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MICHAEL STEVEN AHRENS, age 58, of Worthington, died Friday, April 20, 2012 at Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. He was born on November 11, 1953 to parents Bud and Edna (Abels) Ahrens in Trimont, MN. He grew up in Worthington and graduated from Worthington High School. After graduation he attended Jackson Vocational School for auto mechanics. After his schooling, Mike worked for the Worthington power plant until it closed. He then started working for Bedford Industries in Worthington.
On February 27, 1988 he was united in marriage to Paula Probst in Fulda, MN. After their marriage the couple made their home in Worthington and Mike continued to work for Bedford Industries. He was employed as a warehouse material handler and also drove truck part-time. He also worked a short time in maintenance for Minnesota West.
Mike was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Worthington. He enjoyed baseball, especially watching his sons play, fishing and Nascar racing. He was also an avid Trojan fan and volunteered his time grooming ball fields. Mike also loved spending time with his family, especially when sitting in front of a fire.
He is survived by his wife, Paula Ahrens, Worthington, two sons, Nicholas and Joseph Ahrens both of Worthington; parents, Bud and Edna Ahrens, Worthington; mother-in-law, Elvera (Probst) Wagner, Worthington; brother, Larry Ahrens, Sheldon, IA; sister, Julie (Jeff) Meier, Worthington; three special nieces, Lindsay Fricke, Alyssa and Courtney Meier.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents and father-in-law.
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Wayne and Heidi Drealan & Family
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Posted Fri April 20, 2012
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We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time of grieving.
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Chris Manitz
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Posted Sat April 21, 2012
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I am sorry for your loss! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
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Stan and Beth Kramer
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Posted Sat April 21, 2012
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Mavis:
We were shocked and saddened to hear about Mike. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Ed Funk
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Posted Sat April 21, 2012
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My deepest condolences to all. Mike/Floyd will always be in my memories from softball days/championships.
Gone too soon.
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Lori Friesen (Was Lemke)
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Posted Sun April 22, 2012
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My heart aches right along with you all. Mike was my classmate (graduating in 1972), and friend. We grew up in the same neighborhood also, so I knew Mike quite well.....although, I haven't seen Mike in many years, sad to say. I'm so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Mike's entire family. He was such a great guy. He will be missed by all who knew him. May God wrap His arms around you all, and give you comfort during this difficult time.
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Teresa "Toastie" Viessman
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Posted Sun April 22, 2012
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Dear Paula, Nick, Joe, Jeff/Julie, & family,
I am in shock and saddened to hear of the great loss of "Floyd". My trips to Worthington were always enhanced whenever we could meet up with Floyd at the Pub and share some laughs, or at Bruce and Mary's. Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort as close as a prayer. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Keeping you all in my daily thoughts and prayers.
Teresa "Toastie" Viessman and family
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David Grimmius
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Posted Mon April 23, 2012
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Mike was a great friend. Many wonderful memories of listening to records in the garage, watching reruns of Leave it To Beaver, hanging out at the park, fireworks from Sioux Falls and riding in his blue Chevy. Easy going guys with a great laugh who will be missed. Thought and Prayers... Dave Grimmius
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Sue and Dan Bursik
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Posted Mon April 23, 2012
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Our deepest symphany to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Take comfort knowing Mike is at peace with the Lord.
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Michele(Gerdes)Hartman
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Posted Mon April 23, 2012
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours @ this time of sorrow! I know it is never easy,but god will soothe your sadness and loss of Mike. Take Care Michele Hartman
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Dave and Lisa Spies
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Posted Mon April 23, 2012
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You have our deepest sympathy. Brock really enjoyed playing baseball for him, even if was just for one summer. I remember a few years ago I saw Mike at a baseball game in Fulda. He asked how Brock was doing at college and wished him well. A good guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys.
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Bruce Thalhuber
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
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The Fornoff Family (Brad, Cheryl, Chantel, Marcheta & Drew)
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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Our deepest sympathies to your family.
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Mike Zaske
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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To the Ahrens family,
I was stunned to hear of Mike''s death. In our 8 years as neighbors on Olander Street, I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know him. He was one of those people I always enjoyed talking to. I especially appreciated his (in good fun) teasing. Mike never failed to make me laugh about something! I''m a better person for having known him, and know that the mere mention of his name will always bring a smile to my face. But it''s hard to smile today, because I am truly sad to hear this news. You are in my prayers.
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Sue Wasmund (Hamman)
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Posted Wed April 25, 2012
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To the Ahrens family: I grew up in the "neighborhood" and remember all the fun times at Pirtles Park. There were quite a few of us neighborhood kids Mike being one of them. We were all very close friends and as we grew we all went our seperate ways in life. I haven''t seen Mike for quite some time and I am very sad to hear of his passing but it sounds like he had a wonderful life and family...peace be with all of you.
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Paula Wenzel-Caster
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Posted Mon April 30, 2012
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Paula so sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you during this time. Thoughts and prayers go out to you.
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