Ahrens, Dale E. age 63, of Maple Grove, is now with his Lord and Savior, passed away May 23, 2013. Dale was a loving husband and father who was always smiling. Dale enjoyed volunteering at Grace Fellowship Church and he had a deep love for the Lord and other people. Survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Monti; sons, Austin, Preston and Collin; parents, Lydia and Elmer; sister, Karen (Russ) Schleicher; aunt, Clara; father-in-law, Edward; many other loving relatives and friends. A celebration of life will be held Wednesday 11:00 AM, with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM at Grace Fellowship Church, 8601 101st Ave N., Brooklyn Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials to family. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka 763-421-0220 thurston-lindberg.com