Mark Kasten State Farm

MEET JUSTIN BECKSTRAND

Justin Beckstrand grew up in Sioux Falls but spent many weekends and summers at his grandparents’ farm northeast of Marion. Justin is vice president of lending at Rivers Edge Bank in Marion.

FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MEMORY

One day when I was younger, a golden retriever showed up at the farm. She looked pretty tough and my grandmother gave her some food and water and she stuck around. She named her Penny “because she wasn’t worth a nickel,” according to Grandma. She was one of the best dogs I have ever had.

Mark Kasten, Agent 180 N Main Ave Parker, SD 57053 Bus: 605-297-4747 mark@markkasten.com 180 N Main Ave. Parker, SD 57053 Bus: 605-297-4747

368 N Main St. Freeman, SD 57029 Bus: 605-925-7353

mark@markkasten.com

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205 10th St, Rock Valley 712-476-5419

209 S Main St, Inwood 1001336.1 712-753-2200State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, Bloomington, IL Lindsey and Justin Beckstrand of Marion with their children, Kinley and Jeb.

LESSONS FOR LIFE

My grandfather, Luverne Langerock, had a profound effect on my life and career. He always taught me to work hard and appreciate what you have. We spent a lot of time together in the field and on the golf course.

FAMILY

My wife, Lindsey, and I have been married for 17 years. She is the director of surgery at Ophthalmology Limited in Sioux Falls and a small business owner. We have two outgoing kids, Kinley is 8 and in 3rd grade and Jeb is 6 and in kindergarten. Both attend school in Marion. My mother, Valarie, lives in town and is a huge help with the kiddos.

CAREER

In addition to my position at Rivers Edge Bank in Marion, I am also a certified crop insurance agent. I mainly work on the agricultural and commercial side of lending. I am very fortunate to be able to work in a great community bank in a great small town. It is a good feeling to know the majority of folks that walk thru the door.