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Richard 'Dick' Ingvalson

ASHLAND, Wis. - Richard "Dick" Ingvalson passed away peacefully after a short illness on Jan. 8, 2017 in Ashland. Dick found his peace in Montreal, where he enjoyed being with his family, friends, the companionship of his dogs and the outdoors.

He was born in St. Paul, Minn., on July 20, 1947.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice and Dorothy Ingvalson of St. Paul; and his nephew.

Survived by three daughters, Laura Mills (Stephen) Victoria, Texas, Lisa Theut (Scott) Fulshear, Texas and Kayla Kolberg Ashland; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sister, Lynn (Rick) White, St. Paul; two nephews and many cousins.

Dick always found a way to put his interests to work. He purchased a butcher shop followed by a bowling alley. He had a gift as a salesperson. He moved to Branson, Mo., where he worked as a realtor for many years. In his spare time, Dick enjoyed working on the family farm in Waltham, Minn.

A gathering of friends and family will be held at the Ketola-Burla Funeral Home in Ironwood, Mich., on Wednesday, Jan. 11, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 13, at Nativity of the Lord Catholic Church, 1900 Wellesley Ave., St. Paul, MN.

Range Funeral Service and Crematory, Ketola-Burla Funeral Home of Ironwood is assisting the family with arrangements. To send online condolences, visit us at rangefuneralservices.com.