Memory Gallery

”Running around Waukazoo woods raising hell with all the guys and chasing girls. I haven't seen Aaron in a while, but his memory of his fun loving sprit will always be memorable to me.”

Chad Kuipers

10/9/2024

”I was surprised to find out that Aaron was an NF fan. This quickly became “our” song.”

Kari Russell

10/8/2024

”I never had the honor to meet you Aaron in person, but anyone who could make Kari glow with joy has to be an amazing man, I look forward to meeting you in heaven!!!!”

Jan Christianson

10/8/2024

”He was a major part of our family for 13+ years. This has been way harder than I thought it would. Definitely have all of your family in our thoughts and prayers. He was more family to us than any of our flesh and blood. Called me brother every day for 13 years except the very first day was the only day he didn't. Messaged me the next and he was in our lives. He had the hardest time letting people in but glad he chose me and my family to let in. He watched my kids grow up from babies. It didn't matter what big thing was happening for us whether it was family dinner out, vacation, wrestling tournaments, or my surgeries I could count on him checking to see how things were going. Seriously, not a single person other than him did. I'm having difficulties hunting because everywhere I go is a reminder of what's gone. I do think he's messing with Levi and I at Hiawatha the last couple days. Weird things have been happening. We weren't blood but he was definitely my brother. RIP brother. Send us a couple big ones.”

Adam Rowell

10/6/2024

”I have some great memories with Aaron. We played baseball together in little league and in HS. He was a pitcher and I was his catcher. He was a very solid guy - soft spoken and humble, he would always listen to my suggestions for which pitch to throw! He was a pleasure to have as a teammate. He never took himself too seriously or thought he was better than anyone else. And his accuracy was unparalleled. He could paint the corners and place a pitch anywhere I asked him to. He had a gift.

I have truly enjoyed seeing Aaron's hunting posts through the years. He seemed to really develop a knack for finding and harvesting some big whitetail bucks. It was great to see his success in the woods!

Following this story has reminded me just how valuable our lives are. Cherish every moment. Forgive others early and often. Don't take for granted what we have been given. Laugh and smile often.

RIP my friend. I will see you again someday! Meanwhile keep throwing that inside high heat to brush back that heavy hitter!”

Jeremy Black

10/6/2024

”I best remember Aaron swimming in your pool and being fast as lightning. We may have invented dodge ball in the pool.”

Dustin Nulf

10/6/2024

”My heart hurts. I've known Aaron since I was 14 years old. We've been best friends the last 15 years or more. I have some great and not so great moments with Aaron. But good out weigh the bad. He's always been there for me no matter what. I don't know what life looks like without him, but he holds a special place in my heart forever. I pray for your family's heavy heart. God speed.”

Charity Ann

9/29/2024

”I have many memories of staying at your house and swimming, jumping on the trampoline with all of you. I can not even imagine what you're feeling right now... Sending love highs and prayers to Aaron [and] all of you.”

Niki Foster

9/29/2024