Gordon Huss, age 91 of Redwood Falls formerly of Bloomington, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at Seasons Hospice House in Redwood Falls. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at First United Methodist Church in Redwood Falls. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at church on Wednesday. Interment will be 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Dawn Valley Memorial Park in Bloomington. Stephens Funeral Service – Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Gordon Philip Huss was born September 16, 1926 to George and Elizabeth (Swenson) Huss in Wahpeton, North Dakota. He graduated from Wahpeton High School in 1944. After graduation Gordon enlisted in the US Navy and received his honorable discharge in April of 1946. Following his discharge, he attended the Science School of Wahpeton and then continued his education at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, where he studied business. Later he moved to Minneapolis. On September 9, 1950, he married Jeanne Olsson in Minneapolis. They lived most of their lives in Bloomington where Gordon worked as a salesman. He retired in 1988. After his wife passed away, Gordon relocated to Redwood Falls in 2004, where he has resided since. He enjoyed watching sports, Family Feud and the Wheel of Fortune. Gordon kept an immaculate yard and took special care of his home. He enjoyed listening to polka music and reading the newspaper with a cup of coffee. Above all, he loved spending time with his family and was their biggest supporter. Gordon would do anything for his family, friends and neighbors.
Gordon is survived by his children: Janet (Rick) Ellingworth of Redwood Falls, Steve (Jessica) Huss of Crosslake, and Nancy (Todd) Strobel of Eagan; grandchildren: Tom, Eric, & Katie (fiancé Steve Halverson) Ellingworth, Philip Gordon & Cody Huss, and Jon & Joe Strobel; great granddaughter Cove Ellingworth; sisters: Edythe DeLange of Bismarck, ND, and Lillian Likness of Moorhead; and numerous other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Jeanne of 53 years, great grandson Dash Ellingworth and special friend Dolly Mattison.
Nancy and Janet and family,
My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. I met him almost 3 decades ago and I was always very fond of him. He was a kind and gentle soul who adored his family and always made me feel like I was part of that family too. He had a great sense of humor and the last time I saw him he had me laughing so hard. That’s my last memory of him and one that I will never forget. He will be greatly missed. Love you Nanc.
Parvaneh and Mike
Jan you have my deepest sympathies. God less you and your family.
Dear family,
What a sad news…
Jorgen and I are glad and thankful to have met him and his lovely wife Jeanne!
Such an awesome couple!
We wish the whole family and friends a lot of strength and condole you all.
Pia
Jan, Rick, Katie and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your dad/granddad. I remember seeing him at lots of the kids’ events and how proud he was of them. Lots of great memories to cherish. Sincerely, Lois and PeteSmith