Rupert Aman

Rupert's Memorial Service will be livestreamed here: https://vimeo.com/event/3721658

His tribute video can be viewed here: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/MTNQ6RP95GR26XTS

Rupert James Aman, age 84, peacefully passed away on September 16, 2023, at his home in Moorhead, Minnesota.

Rupert was born on August 22, 1939, in Egeland, North Dakota, to John and Bertha (Zimmerman) Aman. Rupert was raised near Pillsbury, North Dakota, and Audubon, Minnesota. After completing high school, he moved to Fargo, North Dakota, where he met the love of his life and best friend, Shirley (McCullough) Aman, with whom he shared 60 beautiful years of marriage.

Rupert and Shirley's journey together took them to many places, including several years in Nebraska, before they returned to settle in Moorhead, Minnesota. During their loving marriage, their family grew to include a son, Terry, and a daughter, Patti.

Rupert had a long career as a truck driver, spending many years on the road. When he wasn't behind the wheel, he could often be found in his shop, where he had an incredible knack for making repairs, working on their home, or simply tinkering away. His family would often travel with him in the summers, seeing the country together. Those summer journeys held a special place in Rupert's heart, as they created lasting memories and strengthened the bonds within his family.

Rupert was a skilled craftsman who proudly built the home in which his children were raised. He had a remarkable ability to figure out solutions for every broken thing that came his way.

After retiring from driving truck in 1987, he embarked on a new venture. He purchased FM Engraving, which he owned and operated until he finally agreed to stop working. In his retirement, he enjoyed being at his wife's beck and call, spending quality time with family, and giving long-distance home remodeling advice to his daughter.

Rupert will be remembered not only for his dedication to his family but also for his unwavering work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit, and his ingenuity when it came to fixing things. As well as his advice, which he would give you whether you wanted to hear it or not.

He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Aman; son, Terry Aman; daughter, Patti Ellingson; extended family, Lance and Tracy Ziebarth; and a host of relatives and friends who will forever hold him in their hearts.

Rupert was preceded in death by his father, John Aman; his mother, Bertha Aman; a brother, Larry Aman; an infant brother, Vernon; and a sister, Lillian Curfman.

Memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at
11:00 AM at Hope Lutheran Church-North Campus. Visitation will be held one hour prior.

Rupert asks that you have a bowl of ice cream in his memory.

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.hansonrunsvold.com
Arrangements entrusted to Hanson-Runsvold Funeral Home - Fargo, ND