Dean Knutson, 66, Blooming Prairie

Dean Darrel Knutson, age 66, of Blooming Prairie, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023, at his home in Blooming Prairie.

Dean was born on Feb. 28, 1957, in Owatonna, to Charles and Shirley (Lea) Knutson. He graduated from Blooming Prairie High School with the class of 1975. Farming was the core of Dean’s life. He milked cows, raised pigs, grew a variety of crops, and took pride in his garden. Dean enjoyed watching movies and basketball on television. He will be remembered for the quality time he spent visiting with family and friends.

Dean is survived by his sister, Kristal (Doug) Paulson of Albert Lea; niece, Brooke (fiancé, Ben Kelly) Paulson of Rochester; aunts, Doris Lea of Blooming Prairie, and Sharon Lea of Blooming Prairie; and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Paul Knutson; and several aunts and uncles.

The funeral service for Dean will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at First Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be in First Lutheran Cemetery, rural Blooming Prairie.

Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home in Blooming Prairie is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.