Obituary of James R. Aurandt

James Aurandt, age 90, passed away on January 11, 2024, at his home at Cedar Creek Senior Living in East Bethel. James was preceded in death by his loving wife Shirley of 59 years of marriage. Beloved father of Debbie (Mike) Von Spreecken, Cheryl Lundgren, Richard (Nubia) Aurandt, and Kristi (Steve) Paulsen. Grandpa of Angela, Kyle, Drew, Alec, Kaili, and Erin. Great-Grandpa of Gianna and Vincent. He was a Master Ford Technician for 48 years, a United States Naval Reserve Air Crewman Radio Operator for 20 years, and a Past Master of Montgomery Masonic Lodge #258. Memorial Service Tuesday, January 23, at 11 a.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, 1401 Arcade St. Saint Paul. Private interment. Memorials preferred to Masonic Children’s Hospital, Minneapolis.