Dennis Craig Nerud, 62, of Osage MN, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2022, of Pancreatic Cancer at Seasons Hospice House, Rochester MN. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, January 13, 2022, at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kenyon. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Wednesday, January 12th at Michaelson Funeral Home in Kenyon. Interment will be in the Meadow Ridge Memorial Park Cemetery in Faribault. People will be encouraged to wear a mask at church. Born in Hastings MN on July 13, 1959, he graduated from Cannon Falls High school in 1977. In July of the same year he enlisted in the US Navy. He was honorably discharged in September of 1977 for medical reasons. Dennis was married to Debra Peters on June 27, 1981 in Medford; they were married over 40 years. He worked as a purchasing agent for Foldcraft Company in Kenyon for over 40 years. Dennis and his wife Debbie had semi-retired to their lake place up north in Osage MN. He enjoyed fishing and all the fun times with family and friends at the lake.  He was a devoted father to his two daughters and supported them throughout their life adventures and personal achievements. He was an avid card player, retired bowler, and outstanding fisherman. He is survived by spouse (Debra Peters Nerud), children: Dreena (Eric) Tibor of Plainview, Desiree Nerud of Kasson. Grandchildren: Maverick and Annalise Tibor; Mother Jane Stordahl. Siblings: Duane (Patty) Nerud, Jeff (Carmen) Nerud, Kevin (Buffy) Nerud, Bonnie (Mike) Knoll, Lori (Wes) Evans. Brother in-laws and sister in-laws, and nieces and nephews, and other family and friends. Dennis is preceded in death by his father Myles Nerud; and stepfather Malder Stordahl; and grandparents.