Shirly E. Sletten, 78, of Owatonna, died Sunday, June 20, 2010 at the Owatonna Commons surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 19, 1931 in Austin, Minnesota the son of Arthur and Mabel (Trae) Sletten. Shirly graduated from Ellendale High School, and in August 1951, he enlisted in the Army. He served in the Korean War from 1951 to 1954. On February 6, 1955, he married Irene Flugum, and the couple moved to Owatonna. Shirly worked at Lerberg's Grocery Store in Ellendale and then later worked for Jostens in Owatonna. After retiring from Jostens he later worked for Jerome Foods for a short time. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, and a member of Moland Lutheran Church. He enjoyed working on cars and tractors. He is survived by his wife Irene Sletten of Owatonna, children, Sandy (and Ted) Rickerl of Owatonna, Steve (Sherry) Sletten of Owatonna, Art (Maureen) Sletten of Utica, Eric (Sara) Sletten of Owatonna, Oscar (Jackie) Sletten of Owatonna, and Brian (Sarah) Sletten of Owatonna. He is also survived by eighteen grandchildren and one brother Edward (Terrie) Sletten of Ellendale. His parents, brother Milton, infant son Scott, and a stillborn daughter preceded him in death. Visitation will be at Michaelson Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5-8 PM and at the church on Thursday one hour prior to the service. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 10:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church with The Reverend Nancy Edwardson officiating. Interment will be in the East Freeborn Cemetery near Albert Lea. The Steele County Military Funeral Unit will provide honors. Visitation: 06/23/2010 17:00 06/23/2010 20:00 Service: and one hour prior to the service at the church. 06/24/2010 10:00