Frank Sundahl, age 74, of Mahnomen, MN, died on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at his home.

Frank was born to Alex Sundahl and Geraldine LaRoque Sundahl on January 14, 1950. Frank grew up in South Minneapolis and later moved to Long Lost Lake and then to his last home in Mahnomen.

As a young man, Frank showed interest in anything mechanical like fixing his "Ol' Harley" or a car he could start with using a screwdriver. Frank's patience was not the best while wrenching and the best language wasn't always used while concentrating, but in the end, he had that wide smile of success for a grand fix. He passed on his mechanical abilities to his sister, Mari.

Frank loved his large family of 5 siblings: Shari, Ricky, John, Mari, and Kelly. He also had many aunts, uncles, and cousins whom he spoke of with pride. He genuinely embraced his Native Heritage. Frank cared deeply about his dogs and liked hunting and going to the casino. He was known as a repeat storyteller!
Frank enjoyed socializing with the south Minneapolis guys, old school friends, and his family. Most nights involved sitting around the table at his mom's house playing crazy 8's, poker and Uno. He mostly loved teasing his young sisters, Mari and Kelly.

Frank joined the US Marines in the early 70's. His tenure was short lived, and he was called home for a family crisis. Frank received an honorable discharge and received full medical services from the Veterans Administration in later years.
Some of Frank's ashes will be split between graves. Frank's wishes were to be close to his mother's grave in Naytahwaush, and at a later date the rest of his ashes will be interned at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in honor of his service.
Frank was an Elder in the Native Community will be greatly missed by his family.

Frank was preceded in death by his father, Alex; mother, Geraldine; sisters, Shari and Kelly, and nieces, Maggie Morrison, Debra Duckanaga.

Surviving Frank is his daughter, Calysta (Joe); grandson, Mason (Amanda); great-grandchildren: Colt, Annalee, Braelynn, Kolten and Scarlette; siblings: Ricky (Sue), John (Sandy), and Mari; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Frank is honored by your presence today. Rest in Peace Big Brother Gekawabamin Meenawa (I shall see you again). This prayer thanks the Creator for life and breath and asks for help to make memories of the deceased sweet, funny, and loving. It also asks that the community's grief be eased through the gathering.

A family led Memorial Service will be held at Gichitwaa Kateri Catholic Church in Minneapolis, MN, on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.