12 children, six of whom are still with us. He went to country school, then to "town" for... Read More	Per bfb, Find A Grave Contributor 48157737: Transcription of Obituary published in the "Billings Gazette" on March 19, 2002: CULBERTSON - Hannes Asgeir Hallgrimson, 72, (January 12, 1930 - March 14, 2002) died of natural causes while on his daily walk in his hometown of 45 years, Culbertson, on March 14, 2002. Hannes was born Jan. 12, 1930, on the family farm near Cypress River, Manitoba, Canada, to Th. I. and Valgerdur (Walter) Hallgrimson. He was the 11th of 12 children, six of whom are still with us. He went to country school, then to "town" for high school, graduating at 17 years old. Desiring to further his education, Hannes attended the University of Manitoba, graduating in 1951 at 21 years of age with a bachelor of science degree in agriculture, with emphasis on pre-veterinary medicine. Married Oct. 28, 1951, to Carol Denison, Hannes and Carol celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary just prior to her death in November 1999. He was the definition of devotion to Carol in her struggle with Alzheimer's and missed her terribly after her death. Agriculture played a large part in Hannes' life. In 1951, he moved to Center, N.D., to teach agriculture methods to returning WWII vets. It was in this job that he met Carol. In 1955, Hannes and family moved to Culbertson, where he served as associate agricultural county agent to Roosevelt County. In the late '50s, Hannes was instrumental in bringing in PVO, the first safflower plant, to Culbertson. He was a founder of CB&F Feed Plant and was proud of his contributions as a managing staff member, as well. Both plants, now under new ownership and management, continue to employ Culbertson townspeople today. Corral Motors, a Chevrolet dealership and garage, was started by Hannes and his brother Joe Hallgrimson in the 1960s. In the 1970s, Hannes purchased the Standard gas station from brother Joe. In the 1980s, Hannes and Carol purchased the old International Harvester shop, where they ran an automotive repair shop, laundromat and later, a secondhand clothing store under the Hannes' Car Care, Etc. name. In Hannes' later years, he kept busy with rental properties and business dealings. He was a true entrepreneur. Hannes' list of spare-time activities, many and varied, nearly always included Carol. He was a member of Lion's Club for many years. Frontier Days and the Trail Ride were favorites, and Hannes' participation usually included a parade entry, wagon, horse riders and music from his beloved concertina. A talented bass, Hannes could be counted on to provide the lower harmony of any hymn. Hannes was delighted to win an award for the "Most Romantic Beard" in Culbertson's Diamond Jubilee. He and Carol dressed the part and looked like they walked out of an old tintype picture. Sapphire hunting was an interest for quite some time, with Carol and Hannes showing the grade school kids how to "pick" sapphires out of concentrate. Hannes also became quite proficient at faceting sapphires and other stones. Antique hunting was also an interest. He and Carol were always happy to guide tours around their historic home. The antique-filled interior and flower-filled gardens were enjoyed by everyone who viewed them. A proud Icelander, Hannes and Carol celebrated his heritage with a trip to Iceland to learn more about the Hallgrimson family. Their Icelandic memorabilia is an integral part of the family home. Hannes' first language was Icelandic and he never tired of trying to teach his grandchildren the words he could still recall. Hannes Hallgrimson shall always be known as an example of faith and devotion to those who knew him and especially to those who loved him. His gruff Icelandic exterior covered up a softhearted guy always willing to give a second, third or even fourth chance to anyone he thought might need it. Always ready with a joke, Hannes and his concertina were the center attraction at every type of gathering imaginable from nursing home entertainment to birthday parties to family gatherings. He will be missed so very much by us all. Like Carol, Hannes was ready to dance at a moment's notice. We know Mom and Dad are waltzing in Heaven's stars and watching over us. Following the funeral services held March 19, cremation will take place. A private burial service will take place at a later date for both Carol and Hannes.

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Hannes Asgeir Hallgrimson's memorial is located at: Hillside Cemetery, Culbertson, Roosevelt County, USA.
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Hannes Asgeir Hallgrimson death on 14 Mar 2002 in Culbertson, Roosevelt County, Montana, USA
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Latitude: 48.1472015
Longitude: -104.5330963

Family Members:

Parent

Thorsteinn Ingvi “Steini” Hallgrimson

(1884 - 1967)

Valgerdur Thorbjorg “Vala” Walter Hallgrimson

(1891 - 1956)

Spouse

Carol Katharine Denison Hallgrimson

(1928 - 1999)

Siblings

Joseph Walter “Joe” Hallgrimson

(1915 - 2003)

Bjorn “Barney” Hallgrimson

(1916 - 1984)

Lindal Thorsteinn Hallgrimson

(1917 - 2009)

Edwin Brandur Hallgrimson

(1932 - 1953)

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17. Big Lake Cemetery
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