Grand Event ‘67 alum spotlight

from Lakeside Lutheran Link #21 (2022 Issue 1)

Reunion News

Event Update: Alum Spottings at Grand Event

GE spotlight: auction donor & guest Dan Moll (‘67)

This year, when the call went out for alum donations, Dan Moll answered that call with gusto! He used his hobby to create an fantastic one-of-a-kind work of art. He and his wife, Beth, live in Elk River, Minn., and attend Lord of Glory Lutheran where he served as an elder for many years. They have three grown children. Dan attended Bethany Lutheran College and then Mankato State, majoring in business admin. He worked as a manufacturing purchasing manager in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years, then purchased a Jellystone campground in central Indiana and managed that for 28 years.

So how did he get into woodworking? “When I sold the campground, I needed a hobby to keep my mind and body busy,” he said. “I always had an interest, so I took lessons and built a shop. I just enjoy making sawdust!” He also snowshoes, plays pickleball, and even bought a motor coach to travel around the country. “I have spent two winters in Florida and this summer will drive around Lake Superior.”

“My favorite memories of Lakeside are being on the football and basketball teams, bus rides to school activities, attending the band festivals and the May Banquet,” he says.

As for which teachers left their mark, he says, “Coach Stelter showed me the value of teamwork and how to apply myself to achieve my goals. Professor Huebner taught me the values of being a Christian.” For students and recent grads, he encourages them to “Keep building your faith. Surround yourself with fellow Christians and a church who will help you grow your faith. Never stop trusting that the Lord is with you.” Thanks for your time and that beautiful armoire, Dan!