Leif Andrew SOLBERG

March 26, 1956 - April 14, 2011

Leif Andrew Solberg, a Gardnerville resident passed away at his home on April 14, 2011, he was 55 years old. Mr. Solberg was born on March 26, 1956, the son of Ole & Eleanor (White) Solberg. He graduated from school in Tucson, AZ before joining the U.S. Navy. He served 20 years and retired as a Chief Electronics Technician. He graduated from UNR and worked as a Registered Nurse for both Barton Tahoe Hospital and Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. He was a foster parent before becoming ill with Huntington's Disease. He fellowshipped at Calvary Chapel Carson Valley and was a member of the American Legion, Tucson Post 36, Veterans of Foreign Wars #8583 and the Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 137. He enjoyed spending time with family, friends, his dogs and taking road trips to nowhere in particular. A very special time for him was his rebirth and sharing the love of the Lord with others. His trip to Israel meant so much to him. Mr. Solberg is survived by his loving wife Janice Solberg of 25 years. children Diane (Patrick) Ellbogen of Casper, WY, Deborah (Riley) Robbins of Cody, WY, James(Tina) Pedersen of Dayton, NV and Leanne Solberg of Gardnerville, NV, five grand daughters, eight grandsons, brothers Ole (Juanita)Solberg of Casa Grande, AZ and Erik (Sheryl)Solberg of Flagstaff, AZ, sister JoAnn Solberg of Casa Grande, AZ, six nieces and five nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.