Delano Kukert
April 12, 1946 ~ February 19, 2026
Resided in: Fargo, North Dakota
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Delano Dennis Kukert, of Fargo, North Dakota, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Bethany Retirement Living in Fargo.
Delano was born in McCluskey, ND on April 12,1946 to Albert and Leona Kukert. He went to school in McCluskey until 1962 when he and his family moved to Fargo. He graduated from Central High School in 1963.
Delano married the love of his life, Kathryn (Kay) Larson in 1965, and they renewed their vows on their 50th wedding anniversary. They resided in West Fargo until 2021, when they moved to Bethany Retirement Living in Fargo, ND.
Delano worked at Herbergers (previously DeLendrecie’s) for 48 years. He was a much-loved department manager there for most of his career.
He and Kay were members of Triumph Lutheran Brethren church.
In his free time Delano enjoyed spending time in the Minnesota lakes country and all things outdoors.
Delano is survived by his wife, Kathryn; children and grandchildren, Tammy (Derek), Dustin and Dillon; Debbie, Adin and Quinn; Jeff (Dawn), Nik (AnnMarie), Luke (Jess), and Katelyn. He is also survived by his siblings Sherleen, Allen, and Carol.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers Jerry, Larry, and Clyde.
Services
Visitation: Friday, February 27, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Vigil: Friday, February 27, 2026 6:00 pm
Visitation: Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Funeral: Saturday, February 28, 2026 10:00 am
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The Gable Family
Nancy Gable
Kay and family –
The church family at Triumph Lutheran is lifting you up in prayer as you grieve the passing of Del.
Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Heaven is our prize for those who trust in Jesus… and Del is safely home.
Your marriage was a testimony of two love birds. The staff at Bethan clearly have witnessed that.
Hugs to you Kay.
So so many love you. Pastor Kirk Militzer
Delano was my boss for the 4 1/2 years I worked at de’Lendrecie’s in the boys’ dept., and a better and nicer boss could not be found. I enjoyed my time working there with Delano and have lots of wonderful memories. He was almost always smiling, and it was nice to work for someone like that. My condolences to all of the family. I’m sure you will miss him a lot, but hang on to all your memories of the many good times with him.
He loved his family and was so proud of you kids. Kay, you are the light of his life.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
Earl and Bev Wenthin
Delano was my boss when I worked part time at deLendrecie’s/Herberger’s. He was an excellent manager. He was so wonderfully kind and a fair man. I enjoyed working for him. He will be missed.