Jerold Karsten, age 86, of Naytahwaush, MN, died Sunday, October 18, 2020, at the Mahnomen Health Center Hospital in Mahnomen, MN.

Jerold William Karsten was born July 24, 1934 in Ada, MN, the son of Jerome and Mable Karsten.  He grew up and attended school in Ada.  Jerry married Marie Blattenbauer and the couple was blessed with two children.  The couple later divorced, but actively shared in their children's lives.  Jerold was employed at the Vikings Gas Plant, in Ada, for many years.   In 1987, he married Beverly Person and they spent many wonderful years at the lake.

Retiring on the lake served him well Jerry loved to fish.  In addition to fishing, he spent a great deal of time at Pinehurst Resort.  He was a daily part of the men's coffee club and always enjoyed a "Dick LaVoy Windsor".  Jerry liked to keep busy and could often be found tinkering about and fixing things.  Although Jerry's health declined with the progression of Alzheimer's, he proudly continued living in his home with the loving care of his wife and family.

Jerold is survived by his wife, Beverly, of Naytahwaush; daughter, Pauline Karsten of Gillette, WY; son, Samuel Karsten of Champlin, MN; step-daughter, Tracie Kvale of Moorhead, MN; step-sons: Paul (Debbie) Kvale of Grand Forks, ND, and Brett Kvale of St. Croix Falls, WI; brother, Marvin Karsten of Perham, MN; grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister.

A Memorial Service was held on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at the Anderson Family Funeral Home in Mahnomen, MN, with inurnment at the Ada City Cemetery.

Following all Covid-19 safety protocols, social distancing will be practiced, and all must wear a mask to participate.