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Richard “Dick” Amos Hendrickson of Virginia, MN, and formerly long-time resident of Rochester, MN. passed away February 1, 2011 at St. Mary’s Essential Health in Duluth, MN at the age of 73 due to complications of a fall.

Dick was born October 2, 1938 to Amos and Alvira (Paulson) Hendrickson in New Richland. He was baptized and confirmed at the Hartland Lutheran church, now known as Cross of Glory. He attended school in New Richland, MN.

Dick’s real estate career in the Rochester, MN area covered almost 35 years, working for various firms.

ln his younger years, he enjoyed playing softball, and snow skied until recently. He loved to travel, especially to ski in Europe, and taking many trips with Joan.

He is survived by his special friend Joan Horton of Virginia, MN and by his children Lisa, Richard ll (Rich) Hendrickson, and grandson Joshua Christianson.

He is also survived by a sister Ruth Ann (Ross) Severtson of Hayward, MN, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Patricia Janzen and Linda Lewis; grandparents Oscar and Anna Hendrickson, Peter and Pauline Paulson; and great niece Cara Jape.

A final “Open House” for Dick will be held in Rochester, MN on February 17, 2011.

Dick will truly be missed by Joan, family and friends.

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