Allen Gene Kewitsch

Allen Gene Kewitsch, 76 of Glen died Sunday, February 27, 2022 at his home.  He was born August 11, 1945 in Milaca to Charlie Albert and Mildred Leona (Larson) Kewitsch.  They lived in Milaca, Mora, and Cambridge before moving to Aitkin in 1958.  In school he wrestled and played football graduating in 1963. 

After graduation he worked for Smith's IGA learning how to cut meat.  In 1965 Allen met Judie Mickelson at the store and later at the roller rink in Malmo.  They were united in marriage May 28, 1969 at Glory Baptist Church and made their home in Glen. 

He worked as a meat cutter for 45 years, first for Smith’s IGA, then Ryan’s IGA, Aitkin Discount Foods, and Birch Street Meat and Grocery. 

He enjoyed camping, fishing, snowmobiling, auctions, and later he enjoyed golfing with his classmates. 

He was preceded in death by his baby son David in 1970, brother Morris in 2015, and his parents.

Allen is survived by his wife Judie of Aitkin and brother Darwin of Bemidji, and many other special relatives and friends.

A celebration of Al's life will be  1 to 4pm - Sunday, July 24, 2022 at  American Legion Lee Post #86 in Aitkin.  Arrangements are with Sorensen-Root-Thompson Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Aitkin.  Go to www.srtfuneral.com  to leave a message of condolence.

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