Delbert Brunckhorst 03/27/2018

Delbert “Del” A. Brunckhorst, age 65 of Ellsworth, WI passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at his home after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born the son of George and Martha (nee Hadler) Brunckhorst on May 16, 1952 in Zumbrota, MN. He graduated from River Falls high school, class of 1970 and received his Associate Degree from La Crosse in Automotive Technology. After he completed his education, Del worked for various dealerships working his way up from counter person at Erickson Post to parts manager for Stillwater Ford. He married and divorced Gloria Nelson.
Most importantly, Del loved being a dad and spending time with his boys. He enjoyed building, working on, and collecting classic cars; participating in drag racing; attending various car shows; and going to swap meets. Del also enjoyed taking rides on his motorcycle and cruising in his convertible with his boys or Linda. He was a fearless, family-oriented, Christian man who was smart, kind, funny, and generous.
He is survived by his loving sons, Adam and Eric; brother, Donald (Ruth Ann); sisters, Darlene Bernard and Marlene Brunckhorst; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and Linda Foster. He is preceded in death by parents, George and Martha; brother, Gerald “Jerry”; and brother-in-law, Bob Bernard.
A memorial service was held Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 2 p.m. at Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services (805 E. Division Street, River Falls, WI 54022) with visitation starting at 12 noon. Private family interment at a later date. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services of River Falls.