Luther M. Tollefsrud
November 18, 2012
Luther M. Tollefsrud died at the age of 86 on November 18, 2012. He was born in North Dakota on June 21, 1926. he was a long time resident in Honolulu after retiring from 40 years of service with Northwest Airlines as a flight pursor and steward. His main flight was from Seattle to Toyoko.Luther graduated from Northfield High School in Minnesota and attended the University of Minnesota with a major in Busisness Administration.Luther was in the Korean War having joined the United States Army. He rose to the rank of Master Sgt. He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Minneapolis, MN. He was president of the Minnesota Kennel Club and a board member of the American Kennel Club. His main interest was the raising of the Norwegian Elkhound. He achieved championship ratings on 15 of his dogs.Luther was predeceeded in death by parents; Rev. Merwin B. and Burdy C. Tollefsrud; sisters Carol E. and Lois M. Van Hare (Wilfre). He is survived by two sisters, Valborg E. Tollefsrud of Minneapolis, and Ruth C. Sherry (Paul) of Milwaukee. He is also survived by five nephews and 3 nieces all residing in Arizona.Internment will take place at Punchbowl National Cemetery.
Luther M. Tollefsrud died at the age of 86 on November 18, 2012. He was born in North Dakota on June 21, 1926. he was a long time resident in Honolulu after retiring from 40 years of service with Northwest Airlines as a flight pursor and steward.... View Obituary & Service Information