Dona,
Hoping the love of your family and friends help you through this difficult time. I know you shared lots of laughter over the years hope these memories bring you some joy when you remember Al. Many thoughts going to you and your family.
Alan D. "Al" Monsebroten
June 3, 1957 – April 19, 2013
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Alan D. “Al” Monsebroten, age 55, of St. Joseph. Al passed away April 19 at his home. Burial will take place at Arnegard-Varnson Cemetery in Hillsboro, North Dakota.
Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Monday at the Daniel Funeral Home in ST. JOSEPH. Parish Prayers will be held at 5 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday.
Al was born June 3, 1957 in Grand Forks, North Dakota to Gerald and Mavis (Varnson) Monsebroten. He graduated from Central High School in Grand Forks and later the U of M in Crookston. Al went back to school at the St. Cloud Technical College and received a degree in accounting. He held many management positions. He married Dona Skoblik – Johnson in 1990. Al was “Papa” to his grandchildren.
He was an avid UND Fighting Sioux hockey fan, but enjoyed all sports. He liked to fish, especially in Canada. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church Contemporary Choir for 15 years and at one time a member of the St. Cloud Singing Saints. He liked any tool that had an engine attached to it. He was proud of keeping up the yard and tilling the garden. He will be remembered for his huge Hot Wheel collection and passion for a game of cribbage.
Al is survived by his wife Dona, children Krissandra (Jamie) Monsebroten of St. Paul, Erik (Samantha) Monsebroten of Minneapolis, Travis (Dana) Skoblik of Omaha, NE and Kathryn (Jessica) Johnson of St. Joseph, mother Mavis of Waite Park, seven grandchildren, and brother Richard (Debra) Monsebroten of Sorento, FL.
He was preceded in death by his father Jerry.
Guestbook
I met Al and Dona at St.Cloud Technical and Community College. It seems like a long time ago but I will always remember how kind they (are). They came to see me at the funeral home when my Mom passed away. I will never forget that. The world needs the compassion and humor of both Al and Dona. Al is making someone laugh right now I bet. Dona, my very sincere condolences to you and your family.
It is so diffcult to lose someone so young. My prayers are with the family as you learn to cope without Al on earth.
Thank you for being there for Travis and Katie, They are such wonderful kids because you cared.
God bless you and your family. Al will be missed dearly.
Al, you were a good man with a kind and loving heart. I’ll miss your great sense of humor, along with your knowledge in lawn care, gardening, and how to keep the rabbits out! 🙂 I know you’ll find that special place to till your ‘Heavenly’ garden. Be at peace my friend, and walk with God. My prayers are with you, Dona, and your wonderful family.
Now you are singing and dancing with the Angels Al. No more pain and suffering. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God’s blessings to you all in this time of sorrow and grief. Please accept my heart felt condolences.
Services
Visitation
Daniel Funeral Home, St. JosephSchedule Details
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Alan D. “Al” Monsebroten, age 55, of St. Joseph. Al passed away April 19 at his home. Burial will take place at Arnegard-Varnson Cemetery in Hillsboro, North Dakota.
Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Monday at the Daniel Funeral Home in ST. JOSEPH. Parish Prayers will be held at 5 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday.