Dolney, Gwenn 53, of Prior Lake, Gwenn took her journey to Heaven after a 2 ½ year battle with breast cancer. Survived by her loving husband of 33 ½ years, Mike, who was the best caregiver, her children Andrea (Steve), Adam (Melody), and Anna (Matt); granddaughters Hayden and soon-to-be-born Devyn; parents Charles and Jane Beahan; sisters Wendy (Charlie) Schweich and Lisa Beahan; brothers Kenny and Steven; many relatives and friends. Visitation and service at Harbor Church in Prior Lake. Visitation Friday, May 8, 4-8 PM and one hour prior to service. Service is Saturday, May 9 at 4 PM. Celebration of Life immediately following at Prior Lake VFW. In honor of Gwenn's battle, please wear pink.  

The funeral service for Bruce J. Broden, of Hayward, formerly of Albert Lea, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Bonnerup Funeral Service. The Rev. Joel Vano will officiate. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the funeral home.

Bruce died unexpectedly at his home, in the morning on Sunday, July 24, 2011. He was 56.

He was born on March 10, 1955, in Minneapolis, the son of James and Ruth (Chilquist) Broden. He graduated from Burnsville High School and then attended Thermo King Refrigeration School in Bloomington. In 1974, Bruce married his high school sweetheart, Bonnie Snell, in Burnsville. They lived in Savage, then moved to Amarillo, Texas, where he worked for Thermo King. He transferred to Thermo King in Albert Lea, where he and Bonnie made their home and raised their family, until moving to Hayward 11 years ago. After a time at Thermo King, Bruce opened his own business Midwest Refrigeration, followed by 25 years at Interstate Power/Alliant Energy. He was most recently employed at ITC in Albert Lea as a general foreman.

Carroll, Richard Lee age 54, of Lakeville. Passed away December 26, 2009. Survived by loving wife, Maureen; children, Marissa (J.J.) Slag, Reggie, Molly, Riley, Michael & Rose; niece Mariah (Marcus) Owens; father, Richard Williamson; sisters, Andrea, Susan (Bob) Haney, Laura (Denny) Schmidt, Donna (Lee) Henke; brother, David (Becky) Carroll; 8 grandchildren; family & friends. Preceded in death by parents, Ethel & John Carroll & brother, Philip.  

Coburn, James W. age 59, of Burnsville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Dec. 20, 2014. Preceded in death by parents, James & Darlene and sister, Shirley George. Survived by loving wife of 31 years, Luan; daughter, Reneé (David) Hillesheim; son, Frank (Lindsey); stepdaughter, Cindy (Zach) Hayes; 6 grandchildren, Savannah, Vincent, Lauren, Logan, Evelyn and Elin; 2 brothers & 3 sisters, other family, and many friends. Jim proudly served with the US Navy. Despite his illness, Jim lived life to the fullest with a generous and loving heart and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Wounded Warrior Project.  

Diger, Ronald James A wonderful father, friend and husband. Raised in Burnsville and currently, Lakeville. Ron lost his battle to cancer on 10-26-2016, 61 years after his birth, 6-27-55. His parents, John and Evelyn Diger, Cliff and Shirley Meacham and Jennifer Meacham preceded him in death. Ron is survived by his wife of Cindy Meacham Diger; sons, Thomas, Peter and Benjamin; his sister Janet (Dennis) Simmons; many sisters and brothers thru marriage, and many, many nieces, nephews and great nephews. A life filled with so much joy and glory, his love for the outdoors, camping, scouts, his Harley motorcycle, golf, and MOST importantly his family and friends. A marriage of 36 years filled his spirit with joy, the blessing of 3 wonderful sons carried him thru each and every day. He will miss the amazing friendship of Paul Kramer, and childhood friendship of Keith Grubele. He cherished all that life had given him, and recognized the GLORY of each and every day. We will love you forever. We would ask family and friends to offer a picture, of you and Ron that has created a memory you will be able to write that memory on a card for us to read, we will love the stories in the many days to come. 

Suzanne "Sue" Kortum (Dreier) was born on March 26, 1955 in Minneapolis, MN. She passed away on December 19, 2022 in Edina, MN.

 Sue was preceded in death by her father, Fred. She leaves behind her loving husband of 47 years, Mike; mother, Arlene; children, Kellie (Jeremy) Shumway, Michael, Katie (Scott) Rydberg; grandchildren, Dylan, Briley, Collin, Delaney, and baby to be named in January; along with her brothers, sisters, and many nieces and nephews.

