19-year-old U of M fraternity member dies; no foul play suspected

Authorities are investigating after a University of Minnesota fraternity member died Thursday.

Karson Kent Janssen, of Sherburn, Minnesota, was 19 when he died at the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity house in St. Paul, according to an obituary. The U of M’s Lambda Chapter said Janssen will be remembered as "a tremendous friend, son, brother, and AGR man."

A spokesperson for the St. Paul Police Department said a death investigation is underway, but there are no signs of foul play. Autopsy results are pending.

There is a celebration of life for Janssen on Wednesday in Trimont.

According to his obituary, he was a sophomore studying agricultural communications and marketing and minoring in sports management.

"Karson was the light in any room. Always there to offer a smirk, crack a joke or lend a helping hand," the obituary said. "He was a great son, a loving brother, and an incredible friend to all."

Memories of Janssen may be shared here.

The U of M Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life and AGR chapter and advisors have not yet returned correspondence from KSTP.