Fagerlee, David Jon "Pug" Dec. 17, 1940 - Dec. 15, 2021 On December 15th the world lost an amazing man. In the words of his granddaughter, Brittney, "Can't go wrong with a life well lived." David was born and raised in NE Minneapolis to Kenneth and Joyce Fagerlee. He grew up with his siblings Dennis, Richard, Thomas, and Mary on Polk Street and for a man that traveled the world, his heart remained rooted in NE. David spent his early years as an altar boy, skiing for his high school team, spending time with friends, and working odd jobs. He cherished his siblings and always wanted the best for them. David graduated from Edison High school in 1958. One of his first jobs was working for Stillman's Grocery which was the beginning of a lifelong partnership. David enlisted in the Army with a friend & spent six months in basic training followed by inactive duty. David and Jean Irwin were married in 1961. They lived in NE Minneapolis until 1964. Their family grew in size and love with the addition of Elizabeth "Betsy," David, and Sarah. The family moved to Milwaukee so David could take a job with Flower City opening and operating new stores. His career with Flower City ultimately allowed the family to return home to Minneapolis in 1975. In 1984 David started an import company Seasonal Specialties which was his proudest business achievement. The nearly 100 team members of Seasonal were David's second family and he cared for each of them deeply. He never accepted that something couldn't be done or that it couldn't be done better, and he instilled that philosophy into the company culture. He had a tremendous amount of respect for the people that he worked with throughout Asia and he naturally immersed himself into their culture. David was active in the company until his final days and his spirit and passion will live on. David and Vicki Moore Horton were married in 1983. They enjoyed spending time at the cabin they built in northern Minnesota, watching their grandchildren and great grandchildren grow up, and visiting with their dear friends in Florida. A sentinel to his ideas, David had big dreams and those dreams became big accomplishments. He was intuitive, decisive, a risk taker, and highly creative. He took pride in his business and his charity work. Both were built on the premise that an inspired team was imperative, details mattered, quality reigns supreme, and that it was more important to create the best not be the biggest. Ethics ruled all of his decisions and relationships. His visions were daring and he was resolute in seeing his ideas come to fruition. At 70 years old he had a calling to go to a country he had never visited in an effort to help people he did not know within a culture he had never experienced. David was incredibly proud of the school he supported and the medical clinic (David Fagerlee Medical Centre) he established in Adilang, Uganda. He would often say that he felt at home in Uganda. His faith both challenged and guided him. It was the catalyst for self-reflection and the bedrock of his beliefs. He was exceedingly generous and humble. He was a giver, kind, empathetic, and compassionate. He'd gently note in conversation that everyone had value and should be treated with care, respect and dignity. Our purpose was to give back to the world, to look for the best in others, care for one another, and always give a helping hand. David was admirable. Like all challenges that he encountered, he took on his fight with cancer bravely. His resolve ran deep and he tried to stay positive. He was strong and determined to beat it because as he said "I have work to do." And that work was helping others. David's friendships were deep, enduring, and incredibly loyal. He talked of his friends often and with great admiration as they brought much meaning to his life. Equally important to David was his family. His never ending desire and work to make sure that his family was well supported and cared for was unwavering. David loved to have a good laugh, contemplate the affairs of the world, engage in good conversation, and on occasion host a booming session of his favorite songs. He also loved flowers, animals, babies, and a midnight peanut butter or sour cream sandwich. David was highly observant and keenly aware of what made each of his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren unique and he appreciated their individual personality traits. David was proud of his family and his family couldn't be more proud of him. He will be missed. We were honored to love him and be loved by him. Can't go wrong with a life well lived. David was preceded in death by his parents, Kenny and Joyce; brother, Richard (Dick); and nephew Michael. Survived by his wife, Vicki; daughter Betsy Fagerlee; son David Fagerlee (Dawn); daughter Sarah Goudelock (Kyle); stepdaughter Mary Horton and stepson Jim Horton (Kim); grandchildren: Katie (Mike), Alex (Joe), Brittney, Bailey (Ryan), Annie (Eric), Beau, Bella, Grace, Eric (Claire), Zach, Taylor (Tyler), Jake (Taylor), Luke; great grandchildren: Alex, Kaiden, Remy, Marlow, Oliver, Brecken; siblings: Denny (Patti), Tommy, and Mary; and many nephews and nieces. The celebration of life will be held February 4, 2022 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1621 University Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413. Visitation from 10:00-11:00, service at 11:00AM. The family wishes that everyone masks at the church. The service will also be available via livestream: youtube.com/… Please join us after the service at Jax Cafe, 1928 University Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418 where we will gather for food and drinks and to share memories. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the David Fagerlee Medical Centre. Donations can be made by visiting the site: DFMC-ug.org. Livestream for the service: youtube.com/…

Published on December 26, 2021