Robert Tesdahl Obituary

Age - 78
October 7, 2023
Jewell, IA
Robert Duane Tesdahl, age 78, of Ames, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at his home. Visitation will be held from 4:00 P. M. until 6:00 P. M. on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave. , Ames, where there will be a time of sharing at 6:00 P. M. Private family burial will take place in the Ames Municipal Cemetery. Born on December 16, 1944 in Ames, Robert was the son of Zenith and Opal (Veach) Tesdahl. He grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1963. Robert enlisted in the U. S. Army on July 15, 1965 and was honorably discharged in 1967. He began a lengthy career with Farner Bocken starting as a delivery driver. He then worked in the warehouse until his retirement. In his retirement, Robert worked part-time for Access Direct. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, golfing and going for walks. Robert liked to play cards with his family and listen to the oldies and he dominated the ping-pong table. Robert was also a fan of professional football and college basketball (GO CYCLONES!). Robert is survived by his daughter, Amy (Soren) Faaborg of Nevada; granddaughter, Ada and grandson, Otto, also of Nevada; brothers, Gary (Sharon) of Carlisle and Dale of Ames; nieces, Michelle Mann and Heather Born; and a nephew, Corey Tesdahl. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a nephew, Robert Tesdahl. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Robert's family at www. adamssoderstrum. com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Family of Robert Tesdahl.
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