MEMORIALS - WE REMEMBER
This page is dedicated to honoring the memories of our classmates who have passed away.
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Harold M Malmon
1948-01-18 2016-07-28Harold Marvin Malmon, age 68 of Coon Rapids. Preceded in death by parents, Irving and Sara. Survived by son, Michael (Jennifer), daughter, Jodi (Steve) Sporny; grandchildren, Chad and Kaeley Malmon; and other relatives.
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Leslee E Marcus
1949-06-21 2021-07-11LESLEE ELLEN MARCUS Born on January 21, 1949, died too soon on July 11, 2021, from cancer at the age of 72. She is survived by her loving sons Michael and Brandon, 6 grandkids, cousins, and many friends. Around 25 years ago, Leslee became a permanent resident of Bonita Springs Florida, but always came back to Minnesota in the summer to be with family and friends. Leslee had a successful career as a real estate agent in Bonita Springs. She also taught Yoga classes and Mah Jong classes. She was an avid tennis player and golfer. Her real passion was in the volunteer work she was engaged in reading for the blind, teaching computers to seniors, sending cards to seniors who were alone in the commu...
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John McCleese
1948-12-06 2003-06-04JOHN M MCCLEESE Died at the age of 54.
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Patty McDevitt
1949-01-13 2009-11-28PATRICIA MCDEVITT - Patty passed away at the age of 60.
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Charles J McKusick
1949-07-02 2014-01-01CHARLES JOHN MCKUSICK Died at the age of 64.
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Marsha L Mock
1948-06-30 2010-06-21
Marsha L Mock Died Monday at the age of 61.
Survived by her aunts, Mavis and Ida Wold; uncle, Sandy Larson; nephew, Jason Mock; and many cousins.
Richard M Navratil
2014-06-04Richard N Navratil Died suddenly on June 4, 2015, at the age of 66. He is survived by his wife, Joan; son, Jason (Sara) Gillet; daughter, Jen (Justin) Vojtech; grandchildren, Boone, Judah, Renley, Wyatt & Colton; siblings, Chuck Navratil, Neil Navratil, John Navratil, Mary Bergh, and Anita Ziebarth. Also many nieces and nephews. Memorials preferred to the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Gayle M Nelson
1949-08-28 2007-01-03GAYLE MARIE NELSON - Died at the age of 57.
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Susan May Crawford (Nelson )
1949-05-17 2009-06-03Susan May Nelson Crawford of Eden Prairie, died of cancer at the age of 60. Preceded in death by parents, Al and Bobbi Nelson. Survived by husband, Larry; children, Todd (Karen), Deanna (Mike) Weiss, and Kelly (Steve) Beaupre; grandchildren, John and Charlie Crawford, Emma and Jackson Beaupre; brother, Mike (Toni) Nelson; sister, Barb (Jerry) Swinjakow; also many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society.
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Donald Omestad
1949-11-18 1976-12-18
DONALD ALLAN OMESTAD
Two Minneapolis pedestrians' were killed in accidents early Saturday. Police said Donald A. Omestad, 27, of St. Louis Park, was killed when struck by a car at Lyndale Ave South and 24th Street in Mpls.
Phyllis Kimitch (Ono)
1949-06-07 2001-02-24PHYLLIS MIYEKO ONO KIMITCH Died of Cancer at the age of 51.
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Brenda Haugen (Parker)
2020-03-01Brenda Parker married classmate Jim Haugen in 1969 after graduating from St Louis Park in 1967.
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Dodds R Peterson
1948-10-02 2010-01-27
He was the DJ for the 40th Reunion
Dodds Raymond Peterson, age 61 of Lakeville, MN, formerly of St Louis Park, passed away January 27 with his loving family by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents Lucille and Harold Peterson, and brother-in-law Doug Nelson. He is survived by his wife and best friend of 37 years, Gail, daughter Kelly, son-in-law Paul Raimondo and grandchildren Max and Rachel; brother Donald (Annette), sisters Pat (Ron) Anderson, Nancy (Dave) Nord, Janet Nelson, nieces, nephews and many friends. Dodds was a graduate of St Louis Park class of 1967, after which he enlisted in the Navy and served honorably in the Vietnam War. He worked for School Distri...
