Rusty Sehm, age 25 of St. Francis died unexpectedly on April 10, 2015. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, April 16th, with a visiation 1 hour before the service at Strike Funeral Home – Isanti Chapel. There will also be a memorial visitation from 4 – 8 PM on Wednesday, April 15th, also at our Isanti location.
Russell “Rusty” Allen Clarence Sehm was born January 11, 1990 in Cambridge. He was the only child of Joann & Dave. Rusty grew up in St. Francis on the family farm. When he was young, he liked to fly kites with his grandpa. Rusty graduated from St Francis High School in 2008.
Rusty love being on the farm. He rode the horses, but his favorite thing to do was target practice and ride his motorcycle. Rusty also got to fly in a B-17. He like going up to the cabin with his friends. He loved to play video games and talk to his friends online. One thing Rusty loved was having a bonfire. His ’63 Bel Air was his pride and joy. He also made great tacos. He had many friends and relatives that will miss him greatly. Have a safe journey to heaven, Rusty! We will miss you.
Rusty is survived by mother, Joann (Les) Erickson-O’Donnell of St. Francis; father, David (Shelly) Sehm of Otsego; step-brothers, Shannon (Ashley) O’Donnell of Princeton, Nick Neiber and Dylan Garding of Kimball; step-sisters, Tammy (Jason) Wetzell of Zimmerman, Tiffany (Rod) Larson of Oak Grove, Tonia (Tim) Anderson of Elk River; nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and many friends.
liz says
I really have no words. My heart is hurting. I will miss him dearly. He was a good kid. :(
Aaron says
Still processing this news and trying to figure out something to say but I’m speechless. Rusty just promise to keep an eye out for the rest of us down here. Love you, rest in peace.
Richard Walinski says
I Love You Man,
I know this is not the end of us seeing each other, but i must return the gift god gave me.
its gonna be a while and i cherish all the memories that we share and i will cherish them forever SO
until i see you again to swap stories watch over me and your family
Love, Rich
aunty sandy says
Rusty, I love you honey,
I shall see you again someday,
Now you are free
Mom says
Rest in peace, son.. I will miss you.
Sharp Family says
Our hearts go out to you and your family Joanne. As a mother I can not even fathom the pain you have in your heart. We are thinking of you and missing seeing your smiling face. This too shall pass and make you stronger. There is a plan greater than ours and someday it will be clear why it had to be, even if right now it seems so senseless . All our love,
The Sharp Family
Les says
Rusty only 25 years. I really don’t believe you yourself wanted to go just yet. One weak moment in the span of your young life, one split second and now it’s to late. Young man you were a joy to so many and now we will forever have a huge hole longing for what could and should have been. Wusty as you loving mom sometimes called you leave so many that loved you wondering why. You are so missed and will always be!!!! With love Les. P.S. I don’t really like the way you make me cry over this. Be with God Rusty!
Jennifer and Rob Garding says
We are so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Brittney Hemsworth says
I’m still in disbelief that this happened.. Why?! So many people loved/love you. I’ll always remember the good memories. Like when you pretended to be part of our family at Doug’s wedding and got in the family picture. All the comments on my facebook status’, they always brightened my day. I will forever wish to hear your laugh again. Rest easy Rusty❤️
Jim and Kathy Ellefson says
Joanne, We are saddened for you and wish for you the strength to endure. Here is a big hug! Jim & Kathy Ellefson
Jihad Grenier says
Rusty you were like a brother to me, you will be deeply missed by your family and friends. too all our shenanigans and gaming sessions chilling with friends. may you find your peace and rest easy brother.
Emma & Brooklynn McBride says
Joann, we are so terribly sorry for your loss. Please know that we are sending our love and prayers to you and your family and hope you can find some peace in the wonderful memories you share with your son.
Josh says
Love you buddy, I never knew how much you meant to me until you were gone, wish you could have stayed longer, I’m glad you are free from your pain , I’ll see ya on the other side…
Say hi to grandma & grandpa Sehm for me…
Amy Wagner says
Rusty was a student in kindergarten class at SFE. I was so sorry to hear about his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
yoshiyah mckay says
I only found out about rusty yesterday. I still am processing all I heard. Ill miss him very much.