 Sue was the proud owner of Royal Shade and Awning. She began working there prior to graduating high school and greatly enjoyed everything she did there. She also loved being outdoors, spending time at the cabin, going to craft sales, and being with her family whenever possible. She was a loving mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, and sister. She will be greatly missed.

 The funeral will be on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM, at Bloomington Lutheran Church, 9350 Portland Avenue South, Bloomington, MN. Visitation will be one hour prior to service.

Fendler, Douglas L. 56 passed away Nov. 24, 2011. Preceded in death by his parents Bob and Bev Fendler. Survived by wife Debbie, daughter Becky (Brent) Anderson, brothers Steve, Rob (Lori), Tom (Laurie), and grandchildren Matt, Meg, and Molly. Served in the Army 82nd Airborne.  

Preceded in death by beloved parents, Robert and Helena Germain, and brother, Richard Germain. Survived by loving and cherished sisters, Yvonne (Walter) Thomack and Michelle Germain; nephew, Nathan (Lindsay) Thomack and their sons, Peter and Cary; niece, Sarah Thomack; cousins; and a multitude of life-long, faithful friends. Service Thursday December 1, 2022 at 11am, with visitation 1 hour prior at Living Word Lutheran Church, 4300 Nicols Rd, Eagan. Interment Pleasant View Memorial Gardens, Burnsville. Memorials preferred.

Giles, Dwayne E. "Dugan" age 54, of Genoa City, WI, formerly of Burnsville, passed away Sept. 28, 2009. Survived by children, Jacob (Kimberly), Jeremy, Justin & their mother, Pat Blomquist, Samuel & his mother Nancy Giles; stepchildren, Clifton (Lindsay), Miranda and Brianna Beth; grandchildren, Kody and Garett Giles, Ryder, Adisyn, Arrianna Beth; mother, Loretta Giles; siblings, Dave (Shari), Mary (Jeff) Hoglin, Lori (Rick) Hynes, Kevin (LuAnn), Denise Williamson, Dan (Kristin), Chris (Katie), Colleen (Kevin) Casey and many nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by father, Edward and brother-in-law, Dave Williamson. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, Oct. 5, 11 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Savage. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery.  

Pamela E. age 55, of Burnsville, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2010. Preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Virginia Graf; and mother-in-law, Mary Jane Rowe. Survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Larry; son, Andrew; daughter, Christina; siblings, Robert (Kay) Graf, Judy (Chuck) Frauendienst, Steve Graf and Mark (Pam) Graf; brother-in-law, Gary (Wendy) Rowe; father-in-law, Lawrence Rowe; stepmother, Lorraine Graf; aunt, uncle, nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. “Mama Bear” – Our mom never let her cancer get in the way of her life. Even when she didn’t feel the best, she never gave up fighting and always put her kids first and made sure they were taken care of and were happy. Our mom will always love us forever and we will never stop loving her. Funeral service Tuesday, Aug. 3 at 11:00 AM, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 13801 Fairview Dr., Burnsville with her visitation Monday 5-8 PM in Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 147th & Garrett Ave., Apple Valley and one hour prior to the service at the church. 

Kai C. Hjermstad, age 62 of Elko-New Market, passed away December 28, 2017. Kai Hjermstad was a man of high integrity and his love for his family and friends was endless. His wife, Karen, was the light of his life and his children and grandchildren were the apple of his eye.

Kai inspired, mentored, encouraged and guided many students to the world of paramedicine and his devotion and passion was evident. He was highly respected and known among his colleagues.

He had many honors, one of the most recent was the star of life award in 2017. He had such an incredible personality and sense of humor and is remembered by many as the gentle giant. Kai will be forever missed, never forgotten and his legacy will live on as we celebrate his life now with Jesus.

Survived by his wife, Karen; children: Tessa (Chris) Beattie, Kai C. Hjermstad Jr. (Stefanie Guindon-Hjermstad), Brandon (Melanie) Smieja, Shaun Smieja, Angela (Brian) Amundson; grandchildren: Rhys, Sidney, Charlie, Cameron, Weston, Kayleigh, and Paisley; sister, Kimberly Scheller; also by other loving relatives and many friends. 

Eugene Paul Kosciolek Jr., age 57, of rural Buffalo passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2012.

He was born in Minneapolis on January 23, 1955 the son of Eugene P. & Dolores A. Swetala Kosciolek Sr.  After Eugene graduated from High School he honorably served his Country in The United States Army.

