Jeffrey "Jeff" Frank Lechnir, 65, Kasson

Jeffrey “Jeff” Frank Lechnir, 65, of Kasson, MN passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, from complications of pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome.

Jeff was born on September 29, 1959, in Austin, the son of Ernest Lechnir and Darlene Erickson. He was the third of four children in the family.

On March 19, 1994, Jeff married Camille Hovda in Kasson. Throughout his life, Jeff was known for his sense of humor, his playful pranks, and the deep friendships he forged with others. He was a skilled and dedicated professional, working for many years at Trachsel’s Dental Studio before starting his own business, On Time Dental.

Jeff had a wide range of interests that brought him joy and allowed him to connect with others. He was a master at brain games, loved solving puzzles, enjoyed shooting darts, playing billiards, and spending time fishing. He also had a passion for cooking, sharing his delicious creations with family and friends.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Camille Lechnir; his mother, Darlene Erickson; his four children, Michelle Wyttenbach, Aliesha (Chance) Bechly, Bradley Lechnir, and Jessica Lechnir; his nine cherished grandchildren; his sisters, Lana Weivoda and Kate (Sydney) Spurgeon; and his brother, Trace Lechnir.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Lechnir.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 20th at Bear Creek Lutheran Church, 74727 265th St, Grand Meadow, with Pastor Robert Tewes officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 19th at Czaplewski Family Funeral Homes, 801 7th St SE in Kasson, and one hour prior to his service at the church. Interment will be in Bear Creek Lutheran Church Cemetery in Grand Meadow.

To share a special memory or condolence please visit www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com, Czaplewski Family Funeral Homes, 801 7th St SE Kasson, MN 55944 (507)634-6510. Blessed be his memory.