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Donald Cyrus “Donnie” Palmquist, born August 26, 1935, passed away peacefully at home on February 3, 2019, following a short battle with pancreatic cancer.

He is preceded in death by his parents Earl and Helen Palmquist, and sisters Donna Rae and Carole.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years Karen, sons Chad (Christy) and Kurt (Sheryl), and grandchildren Matthew, Megan, Lance, and Lewis.  He is also survived by brothers Robert (Nancy) and Roger, and sisters Diane (Bob) Zutter and Patti Palmquist McGarvey (Bob), as well as many nieces and nephews.  

A celebration of life will be held later this spring at the Chisago Lakes Sportsmen’s Club.  Details to follow.

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