Obituary of Dennis Ray Norlander

Dennis Ray Norlander passed away 11/7 at Essentia Health surrounded by his family. He was born in Sandstone, MN 9/27/33 to Ethel & Ray. Dennis graduated from Central in 1951 and from UMD. He enlisted in the army in 1955. Dennis married his college sweetheart Pat 7/4/56

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, two siblings Audrey DeSanto (Claude), Sharon Elder (Dave).

He is survived by his wife of 63 years Pat (Priolo). Five wonderful children David (Melody), Mark (Dawn), Bruce, Steven and Paul (Kristin). 12 special grandchildren (Annalie, Lauryn, Danny, Zachary, Raiya, Kyle, Lindsey, Alex, Cade, Noah, Joe, Ava) Brother Kermit (Nancy). And many special nieces & nephews. For 35 years he was employed by the Duluth HRA.

The family will host a Celebration Open House at Trinity Lutheran - Duluth on 11/24/19 1:00-4:00