Joel Dee Johnsrud, 59 of Mason City, IA passed peacefully on November 5, 2013.
Joel was born August 12, 1954 in Albert Lea, the son of Donald B. and Eva Johnsrud. Joel was baptized and confirmed at Salem Lutheran Church. He was a graduate of Albert Lea High School and Rochester Technical Institute.
Joel married Pamela Elmer of Albert Lea on August 18, 1978. Joel worked for IBM and Kennedy Business Systems prior to moving to Mason City. Upon moving, Joel started his own business, Cartridge Recyclers in 1996.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and taking vacations that have created memories that will last a lifetime. Joel will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Joel is survived by his (ex) wife Pam; daughters Amber (Shayne, Parker & Piper), Ashley; Mother Eva; brothers Jeffory (Penny), Jay (Ann & Adam), Jed (Donna & Sydney) and sister Jill (Al, Cody, Caleb & Alex).
Joel was preceded in death by his father Donald B.; grandparents Elder & Sadie Johnsrud; Alfred & Luella Wacholz, and in-laws Lowell & Corrine Elmer.