John David “JD” Rahkola
John David Rahkola was born in Virginia, Minnesota on March 9th 1979. He peacefully passed away in his sleep on February 4th, 2013. JD was raised in Embarrass, MN for the first 8 years of his life, then lived for 10 years in Elk River, MN and then moved to Cokato, MN where he graduated from Dassel – Cokato High School and lived for the next 17 years. He graduated from Saint Cloud Tech with a Civil Engineering Technician Degree. He also graduated from Crown College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Christian Ministry. JD worked for MNDOT in the Twin Cities as a surveyor.
JD now resides in Heaven with his sister Katie, brother Thomas, Grandmother Ruth Rahkola, Uncle Bruce, Aunt Dagny and other family members who have gone on before.
He is survived by his parents John and JulieAnn (Johnson) Rahkola. Siblings: Karen (Roy) Bekkala & children Amber, Nicole, Ethan & Olivia, Tami Rahkola & son Weston, Mark (Katie) Rahkola, Angie Rahkola, Steven (Amanda) Rahkola, Michael Rahkola (Sammy Smith), & Donna Rahkola. Along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends whom were all blessed by his presence in their lives.
JD dedicated his life to Christ and helping others in need. JD loved snowmobiling, riding motorcycles, hunting, fishing, camping, photography, art, teaching and spending quality time with family and friends.
JD touched the lives of many people with his willingness to give selflessly with all of his heart and sharing his faith with all he came in contact with whether by words or deeds. JD will forever be remembered by his family & friends.
Friends and family are invited to attend a Celebration of his life on Saturday, February 9th, 2013 at 2 PM with visitation1 hour prior at the First Baptist Church, located at 395 Broadway Ave N, Cokato, Minnesota 55321.