Adorphus Erdahl

Duffywas born July 27, 1925, at Albert Lea, MN, the son of Alfred and Clara (Holmseth)Erdahl. Hewas a graduate of Blue Earth High School, class of 1944. He attended the University of Minnesota Agricultural School and the Lutheran Bible Institute in Minneapolis. On June 25, 1954, he married Barbara Nelson at Bethany Lutheran Church. They just celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary. Duffy farmed all of his life until retiring in 1990. He remained active in the farm operation until his death. Duffywas an active member of the United in Faith Lutheran Parish, and was also involved in the Blue Earth River Conference and Synod. He was a member of Toastmasters and numerous agricultural advisory committees. Since 1967, he was involved with the University of Minnesota M.A.S.T. International program. Duffy hosted and trained many agricultural students from all over the world.He was one of the founding members of the United Hands Hospice of Faribault County.Duffys hobbies include aerobatic flying, photography and discussing philosophy and politics with anyone who would listen. He was an avid Minnesota Twins fan and also enjoyed boxing, football and basketball.Adorphus Duffy Erdahl is survived by his Wife, Barbara Erdahl of Blue Earth, his Son, James (Lisa) Erdahl of Blue Earth, his Daughter, Nancy (Dan) Varberg of St. Paul, his Grandchildren, Katie & Kyle Erdahl and Sara, Laura & Clare Varberg.He was preceded in death by his parents.