Darrel K. Lundberg, 82, died peacefully in his home in New Richland, MN, on March 12, 2012.

Darrel was born on October 14, 1929 to Clarence and Lillian (Larson) Lundberg in rural Pepin, WI.

He attended country school and graduated from Pepin High School in May 1948.

From 1951 -1953 Darrel served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Alaska. On June 10, 1955 he was united in marriage to Betty Lundberg of rural Pepin, WI.

Darrel and Betty farmed until 1971 when they and their family moved to New Richland, MN.

Darrel worked for the Eastvold Family Farm in rural Hartland, MN, and then worked as a mechanic for Budach Implement for 19 years.

Darrel was a member of the Vista Covenant Church where he actively served as deacon and Sunday School Teacher. He was also a much appreciated lay pastor during various occasions.

Darrel is survived by his daughter Donna (Keith) Hullopeter of Pepin, WI, daughter Julie Ryden of Waseca, MN, son Kenneth Lundberg of New Richland, MN, and son David (Karen) Lundberg of Ellendale, MN. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, Brother Curtis (Marjorie) Lundberg of Pepin, WI, and sister Verneal (Bob) Hood of Farmersburg, IN.

Darrel was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Lillian Lundberg, wife Betty Lundberg, sister and brother in law JoAnn and Harold Dion. Also numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents.

Memorial services will be held on Monday, March 19, 2012 at the Lund Mission Covenant Church in Stockton, WI. Reverend Steven Thompson and Reverend Greg Satterberg will officiate. Friends may great the family one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in the Lund Mission Covenant Church Cemetery.

Darrel will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends.