Kierlin was notoriously frugal, but generous with the community, helping found and fund Winona’s Minnesota Marine Art Museum.

Kierlin died Monday in Winona, according to his obituary. A former Minnesota state senator, he was best known for founding ...

Bob Kierlin built Fastenal into a Fortune 500 company and helped build its home city of Winona, as well. Nationally, he had a reputation for thriftiness, often appearing on the Business Journal's list ...

Bob Kierlin was more than a successful businessman and dedicated public servant — he was a man who put people first. Whether in his hometown of Winona, or across the world in communities facing ...

Bob Kierlin built Fastenal into a billion-dollar industry leader. His true legacy isn’t just Fastenal’s growth — it’s the ...

His love for Winona was evident in his tireless efforts to give back. He believed in strengthening the community that shaped ...

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