Rhonda G. Gustafson
BLUE EARTH — Rhonda G. Gustafson, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024, at Park View Care Center in Wells, surrounded by her loving family. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Blue Earth, with Rev. David Fretham officiating. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16, at Patton Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service on Feb. 17, at the church. Burial will be at a later date in Riverside Cemetery, Blue Earth. Online condolences can be left at www.pattonth.com.
Rhonda was born June 13, 1958, to Walter and Verla (Schwab) Weitzel in Blue Earth. She graduated
from Blue Earth Area in 1976. While in high school she enjoyed listening and singing music while
accomplishing placing second in state for singing Creedence Clearwater Revivals “Have You Ever Seen the Rain,” showcasing her talent.
Beyond her passion for music was her devotion attending all her grandchildren’s sporting events, she was definitely their biggest fan. She also enjoyed gathering with family and friends to watch the
Minnesota Vikings play. Rhonda always looked forward to trips down Apple River, fishing and bike rallies, making memories with family and friends that will last a lifetime, from Geneva, Minn. to Hot Harley Nights in Sioux Falls, she was always there with a smile on her face.
Rhonda’s true happiness in life was her love and devotion to her family and pride in her grandchildren. Her family often gathered many nights around a campfire telling stories and making so many new memories. Rhonda was a shining example of dedication and hard work. She earned the admiration of many through her unwavering work ethic, always balancing multiple jobs, yet never failing to make time to attend her grandchildren’s sporting events and family activities. Through the years, she instilled values of perseverance and resilience that inspired all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving and devoted daughter, Alissa Granillo (fiancé Jacob Burgett); son, Jason Gustafson; fiancé, Jeff Koch and his children Jasmine and Dakota; grandchildren, Austin (Adri), Adrianna, Miya (Andrew), Lilianna, Emanuel, Eliseanna and Noah, great-grandchildren; Josie and Blake; special grandchildren, Kailey, Ava and Addison; mother, Verla Weitzel; sisters, Sharon (Ervin) Harris and Sondra Goodrich, (fiancé Ron Miller); nephews, Nathan, Scott and Tyler (Jamie); dear friend, Heather Oakland; as well as many other family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her dad, Wally; and brother-in-law, Kevin. On eagles wings, may she rest peacefully in eternal serenity.
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