Randy L. Beckjorden, age 55, of Faribault, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 7, 2016, at his home.
A time for gathering of friends and family to celebrate Randy's life will take place on Friday, November 11, 2016, from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Parker Kohl Funeral Home in Faribault. A reception will follow at the Vintage Ballroom, 129 Central Avenue S., Faribault.
Randy was born on July 1, 1961, in Albert Lea, MN, to Nathan "Nick" and Rosemary "Sis" (Converse) Beckjorden. He was united in marriage to Sherry Fitzlaff on November 10, 1979, in Albert Lea. Randy obtained his electrician degree from Albert Lea Technical College and later his journeyman's license. He worked for Cedar Lake Electric for a short time. In 1997, he joined the IBEW and worked mainly with Hunt Electric until his recent retirement. Randy loved motorcycling and his Corvette. He enjoyed vacationing and camping with his family, and spending time with his wife, sons, and grandchildren. His dogs, Gunner and Buddy were his constant companions.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sherry Beckjorden of Faribault; sons, Travis Beckjorden of Rochester, MN, and Derek Beckjorden of Faribault; grandchildren, Tay and Aryana Beckjorden; parents, Richard and Janet Fitzlaff; brothers and sisters, Mike Fitzlaff (Theresa Harriman), Jim (Kathy) Fitzlaff, Lori (Steve) Classon, and Troy (Jenny) Fitzlaff, all of Albert Lea; and Pat (Larry) Hauge of Glenville, MN; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Sis; and grandparents, Myron (Mike) and Levetta Converse; and Gerald and Alice Beckjorden.