Calvin Everett Kjeseth, age 86 of Wanderoos, died peacefully September 11, 2010, surrounded by his family.
Visitation was held at the Williamson–White Funeral Home from 5:00–7:00 on September 15th. Funeral services were at the Deronda Lutheran Church, Deronda, on Thursday September 16th, with the Reverend Jerry Schultz officiating. Music was provided by soloist; Anne Anez, organist; Margaret Peterson. Pallbearers were Dennis Kjeseth, Larry Kjeseth, Mark Kjeseth, Steve Kjeseth, Tim Kjeseth and Todd Kjeseth. Honorary Pallbearers were the Wanderoos Community, with interment in the Deronda Church Cemetery.
Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery handled the arrangements.
Cal was born on August 30, 1924 at the family farm in Alden Township, the son of Arthur and Mildred Kjeseth. He grew up on the farm and attended High Bridge School just miles from home. Following school he worked locally trucking and at the Ford Plant in St Paul. On July 7, 1952 Calvin married Betty Foss in rural Osceola. Early in their marriage they bought a farm just north of Wanderoos which Cal owned the rest of his life. Three children were born into this union. Cal farmed and was head cheese maker at Belle Cheese in Wanderoos, Amery and later Cameron the majority of his life. He also raised beef, hogs and had a trucking business in later years.
On August 14, 1976 Calvin married Marjory Peper. Together they thoroughly enjoyed life, family, friends and their pets. In late December 1999 Marjory passed away. Cal remained on the farm and turned to his family and his friends in the community for companionship. You could spot Cal in various vehicles and 4-wheelers making his way to visit friends or family members at their farms. Part of his daily routine was morning coffee or lunch in downtown Wanderoos. At home he enjoyed his beloved German Shepards, smaller lap dogs and cats. Picnics at Wild Goose and Big Horseshoe Lakes with his family were always a time enjoyed by all. Anyone that got to know Cal soon learned of his great sense of humor. Always quick with a grin, an entertaining joke or comment made him a pleasure to be around. Young to old enjoyed his company and friendship through out the years.

In the past two years, due to declining health Cal spent a short time at Willow Ridge Health Care Center, followed by becoming a resident of RiverBend Assisted Living of Amery.
Calvin is survived by his children, Mary Kjeseth of Amery; Michael (Lindy) Kjeseth of Deer Park; Lee (Linda) Kjeseth of Frankfort, Kentucky; Grandchildren: Jason and Kellie Kjeseth of Deer Park; Kolton Kjeseth-Zinn of Amery and Robby Dalhberg of Colorado; Brothers: Art Jr. (Beverly) Kjeseth and Ralph (Carol) Kjeseth of Amery; Sister-in-Laws: Myrna Brown of Amery; Reta Kjeseth of New Richmond; Step-Children: Mark (Beth) Peper; Dan (Stevie) Peper; Tammy (Jack) Weber; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
Calvin was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Mildred Kjeseth; brothers; Kenneth; Willard; Philip; sister: Marion Lee; sister-in-law: Arlie Kjeseth; brother-in-law: Forrest Lee; aunt and uncle: Carrie and Ellis Squire; son-in-law: Robert Zinn.