William "Bud" J.

Alich

William “Bud” Alich was born May 8, 1926 and passed away peacefully on November 10, 2026 at the age of 100 with family by his side.

Bud was born on the farm in rural Farmington, MN to Robert and Anna (Hein) Alich. He graduated from Farmington High School in 1944. He was drafted into the US Army on February 13, 1944, at Ft. Snelling, MN. He served as a TEC 5 on the island of Okinawa during WW II, and was discharged from service on December 7, 1946, at Ft. Sheridan, IL.

Following discharge from the Army, he worked as a boilermaker until July, 1948. He later worked at the Lakeville Creamery for 9 years, a Compressor Operator at St. Paul Ammonia until 1969, and finally served as the Lakeville Park Maintenance Supervisor until retirement in May, 1989.

On July 30, 1948, he married the love of his life, Helen Lorrraine Partlow in Lakeville. They shared 64 wonderful years together, raising 3 children and creating many memories during retirement at Wilderness Park in Crosslake, MN.

He had a passion for the great outdoors. On his hunting property he thoroughly enjoyed walks in the woods with Helen and their dog. Above all, the many successful deer hunts with his son, son-in-law, grandsons and granddaughter over the years. He left them with many lasting memories.

Bud loved sharing the dance floor with Helen at various ballrooms as they danced to their favorite song, “Walz Across Texas”. He spent many hours in his garage creating woodworking projects in his retirement years. In any spare time, he could be found in his boat fishing for “Walter”, with his faithful dog Annie Mae by his side. Bud was a member of All Saints Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and VFW Post 210.

Bud devoted his life to the Lord. It was evident in the many friendships he made and lives he touched over the years. He enjoyed watching his family grow up. We will miss him so very much and will cherish all the memories in our hearts. We love you.

Bud is survived by his children Carol Rath (Michael) of Mankato, Mary Hoopman (Gary) of Vermillion, and Alan Alich of Apple Valley, eight grandchildren including Michelle, Rebecca, Noelle, Jason, Amanda, Andrea, Andy and Simon, and numerous great-grandchildren. Bud was preceded in death by Helen, his parents Anna and Robert, brother Glenn, sisters Patricia, Lois, Delores, and Jane.

The family would like to express our sincere thanks to Dads caregivers at the Trinity Care Center in Farmington, and the Minnesota Hospice team for their wonderful care they showed to our father. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:30 AM Thursday, November 19, 2026 at All Saints Catholic Church, 19795 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville, MN. Visitation one hour prior to Mass. Interment, Farmington Lutheran Cemetery, 6265 245th St W., Farmington, MN at 1:30 PM.