Harold J. Monsen

Harold Johannes Monsen was born September 11, 1921, to Harold and Marie Tollerud Monsen in Lyle, MN. He grew up and went to school in the Lyle and Rose Creek area. Harold was confirmed at the Five Mile Grove Lutheran Church. On August 25, 1943, he was united in marriage to Norrine E. Rockwell in Austin. Harold served in the United States Army during World War II. The couple farmed in the LeRoy area before settling in Albert Lea in the late 1960s. Harold worked for Wilson & Co. and continued to farm. After his retirement from Wilson's, he worked as a custodian with Greenview. Harold was a member of the American Legion and Trinity Lutheran Church. He enjoyed motorcycles, yard work, and socializing with friends. Harold was well known for his keen sense of humor. Survivors include his son, Severt Monsen and fiancee, Diane Alymer of Columbia Heights; daughters, Julaine and husband, Jim Johnson of Hartland and Amber and husband, Mark Cameron of Albert Lea; grandchildren: Ryder, Bridget, Troy, Brook, Kerstin, and Autumn; great-grandchildren: Nora, Nathan, and Naomi; and nieces and nephews. Harold was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Norrine; and brothers, Joseph and Glen Monsen.