Justin Klinghagen, age 49 of Litchfield, passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

Justin Lester Klinghagen was born on March 3, 1975 in St. Paul, Minnesota. His parents are Roger and Marie (Syrovatka). He was baptized on June 15, 1975 and was confirmed in his faith in 1989 at Vineyard UMC in Hutchinson, Minnesota . He grew up in Hutchinson where he graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1993. After high school, he attended Southwest Minnesota State University to study business and music. Justin met his future wife Leia during their college years and graduated with a BS in 1999.

Justin lived in Litchfield for 20 years and spent the past 3 years on Lake Richardson. He was united in marriage to Leia Ann Overman on April 23, 2005 in Ocho Rios—Jamacia. Their marriage was blessed with 2 sons, Jacob Roger and Casey John.

Justin was co-owner of Headwaters Media, including radio stations 94.1 The Loon, KSCR-FM, and KBMO AM/FM. He recently became a real estate agent with Premier Real Estate. Justin also served his community through many organizations including the Elks Lodge in Hutchinson, Eagles, Masons, Jaycees, Watercade Committee, Bear Lake Beavers 4-H Club, God Gave the Song, MN Realtor Association and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church.

He enjoyed playing guitar, attending festivals, listening to music, playing poker and going camping. Justin loved to spend time with family and friends. He was the master planner for any activity that brought friends and family together. Justin was a people person. He was a story-teller, kind-hearted, he had a zest for life, was witty and a giver. Deep conversations and insightful jokes showed up in his thoughtfulness.

Justin is survived by his wife, Leia Ann Klinghagen of Litchfield, sons Jacob and Casey Klinghagen of Litchfield, mother Marie Klinghagen of Hutchinson, in-laws Darryl and Carol Overman of Norwood-Young America, brother Jason (Danielle) Klinghagen of Stillwater, niece Sierra brother-in-law Mathew (Nicole) Overman, Niece Kiley, Niece Madyson and nephew Jordan, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his father, Roger Klinghagen, grandparents John and Irene Syrovatka and Lester and Bernice Klinghagen, Step-Grandfather Wilfred Wilts, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Justin loved his family and being a father to his two sons. They were the highlight of his life.