Arlo James Habben

Arlo James Habben, 68, passed away Friday, August 25, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Hospital - St. Mary’s campus in Rochester.

Arlo was born August 10, 1949 in Albert Lea, Minnesota to Herbert and Eileen (Kaiser) Habben.   He grew up in Waldorf, Minnesota.

Arlo served his county in the Navy.  He was stationed in Virginia Beach, Virginia and later Iceland.

He enjoyed working on Bd5 Airplanes and attending airshows.  He made many overseas trips exploring the world.

He worked in Agriculture Engineering helping farmers to design their dairy operations.  In 1995 he started SMAES.

Arlo is lovingly remembered by his daughter Jami Habben, of Austin, Texas; grandchildren: Chance & Kyla Douglas. His business partner and friend Tim Cepelak, of Stewartville also survives.

Arlo is preceded in death by his parents.

Military Honors will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, September 1, 2017 at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston.

Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield is assisting the family with arrangements.  To share a condolence with the family please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com.