Donald J. Kasprick

Donald J. Kasprick, age 79 passed away peacefully, with his family by his side on April 9, 2025 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND. 
Donald was born on March 15, 1946 in Grafton to John and Helen (Altendorf) Kasprick.  He graduated from Grafton High School in 1964. He joined the United States Navy from 1964 – 1969.  After his discharge, he worked at Melvin’s Furniture, McDonald Carpet Installation, and Ray’s Carpet and Upholstery, before starting his own business Kasprick Upholstery for 45 years. 
He worked until the very end and took pride in his work.  He worked meticulously to get it “just right” and as close to perfect as he could or it didn’t leave the shop.
Donald was married to Susan Ebertowski on October 3, 1970 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Drayton. He was an avid lover of the outdoors and nature.  The rivers of North Dakota, the lakes of Minnesota and the beauty, strength, and wonderment of trees.  He made a point to plant trees, shrubs, and bushes at “The Cabin”, his escape from the world.  He enjoyed fishing, his cars, and reading. In his younger days, he enjoyed snowmobiling.  
Donald was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church of Grafton.  He was instrumental in the construction of the gathering space at the church.  Donald was a member of the American Legion Post 41 of Grafton. 
Donald is survived by his wife of 55 years, Susan; daughter Jacquelyn; son Jonathan; grandchildren: Louis John and Charles Donald Condon, Luke and Drew Monson, Samantha Condon, and Cassie Monson; special nephew Tim Anderson; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Jane Anderson. Donald was the last surviving member of his family.  He loved his family and they always came first.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, April 25, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.  at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.  Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service.  Visitation will be on Thursday, April 24, 2025 from 5-7:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. at Tollefson Funeral Home of Grafton. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a tree, bush, or shrub in his memory to be planted at “The Cabin” for his loved ones to honor him for years to come.

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