LeRoy DeGagne

LeRoy O. DeGagne, 86, Grand Forks, ND, died peacefully at home with his family by his side on Sunday, December 13, 2020.

LeRoy was born June 3, 1934 in Grand Forks, the son of Prim and Bertha (Sannes) DeGagne. He was raised and educated in East Grand Forks, MN. As a young man, LeRoy began working for area farmers.

LeRoy married the love of his life, Lillian Davidson, on June 3, 1955 in East Grand Forks, MN. They made their home in Grand Forks where they raised their two daughters. LeRoy worked as a truck driver for Indian Head Gas Line, and later as a diesel mechanic for Hoffert Motors (now Valley Truck) where he was employed for many years until his retirement.  In retirement, LeRoy helped area farmers near Manvel, ND. He and Lillian spent 20 wonderful winter months together in Yuma, AZ.

LeRoy’s family was the joy of his life. He loved vacationing, camping, time at the lake, gardening, playing cards, car shows, fishing and deer hunting with the guys. LeRoy was a hard worker who could fix anything. He loved to work and help family and friends.

Survivors include his wife, Lillian, Grand Forks; daughters, Kathy (Ed) Richter, Grand Forks, and Denise (Robert) Krom, Manvel, ND; grandchildren, Jennifer (Brian) Syverson, Michael Richter and Kristine (Nick) Ohman; great gradchildren, Dylan and Brooklyn Syverson.

LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leonard and Sammy; and a sister, Marilyn.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM Friday, December 18, 2020 at Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks. Visitation will be for the hour before the service in the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park North Cemetery of Grand Forks.