Besch, Michael R. age 48, of Apple Valley, passed away after a short illness in St. Mary’s Hospital, Rochester, MN. Preceded in death by father, Ralph A.; sister, Theresa Besch; father-in-law, Chuck Rabbitt and grandparents. Survived by loving wife of 25 years, DeeAnn; 3 children, Matthew, Stephanie and Alyssa; mother, Nancy; sister, Laura Bauer; mother-in-law, Bev Rabbitt; brother- in-law, David Rabbitt; sisters-in-law, Denise (Dave) Bonzer and Darci (Kurt) Steckelberg; uncle, Fred (Louise) Warnimont; great aunt, Catherine (Paul) Schoenau; 7 nieces and nephews and 6 cousins. Mike enjoyed the outdoors, car races, traveling, especially to Mexico, sports, and most of all his friends and family. We will always treasure our memories with him at Birch Lake. He was deeply loved and will be missed by all. Memorials directed to the family for Blastomycosis Research. Memorial service Friday, 1 PM in Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church. Inurnment, Ames, IA.