Monday, September 23, 2013

Royce Kettelhodt, 1928-2013

Royce Albert Kettelhodt, age 85 of Princeton, MN, passed away Friday, August 23, 2013 with his children by his side. Royce was born on March 26, 1928, in Princeton, the son of William and Elizabeth (Elsner) Kettelhodt. He was united in marriage to Ardis Shelley on August 1, 1970 in Princeton.

Royce enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He also loved spending time with his family and going to family outings. Royce was a member of the Moose Lodge and a lifelong resident of Princeton, MN.

Royce is survived by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ardis; and brother, Harold.

The funeral service was held on August 30th at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Princeton, MN with Rev. Michael Soppeland officiating.  Interment was in Oak Knoll Cemetery in Princeton, MN.