Ahlman, Donald Herbert passed away at the age of 79, on Friday, Mar. 8, 2019, loving husband and father of two children. Don was born on September 1, 1939 in Morristown, MN to Gustav "Gus" Ahlman and Elizabeth (Poehler) Ahlman. He graduated from Morristown High School in 1957. He then received his Bachelor's and his Master's degree in Education from Concordia College. He spent 15 years in the teaching profession, including two years as principal of Trinity First Lutheran in Minneapolis. He then spent the next 22 years as a payroll accountant for the St. Louis Park school district. After over 40 years of marriage to Lil (Kuzma) Ahlman, Lil passed away in 2014. He remarried in 2016 to Nita Shonka. He is survived by his wife Nita and his two sons, Dan and Craig, and stepson Jeff Kunce. Don was a very loving father, husband, and friend to everyone. Don loved playing cards, fishing, sports, gardening, and being with people. His cheerful and positive outlook on life was a blessing to everyone. He was very active with the church throughout his lifetime, and gave of himself for teaching Sunday school, serving on boards, as Elder and reading the scripture lessons during the service. His welcoming and caring spirit made everyone feel loved and welcome in his presence, and helped keep family bonds together even across great distances. Visitation will be from 6-8PM at Washburn-McReavy on Sunday, March 17. Funeral services for Don will be at Zion Lutheran Church, 241 5th Ave N, Hopkins, MN at 11AM on Monday, March 18. Don will be laid to rest at Concordia Cemetery in Morristown, MN after the funeral. Washburn-McReavy.com Strobeck Johnson 952-938-9020 1400 Mainstreet, Hopkins

Published on March 14, 2019