Lanny Huemann, 79, Owatonna

Lanny Henry Huemann, 79, of Owatonna died Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester. 
He was born Nov. 17, 1941 in Adams, the son of Henry Huemann and Pauline Huemann (Klapperich). Lanny grew up on the family farm near Johnsburg, Minn. He attended St. John the Baptist school in Johnsburg and graduated from high school in Adams. After graduation he served in the U.S. Army. Upon discharge from the military, Lanny continued to farm on the family farm and then worked in manufacturing at OTC/Power Team until his retirement. 
Lanny married Virginia Von Ruden (Bresaw) in 1990 in Johnsburg. The couple made their home in Owatonna. 
Lanny enjoyed volunteering his time to the military Honor Guard, meals on wheels and St. Joseph's Catholic Church where he was a long-time member. He was also a member of the American Legion and Knights of Columbus.
The most important things to Lanny were his wife and family. Lanny enjoyed following the Minnesota Vikings and Twins, golfing with friends and family, his daily walks, as well as country side drives, traveling and antiquing with his wife Virginia. Lanny loved life, had a big heart and was loved by all. 
He is survived by his wife Virginia Huemann; his step-children, Ricky, Vickie, Michael (Kristi), Donald and Douglas; seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren; brothers Elden, Terry (Connie), Maynard (Linda) and Adry (Linda), nieces and nephews. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Doreen and her husband Keith. 
A public visitation was held at Brick-Meger Funeral Home in Owatonna on Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020. A Knights of Columbus Rosary was also held on Sunday at the funeral home. The visitation continued on Monday one hour prior to the funeral mass at St. Joe’s. Mass of Christian Burial took place Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Owatonna. Burial took place at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Owatonna with Military Rites by the Steele County Funeral Unit.
Memorials should be directed to Owatonna Alzheimer's Association.
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