Harold Fairbanks

Harold R. Fairbanks, formerly of Greater Minneapolis and Kennesaw, GA - passed away peacefully on July 2, 2016 at age 89.

Harold served in the US Navy during WWII and was Past Commander at Palmer Lake VFW Post 3915.  He worked at Great Northern Railway and later in the concrete industry with J.L. Shiely  and Cemstone companies.   He enjoyed coaching ‘Little League’, traveling, and had a particular love of kids and dogs.

Preceded in death by his loving wife, Del; son, Michael and siblings, Frank, Lloyd and Flora.  Survived by his beloved children,  Jim (Peggy) Fairbanks, Tim (Haigo) Fairbanks and Michelle (John) Hilstrom; grandchildren, Katie (Blair) Roper, Kelly Fairbanks, Michael and Megan Hilstrom.

Private Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Saturday, July 9, 2016 09:00 AM

The Church of the Holy Name of Jesus 155 County Road 24 Medina, MN 55391

Saturday, July 9, 2016 10:00 AM

The Church of the Holy Name of Jesus 155 County Road 24 Medina, MN 55391

Private Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.