Archie M. Asleson (Arch),  77, long time resident of Rochester, MN died peacefully at his home Wednesday, December 14, 2016 with his family by his side.

Archie was born June 28, 1939 in rural Eyota, MN to Anton & Gertrude {Phillips} Asleson. He married Marjorie Pieper on October 21, 1961. He worked in plumbing supply for 40 years at Woodruff/DSG and First supply in Rochester, MN before retiring.  While retired he loved driving combine for fun.

He loved spending time with: family, friends, and his grandchildren. He enjoyed: polka music, dancing, wood working, helping his friends and neighbors, watching western movies and wrestling.  He was a handy man who helped many with his vast skills.  He was active with the church by volunteering as an usher and church sponsored rodeo fundraisers. He had a wonderful laugh and enjoyed joking around making others laugh. His quote: " Gotta have a little fun!".

He is survived by his beloved wife Marjorie; his  four children: Robert {Ellen} Asleson, Ronald Asleson, Carmen Asleson, and Anthony Asleson; by his seven grandchildren: Valerie, Glenna, Scott, Andrew, Ethan, Claire, and Joseph; by his three siblings: Donna Hildestad, Gerald Asleson, and Patricia Quandt.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his two brothers Donald Asleson and Richard Asleson.

Memorial Service will be Monday, December 19, 2016 at 11am at Church of the Resurrection, Rochester, MN.  Visitation will be Sunday December 18 from 4-7pm at River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday.  Burial will be at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Rochester.

He will be greatly missed by family, friends, and all who have been privileged to know him.