Rodney Mark Fluegge of Mora, Minnesota, 71 years of age, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025.

Rodney was born November 26, 1953, to Ludwig and Delores Fluegge. He grew up on the family dairy farm in Kroschel, MN.

Rod attended elementary classes in a one room schoolhouse in Kroschel, going on to high school in Hinckley and graduating in 1971.

Shortly after graduation, Rod enlisted in the National Guard and served his country for 8 years.

Rod enjoyed taking family and friends up to the North Shore, stopping at Gooseberry Falls. Many fond memories were made on these annual trips.

Rod proudly worked with his parents at Fluegge's Badger in Brunswick. Eventually, he took over the family business, now known as Fluegge's Ag, and moved to its current location in Mora.  Up until his last days, you could find him at the shop, ready with a cup of coffee and a witty sense of humor. His strong work ethic and commitment to his customers and the business community continue today with the help of his faithful colleagues and family.

Rod is survived by daughter Gwen (Duane) Hess, son Carl (Elizabeth) Fluegge, and 7 wonderful grandchildren; Sisters Carol (Raymond) Dalzell, Denise Johnson, Barbara (John) Skull and many nieces and nephews who fondly remember him as the one and only Uncle Rod. Also survived by lifelong friends Eddie Rittenour and Wes Peterman, and the mother of his children, Suanne Kennedy.

Rod was preceded in death by infant sister Donna, his parents Ludwig and Delores Fluegge, and brother-in-law Larry Johnson.

He will be dearly missed.

Celebration of life will be held at Dresser-Methven Funeral home in Mora, Minnesota, on Saturday, February 15th, from 1-3 pm. Military Honors provided by the Mora American Legion Post #201 immediately following the Celebration of Life.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorials be sent to the Mora High School FFA program, 118 9th St., Mora, MN, 55051 memo: in honor of Rod Fluegge

If flowers are ordered the family has requested that local florist be used: Sticks and Stems, Bloom Barn, or Lavender Cow Mercantile