Frigaard, Thomas R. Age 84, of Brooklyn Park, MN concluded a full and productive life on November 11, 2017. Born March 18, 1933, to Angela (Merz) and Marlin, Tom was raised with his three siblings; James, Shonna and Nancy. Tom and his wife, Carol (d.2009) raised five children; Chris, Charlie (d.1997), Marty, Rosie and Sam. While he and Carol were busy building their family, Tom spent more than four decades working for Kraus-Anderson Construction Co. building many local landmarks. Tom (a.k.a Big Guy) valued his family, a hard days' work, a good day fishing, and many long-time and loyal friendships. There are many left to cherish his memory; old friends, and many beloved grand and great grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be on November 16, 2017, at 11:00 am, in the Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, 8151 42nd Ave. N., New Hope, MN. A reception following the service will be announced. Memorials preferred. cremationsocietyofmn.com 763-560-3100