Robert Louie Mortenson, age 55, of New Richland, MN died Friday, July 22, 2016 at his home. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. at Bruss-Heitner Funeral Home in Wells, MN, with Pr. Brynn Harms officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be private, at a later date. Bruss-Heitner Funeral Home in Wells is assisting the family. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.brussheitner.com.
Robert was born November 5, 1960, in Wells, MN, the son of Louie and Marcelene (Martin) Mortenson. He attended Freeborn High School. Robert was a lifelong farmer, and in his younger years he owned and operated R&D Drainage, along with his brother Donny. Twenty-four years ago, he and his best friend Lisa had a daughter, Ashley. He enjoyed heading to the North Shore on family vacations. Robert loved cars, motorcycles, and anything with speed. He liked to putter and fix things on the farm, and spend time outdoors. He enjoyed spending time with Ashley, riding the 4-wheelers around the 7 Day Woods. He loved spending time with his grandkids. Robert had a very distinct laugh, which people loved to hear. Robert will be greatly missed by all those who love him.
Robert is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his daughter, Ashley Mortenson of New Richland, MN; grandchildren: Emma and Chase of New Richland, MN; best friend, Lisa Adams of Albert Lea, MN; siblings: Anna Kathy (Butch) Kern of Madison Lake, MN, Louanna Mortenson-Pederson of Albert Lea, MN, Candy (Bob) Mortenson-Klimpel, Marcy (John) Mortenson-Thisius of Wells, MN, Louie, Jr. (Penny) Mortenson of New Richland, MN, and Donny Mortenson of New Richland, MN; and many nieces and nephews and their families.