Jeff Hetletvedt

Jeff Hetletvedt obituary

Jeff Hetletvedt

Jeff Hetletvedt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Macken Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Sep. 19, 2025.
Jeff Hetletvedt, of Rochester, MN, passed away April 21, 2025 at 70 years old. He was born in Rochester to Irvin and Beverly Hetletvedt (Watson) and graduated from Mayo High School.

Jeff worked at Wonder Bread, Best Western, and as a Maintenance Worker. He married Carmen Blowers, they later separated.

An avid outdoorsman, Jeff loved hunting, fishing, and spending time in nature. He enjoyed spending time with his dogs and Carmen in their backyard. He cherished time spent with family at the campground. Jeff appreciated having campfires with his neighbor Penny. He also enjoyed helping with projects for his father, lending a helping hand where needed.

Jeff is survived by his wife Carmen; niece, Ashley; brother-in-law Dan (Lauri); several cousins; and his aunt and uncle. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Mitzi and Lauri; and brother-in-law Brian.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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