Allan Leslie Nygaard
Allan Nygaard, age 95 of Starbuck, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Visitation for Allan Nygaard will be held Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Starbuck Funeral Home in Starbuck, MN.
Visitation will continue from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Indherred Lutheran Church, rural Starbuck, MN.
Funeral services for Allan Leslie Nygaard will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Indherred Lutheran Church, rural Starbuck, MN, with Pastor Andrew Hermodson-Olsen officiating.
Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Born on July 26, 1931, to Magnus Nygaard and Rhoda Moe, Allan’s roots were deeply entwined with the Starbuck community.
A life illuminated by dedication, Allan was baptized and confirmed at Indherred Lutheran Church, where he remained a lifelong member. He completed his education in Starbuck, graduating in 1949, and briefly attended the University of Minnesota in St. Paul. Allan’s enduring love for farming saw him through years of dairy and hog farming until 2003, after which he devoted 25 years to grain farming. His commitment to agriculture was evident in his active participation with the Dairy Herd Improvement Association and his role on the state board. A proud member of the Mid-America Dairy Board, Allan often traveled to Missouri, contributing his insights at various conventions.
In addition to his agricultural pursuits, Allan served as a Minnewaska Township Supervisor for an impressive 52 years and proudly represented his community in Washington, DC. He also supervised voting at many elections over the years and was very active in grass roots politics. He was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary. A committed member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity for 76 years, Allan maintained the friendships and values that defined his formative years.
On July 7, 1956, Allan married Yvonne Jackson in Starbuck, together nurturing a family of five children. The joys of family life included dancing at Lakeside, weekly Bridge games with friends, supporting the kids and working in 4-H organizations, and cherished family vacations to the State Fair. Allan and Yvonne shared a deep bond, evidenced by their dedication to attending the events of their children and grandchildren.
Allan’s gentle spirit, kind nature, and love for his tractors and dogs were a testament to his character. He was known for his easy going and gentle nature, content in the simplicity of a well-lived life, Loved by all – young and old.
He is survived by his children: Jenell Nilles, Mel (Tom) Millerbernd, Keith (Denise) Nygaard, Karen Hoff, and Kyle (Alison) Nygaard; grandchildren: Ben Nilles, Becky (Mike) Olson, Andrea (Jason) Huschle, Kelly (Justin) Franz, Brooke (Matthew) Aymond, Megan (Ben) Hill, Jacob (Amanda) Nygaard, Jon Nygaard, Nate (Sarah) Erickson, Amanda (Clayton) Horn, Jackson Nygaard, Georgia Nygaard, Josh (Melissa) Wolf, Anthony (Samantha) Wolf, Zach Wolf; and great-grandchildren Aubrey, Cody, Nora, Hudson, Elleson, Harrison, Miller, Loden, Brady, Shay, Grant, Camden, Conor, Nolan, Oliver, Ethan, Eva, Leah, Maylana, Theo, and Myles; Yvonne’s siblings have always been important to him: Dennis (Jerri) Jackson, Sharon (Ralph) Sanvik (both deceased), Frayne (Loren, deceased) Seeley and Marsh (Luayne) Jackson, as well as their families.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Yvonne (Jackson) Nygaard; parents: Magnus Nygaard and Rhoda (Moe) Nygaard; grandson: Nolan Erickson; and son-in-law: David Nilles.
Arrangements are with Starbuck Funeral Home in Starbuck, MN.
