Aalderks, Donald C. age 81, of Spooner, WI, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2015 at the Rice Lake Convalescent Center. He was born November 14, 1933 in Renville, MN, the son of Cornell and Louise (nee Kellum) Aalderks. He was united in marriage to Ramona Theodora Benson on July 3, 1953 in Montevideo, MN. Don traveled the country working for several contractors finishing his career as a lineman with Northern States Power Company. He was a proud member of IBEW for over fifty years. Don is survived by his beloved wife of more than 62 years, Ramona of Spooner; his sons, Mike Aalderks of St. Cloud, MN and Tim (Sandy) Aalderks of St. Paul, MN; and his grandchildren, Tehl and Savannah Aalderks both of St. Paul, MN. In addition to his parents, Don is preceded in death by his brother, Jerry Aalderks. Happy trails. A celebration of life will be held from 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 26, 2015 at Lipsie Pines Tavern, 1315 Co Rd A, near Spooner. Interment will be private. For information, please call the Dahl Funeral Home in Spooner at 715-635-2918. www.dahlfh.com