Chester Truman Sande, 85, of West Concord, formerly of Bloomington died Friday, March 13, 2015 at the home of his daughter surrounded by his family. He was born August 5, 1929 in Freeman Twsp. Freeborn County Minnesota the son of Ernest and Clara (Klabo) Sande. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Chester retired from the city of Hopkins and was a proud Army Veteran, who truly enjoyed nature and the peace and serenity it provided. His selfless and quiet nature endeared him to many and he treasured every moment spent with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who love him. He is survived by his children Sharon (Tom) Meyer, Cindy (Jeff) Martin, and Bob (Sue Taylor) Sande, grandchildren Matt (Sara) Meyer, Tamara (Jay) Brownson, Andrea Erickson, Joe (Ashley) Jerome, Josh (Elizabeth) Jerome, and Nick Martin, and ten great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Erlys (Cato) Trolen, Patricia Irwin, Marlene Miner, and Arlene Vanek and his brother in law Vic (Deb) Augustin. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruth, and his parents. Visitation will be at Michaelson Funeral Home, West Concord on Wednesday March 18, 2015 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Funeral services will be held Wednesday March 18, 2015 at 11:00 AM at Michaelson Funeral Home, West Concord with The Reverend Chris Brekke officiating. Interment will be in the Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Military Honors will be provided by the Kenyon Veterans Color Guard. Visitation: 03/18/2015 10:00 03/18/2015 11:00 Service: 03/18/2015 11:00