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Loren Virgil Stortz

Birth	:	27 Nov 1957 Decorah, Winneshiek County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	20 Apr 2021 Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota, USA
Burial	:	Hauge Lutheran Cemetery, Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.3922000, -91.7740000
Description	:	Loren Virgil Stortz, 63, loved the simple things in life and never took anything too seriously. Born to Virgil and Margaret (Halvorson) Stortz on November 27, 1957, he was raised on the family farm near Decorah, Iowa. When he "got shoes", he went to school in Decorah and eventually to Luther College where he would focus his studies in history and religion. Loren later moved to Rochester, Minnesota and was united in marriage to Carol Eiden on November 12, 1988. They made their home outside of Elgin, MN, where he died unexpectedly on... Read More	Loren Virgil Stortz, 63, loved the simple things in life and never took anything too seriously. Born to Virgil and Margaret (Halvorson) Stortz on November 27, 1957, he was raised on the family farm near Decorah, Iowa. When he "got shoes", he went to school in Decorah and eventually to Luther College where he would focus his studies in history and religion. Loren later moved to Rochester, Minnesota and was united in marriage to Carol Eiden on November 12, 1988. They made their home outside of Elgin, MN, where he died unexpectedly on April 20, 2021 with his trusty companion Dilly by his side. Loren had a great sense of humor, strong work ethic, and a deep appreciation of history. He always had the right quip to lighten any situation. Loren was a connoisseur of cinema and was well-versed on which actors starred in obscure movies. Loren loved living in the country and enjoyed being outdoors; he definitely did not burn his own garbage. Loren mowed a fine lawn, could fix anything, and was almost too skilled at building a successful fire. He was a creative cook, ketchup's #1 fan, and famous for making the best Krumkake outside of Norway. Loren was a jack of all trades AND a master of all. He was committed to helping others, which included many years of blood/platelet donation for the Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Program. He was proud to make it into the "100 Donations" book, eventually donating 241 units of blood product to this day. Above all, Loren's family, children, and grandchildren were his greatest source of pride in life. Loren is survived by his wife Carol Stortz; children Megan Gluth-Bohan (Peg), Carl Stortz (Heather), Ethan Stortz, Hannah Stortz, and Evan Stortz (Leah); grandchildren Sara, Jolie, Ellinor, and August; twin brother Lowell Stortz (Debra); sisters Diane Stortz and Beverly Nichols (Paul); and his beloved Dilly, "the best dog in the whole world." He was preceded in death by his parents and infant sister Sharon Stortz. A family-centered service will be held for Loren on May 7 at Pax Christi Church in Rochester, MN. He will be interned at Hauge Lutheran Cemetery in Decorah, Iowa. In lieu of donations, please consider becoming a regular donor of blood or blood products. Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Stortz family;

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Where is Loren Virgil Stortz's memorial?
Loren Virgil Stortz's memorial is located at: Hauge Lutheran Cemetery, Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA.
When did Loren Virgil Stortz death?
Loren Virgil Stortz death on 20 Apr 2021 in Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Loren Virgil Stortz's memorial?
Latitude: 43.3922000
Longitude: -91.7740000

Family Members:

Parent

Virgil Rayfield Stortz

(1924 - 2005)

Margaret E. Halvorson Stortz

(1921 - 2014)

Siblings

Sharon Kay Stortz

(1949 - 1949)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Hauge Lutheran Cemetery
Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3922000, -91.7740000

2. Springwater Cemetery
Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3792000, -91.7431030

3. Russell Cemetery
Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3608017, -91.7885971

4. Locust Lane Salem Cemetery
Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4077988, -91.7331009

5. Locust Cemetery
Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4211006, -91.7303009

6. Canoe German Methodist Church Cemetery
Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3529000, -91.7358000

7. Wilson-Smalley Cemetery
Hesper Township, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4432000, -91.7996000

8. Hesper Pioneer Cemetery
Hesper, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4610100, -91.7531000

9. Big Canoe Lutheran Cemetery
Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4221992, -91.6686020

10. Big Canoe Norwegian Methodist Cemetery
Highlandville, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4220000, -91.6600000

11. Hesper Lutheran Cemetery
Hesper, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4829250, -91.7673250

12. Burr Oak Cemetery
Burr Oak, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4543991, -91.8656006

13. Saint Bridgets Cemetery
Bluffton, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3844660, -91.8994330

14. Hesper Public Cemetery
Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4840000, -91.7710000

15. Canoe Ridge Cemetery
Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3537000, -91.6577000

16. Stoen Farm Cemetery
Highland Township, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4333042, -91.6584802

17. Lutheran Cemetery
Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2987130, -91.7774110

18. Freeport Cemetery
Freeport, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3006000, -91.7430000

19. Bluffton Cemetery
Bluffton, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4063988, -91.9111023

20. Phelps Cemetery
Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2908150, -91.7830920

21. Saint Benedict Cemetery
Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2835999, -91.7818985

22. Egge Cemetery
Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4682999, -91.6600037

23. Madison Lutheran Church East Cemetery
Decorah, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3133000, -91.8986000

24. Glenwood Cemetery
Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2947998, -91.6760406