Krogstad, Merlin Ray of Elk River, MN, and formerly of Badger, passed away at Lake Ridge Care Center in Buffalo, MN on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at the age of 77. Merlin was born on April 13, 1937 in Hallock, MN to Odin and Agnes (Helgeson) Krogstad. Merlin moved to Elk River and worked for Barton Sand and Gravel in Maple Grove for several years. He was a member of the Teamsters Union. Private Funeral Services will be held at a later date.