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Feb 11, 2021 NEW ULM Ron Harper, age 76, of New Ulm, died on Friday, February 5, 2021 surrounded by his family. Due to current restrictions, a private family funeral will be held. To leave an online condolence for his family, please go to: mvfh.org Ron is survived by Sylvia, his loving wife of almost 52 years; daughter Jennifer (Paul) Kelm – grandchildren, Benjamin, Joshua, and Lydia Kelm; son Jason (Rachel) Harper grandchildren, Abigail, Caleb, Joseph, and David Harper; sister Judith Miller; nieces and a nephew; and many other relatives and friends. Ron was preceded in death by his parents. Ronald Hughes Harper was born on July 4, 1944 in Mankato, MN, to Claude and Elvira (Gross) Harper. He attended Immanuel Lutheran Grade School in Mankato and graduated from Mankato West High School. After graduating, he joined the Army and served his country for three years. On March 22, 1969, Ron was united in marriage to Sylvia Wolfe at First Ev. Lutheran Church i ....