Official Obituary of
Arne Lee Elstad
July 26, 1951 ~ June 9, 2026 (age 74) 74 Years Old
Arne Elstad Obituary
Arne Lee Elstad
July 26, 1951 – June 9, 2026
Affectionately known to many as "Bear" and to his family as "Papa," passed away on June 9, 2026, at the age of 74.
He was happiest with a guitar in his hands and singing his favorite tunes.
A Celebration of Life will be on July 18, 2026 at 2:00 pm at the Household of Faith 1090 Chicago Avenue South St Paul Park, MN 55071.
He will be laid to rest at Fort Snelling.
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Services
Celebration of Life Service
SaturdayJuly 18, 2026
2:00 PM
Household of Faith
1090 Chicago Ave S.
St. Paul Park, MN 55071
Private Interment
Fort Snelling National Cemetery
Ongoing
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In Loving Memory Of
Arne Elstad
July 26, 1951-June 9, 2026
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