On October 10, 1987, Eugene P. Kosciolek Jr. & Debra E. Dappen were joined in holy marriage in St. Louis Park. God blessed their marriage with three children.

He was employed for more than twenty years as a mechanic at The Waite Park U.S. Postal Distribution Center.

Gene enjoyed lawn work, his yard was his pride and joy! He also was fond of playing the guitar and collecting things.

Survived by his loving wife: Debra E. Kosciolek; children: Melanie Kosciolek and fiancé Mike Rien, Eugene Kosciolek III and Tyler Kosciolek; his father: Eugene Kosciolek Sr. of Dassel; a sister: Diane (Mike) Krekelberg of Cokato; brothers: Ray (Debi) Kosciolek of Long Lake and Ken (Jodie) Kosciolek of Burnsville; his mother-in-law: Bev (Art) Jacobson of Milbank, South Dakota; a brother-in-law: Dan Nordstrom of Lakeville; other relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by his mother and by a sister: Elaine Nordstrom.

Interment with military rites Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Lawler, Mark J. Age 57, formerly of Burnsville, MN, passed away on October 16th, 2012. Preceded in death by his mother, Sara Lawler. Survived by daughters, Lindsey and Tracy, and son, Andy; father, James Lawler; brother, Dave Lawler (Lori); sisters, Charlene Lawler and Susan (Jeff) Baker; niece, Jennifer Baker and nephew, Donny Baker. Mark was a longtime employee for the City of Burnsville as a Building Inspector. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, skiing and had a great sense of humor that will be missed. 

Lovley, Susan Beth age 66, of Minnetonka, MN passed away Jan. 27, 2022. Susan was born Nov. 13, 1955 in Presque Isle, ME to Vaughn and Sarah Lovley. A summer memorial is to be announced. 

Lundeen Jon E., age 50, of Burnsville, on Sept. 12, 2005 after a lengthy illness. Preceded in death by parents, Matoaxca & Harry Lundeen. He is survived by his children, Matoaxca Wright, Lisa and Brian Lundeen; siblings, Scott Lundeen, Lonnie (Joe) Bartee, Mark (Jimese) Lundeen; many nieces & nephews. 

Pope-Allosso Allison, age 48, of Mpls., passed away peacefully Sept. 6, 2003. Survived by parents, Bob & Dot Pope; husband, Dan Allosso; daughters, Lucy and Sofie; brother, Jon (Lynnette); and sisters, Roberta and Nancy. Allison enriched many lives and made a great impression on all who knew her. A beloved wife and mother, a faithful friend, an untiring volunteer, and a 25 year career worker, Allison inspires us. Her dedication, enthusiasm, insight, faith and perseverance are legendary. 

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Rickers, Ron of Elk River, MN formerly of Burnsville, MN, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 30, 2022, after a long battle with cancer. He was born on March 29, 1955 to Leonard & Lucille Rickers in New Ulm, MN. He graduated from Burnsville High School and then Dunwoody Institute in auto and diesel mechanics. With his love of music, he performed in numerous bands over the years, organizing four of them. He started his own sound mixing company and went on to mix sound for a band at the Minnesota Music Awards. He met Shari Mulroy in 1989 and they were married in 1995. In 1994 he started his own heating and air conditioning business and retired in 2021. He loved boating and riding his motorcycle. In 2015 he and Shari took the motorcycle to the Smokey Mountains and rode the Tail of the Dragon. He is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; brother Gary; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He is survived by his wife Shari; daughter Rhonda (Kevin) Berry; sister Cynthia (Michael) Jorgenson; brother Brian (Pam) Rickers; nephews David, and Peter; niece Sarah; aunts Darhleen, and Betty; and many cousins & friends. Interment at St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery in New Ulm.  

Gregory Peter Riebel, 49, formerly of Burnsville, MN, passed away Feb. 1, 2005, of cancer in Orlando, FL. Preceding Greg in death were his father, Charles and brother, Daniel; uncles, James and Lee Anderson, and Frederic and Neil Riebel. Left to mourn Greg are wife, Alethea of Orlando, FL; daughter, Samantha of Lakeville, MN; step-sons, Gerald and Terrance Baughman of FL; mother, Audrey of Burnsville; brother, Michael (Amy) of Lonsdale; sister, Kathleen (James) LaClair of Lakeville; sister, Patricia (David) Myers of Shakopee; one niece, five nephews, one great-nephew, aunts uncles and cousins.

