Bradley James Dahlgren

Bradley James Dahlgren, age 30, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 in New Zealand after a brief, yet heroic, fight against a Grade IV Glioblastoma. Born April 27, 1988 in Rochester, MN, he was the second of two children to Scott and Wanda Dahlgren. He graduated from Mayo High School in 2006 and received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities in 2013. Brad was a bright ray of light. His easy-going and optimistic spirit immediately drew you in. Engaging conversations with strangers would often result in meaningful friendships. You could always count on him for a great chat, big bear hug and warm smile. Wanderlust led him all over the world. As a PADI certified dive master, he frequently swam with his favorite animal, the sea turtle, and scuba dived in the most beautiful places on the planet - Tenerife, Raja Ampat, Vanuatu and more. Brad loved poker, yoga, playing Battlefield with his big brother and receiving endless snuggles from his niece and nephew. Bradley is survived by his mother, Wanda Dahlgren of Rochester; father, Scott Dahlgren (Diane) of Rochester; brother, Michael Dahlgren (Angela) of Farmington, MN; and grandmother, Murial Steberg of Zumbrota, MN. He is also survived by several aunts and uncles, numerous cousins, niece, Anna; and nephew, Jason. He was proceeded in death by three grandparents. The family would like to thank Brad's friends, Dean, Ann and Keio, for their support in caring for Brad until family arrived in New Zealand. They would also like to thank the staff at Auckland City Hospital for their hard work and special care. Finally, they are so touched by every heartfelt message sent by those around the globe who knew Brad. Thank you for loving him and sharing your stories. Memorials are preferred to the Shannon O'Hara Foundation: www.shannonoharafoundation.org/to-donate.html Visitation will be held 5:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, 2018 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester, MN 55901. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018 at Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 3rd Ave. SE, Rochester, MN 55904 with Rev. Anjanette Bandel officiating. Visitation will also be held from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service at the church. Online condolences are welcome at www.ranfranzandvinefh.com