Susan Lee Petrikat
1949-11-09 2017-11-08Susan Lee Petrikat was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 9, 1949. As an infant, she was adopted by Doris (Powers) and Albert Petrikat residing at St. Louis Park, Minnesota, where she also lived with her adopted brother, Peter. While growing up, the family had many pets, including rabbits, birds, cats, and dogs. After graduating from St. Louis Park High School in 1967, Susan spent a semester at the University of Wisconsin Stout to pursue her interests in criminal law. She returned to Minnesota to continue her studies at the University of Minnesota. During this time, Susan accepted a job as Administrative Assistant at U of M where she spent most of her career while also pursuing her...
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Bruce D Potratz
1949-02-16 2012-11-02Funeral services were held at 7:00p.m. on Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids, for Bruce A. Potratz, age 63, of Henning, who died Friday, November 2, 2012, at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND. Burial will be at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Bruce was born February 16, 1949 in St. Louis Park to Donald and Shirley (Damon) Potratz. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. Bruce worked for many years as a contractor. He enjoyed watching sports, especially the Vikings and Wild. Bruce also enjoyed fishing and spending time with family and friends. Being that Bruce was such a devoted sports fan, the family would like to encourage people to wear their favo...
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Peggy Jane Peterson (Ralls)
1949-07-22 2007-11-26Peggy Jane Ralls Peterson, of Maplewood, dies at the age of 57. Reunited early with her father, John Ralls. Survived by her greatest legacy - her children Amy and Ben; husband John; grandchildren Chris, Cassie, Zach, Gabe, and Claire; her mother Gerda; and siblings Barb, Dave, and John. Peggy will forever remain in our hearts. Peggy was as accomplished on the work scene as the domestic. In recent years she starred in management at Linder's and IRI (marketing research). As well as her cherished family, she enjoyed cooking, computers, music, gardening, reading, TV, and travel. In lieu of flowers, we request memorials be made to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), Peg's favorite charit...
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Janey Worth (Rattet)
2005-01-10Janey Lynn Rattet Worth, of Houston, Texas, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2005 with her family at her side. Janey grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota and moved to Houston in 1976 and she considered it her true home. She is preceded in death by her brother, Ross Rattet Janey is survived by Marvin Worth, her children Angela and Brian Brener and Liza and Aaron Levine; grandsons: Jeremy and Noah Brener; parents: Florence Spira and Julian Rattet; siblings: Scott Rattet and Dwight and Chandra Rattet, and Lonnie VanderVorste; nieces and nephews: Stacey Flint, Zachary and Nicholas Rattet. Janey was known by her vivacious nature, outstanding outlook on life and her giving character. Everyone who k...
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Deborah Rich
1949-08-06 2014-05-31Died peacefully after suffering a massive heart attack. She was two months shy of her 65th birthday. Her sister, Penny, wrote, "She was full of love and willingly shared it with family, friends, and the people she helped through a Fibromyalgia network online and support group".
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Linda Peltz (Richards)
2018-02-22Peltz, Linda M. (Richards) Age 68, of Golden Valley. Passed away after a courageous 33 month battle with cancer. Survived by David, her loving husband of 36 years; children Patrick (Kim) Richards, and Thomas Richards; grandchildren Kara (Rick) Henze, Adam (Kelley) Olsen, Staci (Nick) Plumski, Michael Richards, Kristina Richards; great-grandchildren Kodi, Tyler, Rachel; siblings Debbie (Joel) Pasek, Cindy Swedlund, Brian (Leslie) Rodeck, Terry (Jim) Jay, Bruce (Sybil) Rodeck; nieces, nephews and many friends. Preceded in death by parents Claire Richards, Shirley Richards Rodeck & Robert Rodeck; sister & brother-in-law Kathy & Don Dickey and brother-in-law Rick Swedlund. Linda was born and rai...
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Karen S Robitz
1949-11-26 2019-11-13Karen Robitz, of St Louis Park, died at the age of 69. Loving daughter, sister, aunt, and friend; Karen will be remembered as a kind and good person. Preceded in death by parents Gerald & Clara Robitz and Maltese, Zorbie. Survived by sisters Ronnie Goldman and Nancy Preuss (Brian); nephews and nieces Josh Goldman (Kristin), Matt Goldman, Victoria Preuss, and Elizabeth Preuss; great-nephew Jacob Goldman; and cherished pet, Franklin. Special acknowledgment and thanks to the many close family, friends and neighbors who have cared for and assisted Karen.
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Lori Rosen
1949-06-26 2005-02-07Lori Rae Rosen, of Minnetonka died at the age of 55. She was an Attorney Senior Analyst Editor for Commerce Clearing House. She is preceded in death by her father, Howard S. Rosen. Survived by parents, Noyme & Arno Blum; brothers & sisters-in-law, Evan & Amy, Nathan & Angela, Michael & Teri; nieces, nephews and many friends.
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Garry Royce
1949-02-17 2015-03-12Garry Stephen Royce, 66, died March 12 in New Jersey. He was preceded in death by his mother, Besse Sebulsky Royce. Survived by his beloved wife, Mai Phuong and sons Steven and Michael Royce; father, Elliott Royce; brother, Jeff Royce; sisters, Judy Petel, Sandie Kaster and Cindy Royce; sister-in-law, Nancy Tellett-Royce; brothers-in-law, Yitzhak Petel, Mark Kaster, Michael Bender and Ben Pham; nieces, nephews, and grand nephews. A Minneapolis native, Garry was a gentle man who lived his life helping others and challenging himself. After the Vietnam War, he sponsored a Vietnamese refugee couple and resettled them in Minneapolis. A CPA, he moved to Tokyo for 17 years where he built an accounti...
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James Rude
2019-04-11Capt. James "Jim" William Rude, Esq. passed away April 11, 2019. Died after living with Alzheimer's disease for about 8 years.He is survived by his loving wife, Lynn Rude; daughter, Lisa Marie Rude, Ph.D.; son, Thomas James Rude (Molly Zimmer); sister, Janis (Roger) Fischbach; nephews, Chris (Katie), Jason (Melissa), & Michael (Alida) and mother-in-law, Jean Hayes. Jim's passions included playing golf, the Navy, scuba diving, travel, cross-country skiing, and his family. Jim was an enthusiastic, outgoing man who loved a party. He will be deeply missed by in-laws, relatives, and dear friends.
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Andy Rush
1949-08-19 2021-11-01Andrew Douglas Rush, died at the age of 72. He studied at the University of Minnesota and Denver University. A businessman and entrepreneur, Andy founded two Minnesota State Fair institutions: Heritage Square's Ice Cream Parlor (now the West End Creamery) and Flora's Mercantile Company. For most of his adult life he owned and ran Rush's Bridal Shop on Nicollet Mall. He loved to spend time outdoors and with his loved ones, appreciating good food and attending live music at the Dakota, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, and wherever and whenever he could, really. An avid golfer, he hit two career "hole in one's."
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Paulette R Rutlen
2016-03-20
She died of liver cancer at the age of 66. In 2007 the American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) granted her lifetime CPE status. Additionally, Paulette holds the distinction of being the first woman president of ASPE (2008-2009). Her brother, Craig Rutlen, wrote, “Paulette was a great big sister to me and a wonderful "Auntie" to my son and stepson”.
Susan J Sloan (Sage)
1949-07-01 2011-03-22Sue died from liver problems. "I have fond memories of laughing all the time when we spent time together in our youth; she was very funny."
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Steve L Schectman
1949-01-19 2011-02-09Died at the age of 60. Steven Schectman, of St. Louis Park. Preceded in death by parents, Sam and Evelyn Schectman. Survived by his brother, David (Susan) Schectman; niece, Betsy Yarosh; nephew, Andy Schectman.
