Lawrence Lynnes

Lawrence “Alan” Lynnes was born on February 14, 1926 in rural Walcott to Ben and Carrie (Anderson) Lynnes.

Alan grew up in rural Walcott. He was baptized and confirmed at the Helendale Lutheran Church and attended school at Helendale Township School #2 in rural Leonard, ND. Alan married Judith Fjelstad on June 25, 1950 at West Prairie Lutheran Church in rural Kindred, ND.

Alan was stationed in France and Germany during his service in the United States Army.

Alan was the owner and operator of Lone Oak Ranch where he farmed, raised cattle and horses till he relocated to Rosewood on Broadway in Fargo, ND.

Alan was a great husband, father and grandfather, who could always light up the room. He enjoyed working cattle, riding horses and hunting. He had a passion and strong pride for farming and ranching that he instilled on his son and grandchildren.

Alan was a lifetime member of the West Fargo VFW Post 7564. He was a member of Helendale Lutheran Church, rural Leonard, ND. He was a local Brand Inspector and member of the North Dakota Stockmen Association. He also was a member of Sheyenne Valley Grazing Association and Sheyenne Valley Team Penning Association and Twist of Fate.

Alan is survived by his son Keith Lynnes, Walcott, grandchildren; Josh Lynnes, Fargo, Robin Lynnes, Walcott, Molly (Ben) Hodges, Thornton, CO, Carrie (Matthew) Hamilton, Fargo, great-grandchildren; Aubrey and Ashton Joffrion, Mason and Claire Hamilton and Jackson Hodges.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Clayton, beloved wife Judith, and son, baby boy Lynnes.

The Lynnes family would like to extend a special thank you to all the caring individuals at Rosewood on Broadway for the abundance of care they gave him.