Roger J. Runger

HOFF FUNERAL HOMES - RUSHFORD CHAPEL 507-864-7771 RUSHFORD, MINN. - Roger J. Runger, 71, of rural Rushford, Minn. died on Wednesday, December 16, at his home. Roger was born on February 24, 1938, in Winona, Minn. to Roy and Ann (Wronske) Runger. He grew up in Rushford and graduated from Rushford High School in 1956. He served in the U.S. Army. After the service Roger worked for Schueler Mink Ranch in Rushford. Following that he farmed South of Rushford for many years. Roger was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Rushford. He loved farming, the animals, and living in the country. Roger is survived by his sister, Sharon (James) Low of Wausau, Wis.; sister-in-law, Carol Runger of Scottsdale, Ariz., and ten nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Don. There will be a Funeral Mass for Roger at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Rushford, with the Rev. Joseph Pete officiating. Burial will be in the St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery in Rushford. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church. In Lieu of flowers, Roger's family prefers memorials to be directed to the St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Hoff Funeral Homes - Rushford Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Please leave a memory of Roger and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com