Ronald Gary Tveitbakk
September 2, 1950 ~ November 14, 2022
Age 72 of Chisago City. Loving Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Son & Brother. Ron took the hand of his Lord Jesus peacefully on November 14, 2022.
Preceded in death by father, Thor; step-father, Al Harvath Sr. Survived by loving wife of 51 years, Karen; children, Jamie (Heather), Heidi (Tim) Whiteford; grandchildren, Brody, Kylie; mother, Verna Harvath; siblings, Jerry (Rhonda), Renae (Rick) Perkins; step-siblings, Al (Barb) Harvath Jr., Brian (Nancy) Harvath, Pat (Randy) Crumpton, Donna (Rob) Anderson; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
Ron was born on September 2, 1950 in Riverdale, ND to Thor and Verna (Bjerke) Tveitbakk. Ron grew up in the Twin Cities area and graduated from Richfield High School in 1968. He attended St. Paul Bible College (Crown College) where he met his wife, Karen and they were married in August 1971. Ron graduated in 1972 with a BA degree double major in Theology and History. He then became the manager of Northwestern Bookstore in Minneapolis until they moved to Chisago City in 1974. Ron and Karen had two children, Jamie and Heidi. He was active in Church musical groups, youth groups, and leadership positions. Throughout the years, he worked in computer sales, business solutions, and most recently was proud to be an over the road semi driver. Ron was an easy-going, kind and honest man who enjoyed fishing, golfing, spending time outdoors in the woods, family vacations, reading and especially playing the guitar.
A celebration of Ron’s life will be 11 AM Saturday, January 21st with visitation beginning at 10 AM at Roberts Family Funeral Home, Forest Lake. The service will be livestreamed here: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY3MzY2MzQzNzIzMDI5MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==
Missing my big brother, Ron, today. I still cannot believe he is gone, but thankfully he is pain free and singing with Jesus and the Angels, and Thor, Al, Sr., Josh, Al W. and Harriet, Eva, and many others. I loved to hear Ron’s laugh and when he played the guitar and we all sang. I remember our group that went singing at churches. Who knows, maybe we would have been “famous” if we had kept “performing”. LOL. Love you, Ron.
I remember the good times fishing with Ron and Jerry when they would come up north. Ron was a quiet man, but, while fishing he was in his “good place “!
His face would glow, evident of his appreciation for God’s beautiful creations.
Our thoughts and prayers for Karen, Heidi,Jamie and family. May you hold onto the great memories of Ron.
Love, Loretta & Gary
What can I say about my big brother Ron?
He cared about others, he was loving, quiet and loved to be outdoors. He loved hiking in the woods behind his house and also loved fishing! Music was a big part of his life and I remember growing up, he taught me how to play the guitar (well at least a few cords) so I could strum around and play a few songs with him. He was so much better that I was at playing but I so appreciate what he taught me!
I still can’t believe that you are gone but I know that some day I will see you again in heaven with those loved ones who have gone on before us. Until then, we will endure. We will keep the faith and we will look forward to that day.
Thanks for being my big brother Ron! We will see you soon!
Jerry
I always remembered our holiday gatherings wherever we were at, and Ron and Thom would bring their guitars and we would have music serenade us, and we would sing together. The holidays were always more special with us hanging out together 💖💖
Our deepest sympathies. Thinking and praying for your family during this time of loss. Love the Strayers and Batas
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss. With Love, All of us at
To my Son Ron, heaven gained another angel. And I’m looking forward to seeing you again in heaven.