Daniel C. "Lindy" Lindorfer
April 23, 1955 ~ September 21, 2025
Daniel C. Lindorfer (Lindy) age 70, of Columbus, MN passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
He was born in St. Paul, MN on April 23, 1955, to the late Robert and Laura (Kratt) Lindorfer Sr. and preceded in death his brother Robert Lindorfer Jr. (wife Lynn Lindorfer).
Dan is survived by his wife, Robin Johnson-Lindorfer; son Paul Lindorfer (Nicole), Bethanie (Marshall) Peterson and a total of 8 grandchildren; siblings, Laura (Bob) Budde, Margaret (Ron) Taylor, Jean (Ron) Regal and Dick (Debbie) Lindorfer; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Dan was a master carpenter whose hands shaped more than wood—they built a life of purpose, creativity, and love. As a proud member of the Carpenters Union for over 30 years, he led countless projects across the Twin Cities with wisdom, precision, and an uncanny ability to solve even the most complex building challenges. Whether overseeing commercial builds or breathing new life into home projects, Dan’s craftsmanship was unmatched. But his true joy came from working in his beloved shop, where the scent of natural hardwood and the hum of tools became the backdrop to countless memories. There, he poured his heart into custom furniture that reflected the beauty he saw in the world—and in the people he made it for. His siblings, children, grandchildren and friends knew him not just as the man who could fix anything, but as the patient teacher who passed down his skills with laughter, love, and sawdust-covered hugs. Dan’s legacy lives on in every piece he built and every life he touched.
A private gathering with immediate family to be held at a later date. The family requests their privacy at this time.
So sorry for your loss.
I remember him from Canfield and Hamline at the Lindorfer family home. I can picture him, tall skinny, and long hair. Lindy was always full of energy and was fun to be with. I’ll hold onto those memories.
I did not know of his illness. I was made aware of his passing by another friend Frank Zibley.
We all are saddened by his passing, and the hole left in the neighborhood community.
May God bless you all.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences at Dan’s passing. His suffering is now over and we must trust that he is in the hands of the Lord. I feel blessed to have shared a recent conversation with Dan. I only regret that I did not get to tell him that I loved him like the brother he was to me all of my life.
God bless you all at this time of your deepest sorrow and loss. Celebrate his life as you know he would have wanted you to!!
Rest in Peace Lindy
Lindy was a great time on the golf course. Only wish I had played more with him and the Ridge Riders!
Bye Dan see you soon enough.