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Maureen E Nygard (Schiff)
1949-06-28 2013-03-21Maureen Ellen (Schiff) Nygard, Born June 28, 1949, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at the age of 63, died from complications of myotonic muscular dystrophy and diabetes.
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Jay Segal
1949-06-01 2012-02-07ay A. Segal, 62, of San Francisco, passed away on Feb. 7, 2012. Preceded in death by his parents Harriet (Tommie) & Sheridan Segal of St. Louis Park. Survived by sisters, Sharon Abelson & Rivian Bass.
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Sharon Smith (Seubert)
1949-06-15 2025-02-24Sharon (Seubert) Smith, age 75, of Minnetonka, passed away on February 24, 2025. Born June 15, 1949, to Earl and Elaine Seubert. She is a 1967 graduate of St. Louis Park High School where she was a member of the Parkettes, the dance team who were cheerleaders for the Minnesota Vikings at that time. She later attended St. Cloud State and the University of Minnesota. Worked for many years at Norwesco, New York Mint, and Asset Marketing in Accounting. Sharon was a true gift to her family and friends, especially to her daughter and granddaughter whom she dearly loved. Favorites of hers included a good steak, a bourbon with a splash of water, reality TV, and a good gossip magazine with a crosswor...
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Timothy R Shane
1949-08-29 2005-01-21Died January 21, 2005 at the age of 55.
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Alan M Shapiro
1949-08-01 2016-09-11
Died at the age 67. Struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease for the past 17 years.
Alan was a 1967 St. Louis Park State Champion in the mile relay. He then went on to letter four times on the University of Minnesota Track & Field team from 1967-71 and was a member of the the Big Ten Championship team in ‘68. While attending law school at WIlliam Mitchell College of Law, Alan co-founded Shapco Printing, Inc. with his two brothers in 1976. Shapco Printing became one of the top commercial printers in the nation and still exists today. Alan also worked as a Prosecutor for the St. Paul City Attorney’s office. In 1987, Alan was elected President of the Minnesota “M” Club (Letterman’s Club). In...
Bruce Skoller
1949-05-17 2003-11-18Bruce - of St. Louis Park, died at the age 54. Preceded in death by parents, Ben & Sylvia. Survived by sisters & brothers-in-law, Debe & David Marofsky, Jackye & Gary Rubin; nieces, Laura & Stacee Marofsky, Stephanie (Robert) Weishaar & Beth Rubin; great niece & great nephew, Katie & Ben Weishaar; aunts, uncle & cousins. Special thanks to all who provided the love & support while caring for Bruce. Bruce will be remembered with love by all who knew him. Memorials preferred to hospice unit at Unity Hospital, 550 Osborne Rd., Fridley, MN 55432, or Davita University-Riverside Dialysis Center, 606-24th Ave S., Suite 701, Mpls, MN 55454.
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Michael Stern
1949-05-07 2002-12-27He died at the age of 53 after a year-long battle with leukemia.
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Allan M Strand
1949-06-05 2013-05-08ALLAN MILTON STRAND died at the age of 63. He resided in Laguna Niguel, CA for the past 19 years. He was preceded in death by father, Stanford and sister, Jacqueline and survived by his partner of 33 years, Christine Miller; mother, Marlys and brothers, Vernon and Everett. Allan was a gifted athlete at St. Louis Park, MN high school, a concert pianist trained at the U of M by Bernard Wieser, a local & national performer of pop & folk music and the inventor of the Dandy Putter, an innovative putter with 16 PGA tour wins including the 2000 Masters as well as other products yet to be commercialized. Above all, Allan was a sensitive person who treasured his friendships and was loved by many. He...
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Ronald Strickland
1949-04-15 1993-09-06
Died at the age of 44.
Survived by wife, Elizabeth; daughters, Crystal, Raquel, Rebecca, Gabrieta and son Bryan.
