Donald "Don" Bjorklund
January 21, 1939 ~ January 24, 2021
Remembering the life of Don Bjorklund
Don passed away on January 24, 2021 at the Sanford Hillsboro Medical Hospital, surrounded by his family.
Donald Allen Bjorklund was born on January 21, 1939, the son of Ansgar and Clara (Moen) Bjorklund in Hillsboro. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Hillsboro. Don was married to Arliene “Corky” Wilson on August 14, 1959. The couple made their home in Hillsboro where they raised their three children. Don worked for Traill County maintaining roads, drove truck for Midwest Motor Express, and drove School Bus for Hillsboro.
Don is survived by his wife, Corky; his children – Jode (Brad) Sorum of Hillsboro; Stacy (Tony) Ernst of Hillsboro; and Todd Bjorklund of Kent, WA; his grandchildren – Blake, Brooke, Lee, Austin, Katilyn, and Emily; step-grandchildren – Kyle, Blaine and Tyler Ernst; his great-grandchildren – Lola, Jackson, Weston, Boden, Lemmy, Evy, Otto and Noah; and his brother, Dan (Julie) Bjorklund of Hillsboro.
Don was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers – David and Dale Bjorklund; his grandson, Brian Sorum; and his nephews – Tyrone, Seth, and Matthew.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be given to a charity of choice or Arnegard Cemetery.
A private family service will be held at 1 PM on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at Wildeman-Boulger Funeral Home in Hillsboro. The service will be live streamed on the funeral home website. Burial will follow at the Arnegard Cemetery near Hillsboro.
Sorry to hear this news, Arlene.
Just had Penny and Dick over for lunch and a visit.
Marilyn
Don was a very nice guy ! He will be missed by many! Prayers for the family
Rest in peace my friend.
Corky, Jode, Stacy, Todd, and other family members: So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband/father/family member. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim & Deb Knecht
As all of Don’s family knows, it is rare that I am at a loss for words. We wish that all of the family may find peace and comfort in their faith, family and friends. I am so glad Todd got home when he did. We will miss Don, as will many others. RIP, dear friend.
My most sincere condolences to the family, I did not have the honor to meet Don. Rest In Peace in Gods Grace, Amen.
Corky, Stacy, Tony & family,
Our deepest condolences for all of you. May all the wonderful memories throughout the years remain in your hearts and provide comfort 💕
A memory of Don, he was grading roads and don’t recall how we got talking but before I knew it I was on our 4-wheeler with a small drag section behind it breaking up the lumps on the side of the road. He had our roads looking good. A nice man! Nancy and Wayne Dickhoff
So sorry for your loss. Don was a talented man with his woodwork. A wonderful father. When Don would call the office to talk to his daughter he always made me smile. God be with you all. Your family is loved by many. Love to you all.
Corky, Jode and all other family, I’m so sorry to hear of of Don’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Debbie Sundeen
Oh, dear Corky, our other Hillsboro sister, please know how much we love you and grieve with you. Your devotion to Don is a testimony to long-term marriage for all of us. He will be missed by so many. These are verbal hugs and kisses coming your way! Love to you from Jackson and Grace
Dear family of Don, I am soo very sorry for your loss. You husband ,dad,uncle, and grampa was a very nice man and he made beautiful pieces of art. My sympathy to all.
Corky, Jode, Stacy, Todd
We are very sorry for Don’s passing. I have many memories growing up with all of you, it was fun having the park and Goose River as your playground. Treasure the time you have shared. Our deepest sympathy.
God Bless
Bob & Linda
Deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers to the Bjorkland family.
Condolences, thoughts, and prayers to the Bjorklund family.
When Todd mentioned that Don always thought “if you are going to do it do it right” my first thought was
that is exactly how I always felt Don looked at life. It could be seen in his woodworking. All good memories of Don.
Sorry to have read the sad news of your passing. Brought many memories, like frogs and firecrackers!! Tobagan rides from one farm to another. Comic books and our Family get togethers. Rest In pease Dear Cousin!