Roland Francis Pihlaja Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Roland Francis Pihlaja (Park Rapids, Minnesota), who passed away at the age of 86, on January 10, 2020. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Roland Francis Pihlaja to show support.
He was predeceased by: his grandson Shane Pihlaja; and his siblings, Harold, Thelma, Verna, Mildred, Shirley and Evelyn.
He is survived by: his wife Darlene Aho; his children, Jeff Pihlaja of Snellman, Bobby Pihlaja (Kay) of Nisswa, MN, David Pihlaja of Snellman, Barbara Calar (Stephan) of St. Petersburg, FL, Kevin Pihlaja (Tammy) of Snellman and Andy Pihlaja (Melanie) of Snellman; his sister Nora Saarinen (Delbert) of Detroit Lakes, MN; and his son-in-law Stephan Calar. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Red River Valley Hospice or the Oak Crossing Nursing Home.