Richard C Swedlund
1948-09-17 2015-10-01RICHARD C. 'SWEDE' SWEDLUND died at the age of 66 of cancer. Charter member MN EMS Honor Guard. Lost his battle to cancer Oct. 1, 2015. Loved by many. Rick was one of the first responders at the 35W bridge collape.
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Donald R Tyson
1949-09-29 2013-06-03Died at the age of 63. Donald R. Tyson of Maple Grove. Preceded in death by wife Janet, parents Art and Jean Tyson, mother-in-law Luverne Bissonnette, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Duane and Ramona Bissonnette. Survived by son Rob (Jen), daughter Amy (fiancé Brett); father-in-law Don Bissonnette and the Bissonnette family.
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James Vanderhyde
1948-10-24 2004-02-25James H Vanderhyde, died at the age of 55. Preceded in death by mother, LaVerne. Survived by sons, Michael and Derek (Gabriel); 1 granddaughter; father, Harold; step-mother, Mary; sister and brother-in-law, Jean & Larry Sewall; nieces, nephew, aunts and cousins. Jim retired by disability from the Mpls. Post Office in 1992.
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Barbara Pearson (Vogel)
1949-09-11 2008-07-26Died at the age of 58. She was a Para-Professional, teaching in Georgia. She had two children, a son, Jackson and daughter Stacy.
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Gordon Walenski
1949-02-02 1968-04-10LCPL Gordon David Walensky. Killed in Action on April 10, 1968. Walensky graduated from Park High in 1967 and joined the Marine Corps in June 1967. He served as a member of a radio relay and construction company, located near the Marine base at Danang. He was in a truck enroute to his battalion headquarters when he was fatally wounded by enemy rifle fire near Quang Nam. He was the son of Mr. Mrs. Norman Walensky, 2836 France Ave., St. Louis Park. A Sun article entitled “‘Great Hopes’ Die With Local Youth in Vietnam” reported, “The only Jewish Marine in his battalion, Cpl. Walensky never complained about a thing, and aunt said this week, except that there was no hot food to eat. He lived on...
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Marcia Turgeon (Watermolen)
2011-10-17Marcia, died at the age of44. Formerly of Mpls, MN. Graduated of St Louis Park High School. Attended Univ of MN graduated from Rudolf Steiner College, Sacramento, CA,; taught at the Waldorf School of Keene, NH. Survived by her devoted husband, Gregory Turgeon; and wonderful children: son, Jesse; daughter, Phoebe; sister, Stephanie Bovaird; brother, Jeffrey Watermolen; sister, Debra Ronning.
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Mary Fuhr (Weitz )
1949-06-09 1999-06-28
Died at the age of 50. From rural Wabasso died at Redwood Falls Hospital from injures sustained in an automobile accident.
She is survived by her husband, David of rural Wabasso; daughter, Amy Hamberger and husband Steven of Minnetonka; sons; Daniel and Jay of Wabasso, grandson, Nathaniel Thompson of Garrison, S.D.; parents, Herb and Ollie Weitz of St. Louis Park; brothers, Gary Weitz and wife Beth of Minneapolis; and Rocky Weitz and wife Terri of Chaska; and father-in-law, Myron Fuhr of Redwood Falls.
She was born to Herbert and Olivie (Eide) Weitz was born on June 9, 1949 in Oshkosh, Wis.. She moved with her family to St. Louis Park where she graduated from...
Mark Wheeler
1949-10-29 2010-06-23Mark Philip Wheeler, 60, of North Mankato, MN passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 23, 2010. Dr. Wheeler was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) in May. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 28, 2010 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, North Mankato with Rev. Peter Nosbush offciating. Visitation will be held from 1 – 4 p.m., Sunday, June 27 at Mankato Mortuary. Memorials may be directed to the ALS Association — Minnesota Chapter or a Hospice of your choice. Mark was born on October 29, 1949 to Gordon and Dorothy (Jefson) Wheeler in Minneapolis, MN. He graduated from St. Louis Park High School and received his undergraduate degree in philosophy f...
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