Rouch, Nancy Lynn Age 62 of Roseville, MN, was born October 7, 1954 and died peacefully in her sleep on September 22, 2017. After graduating from the University of Minnesota she earned her master's degree at Stout University in Menomonie, Wisconsin. Nancy was a well-known nutritionist, educator, researcher and owner of Healthy Solutions. Despite her own physical challenges, Nancy dedicated her life to the selfless care of others. Beloved daughter of Marlys and Bernie McGaver; sister of Steve and Marsha Rouch, Kevin and Sheila Fox, Jeffrey McGaver and Steve Berg; aunt of Harrison Rouch and Donovan Conrad. 

Scott, Jon Charles 52, of Manhattan Beach, CA, formerly of Mpls, MN, died April 30, 2008. Jon was born to Walter & Frances Scott in Wausau, WI. Preceded in death by his father, maternal & paternal grandparents & aunt, Jeanne Rogers. He is survived by his wife, Ofelia Scott; his mother, Fran Bernstein, stepfather, Bernie of Duluth, MN; sisters, Lizabeth (Erich) Pearson, Simpsonville, SC, Peggy (Steve) Lumbar, St. Cloud, MN, and brother, George (Theresa) Scott; his nieces & nephews, Stefanie, Tyler, Alex & Page; aunt, Karen (Mike) Schafer and uncle, Don Rogers of Mpls; his many cousins, and the Snuggerud family. 

Johnson, Faith Marie (Sekora) age 68, of Burnsville, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2022 surrounded by her family. Faith was born January 8, 1954 in Minneapolis and was a graduate of Burnsville Senior High School. She married Gunard Johnson on August 13, 1983 and they raised two sons. Her greatest joy in life was family. Faith loved celebrating holidays, playing card games and spending time with her five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents: Joseph and Ruth Sekora; and her brothers: Richard and Robert Sekora. Faith is survived by her loving husband: Gunard Johnson; her two sons: Josh (Aubrey) Johnson and Nick (Alicia) Johnson; five grandchildren: Grayson, Emelia, Luca, Nolan and Thea Rae; sister: Hope Sekora; sister-in-law: Darlene (Ronald) Hart; and cousins, nieces and nephews. We request all of Faith's family and friends to join us in celebrating her beautiful life at River Hills United Methodist Church in Burnsville, on Saturday, July 30. Visitation will be held at 11 AM, a service of remembrance at 12 PM and luncheon to follow. 

William “Bill” Palmer Skipton passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2020, with family by his side after a battle with interstitial lung disease.

Bill was born on July 7, 1955, in Burnsville, MN. He spent most of his working career as a brick layer at B.R. Moline masonry, and as a project manager at Centex Homes.

Growing up Bill loved old school American muscle. He was known for drag racing his various hot rods down the streets of Burnsville. In his later years Bill loved being on the water; his boat, and water skiing were his passion. He loved spending the weekends during the summer camping, or at the family cabin on lake Shamineau (which he described to people as having the cleanest water of any Lake in Minnesota). Bill also loved music and drumming, which came back into his life during his last few years. He was a natural and always had a knack for rhythm.

Bill is survived by 3 wonderful children Cohl DeVito, Sean (Desiree) Skipton and Amanda (Joe) Craft ; his 3 siblings Suzi Johnson, Polly Skipton, and Randy Skipton ; and his 4 granddaughters Marisa DeVito, Aubrey Craft, Quinn Skipton, and Norah Craft. Preceding him in death were his parents Bev and Randy Skipton, his granddaughter Olivia Craft, and his loved golden retriever PJ.

Darla "Dee" (née Thorp) Mathews.  After a protracted battle with Leukemia, Dee passed away peacefully on August 17, 2015 at Woodlyn Heights Care Center in Inver Grove Heights, MN at the age of 61. Darla was born on January 12, 1954 in Sioux City, IA. She attended elementary school in Leeds, IA, moved to Minnesota with family, and graduated from Burnsville High School. Darla carried good morals and a strong work ethic, even took on volunteer work until too physically weak. She was a caring mother, and took great pride in her children. Darla was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Beverly Thorp; and her brother, Terry. Darla is survived by her partner, Robert Coss; her brother, Walter; her son, Kyle Korum; her daughter, Kasi Korum; and her granddaughter, Heavyn Harris. A memorial service will be held at Cremation Society of MN, 7110 France Ave. S., Edina, MN 55435 at 2:00pm on Sun., August 23, 2015. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. 

Vigoren, Debra J. 67, of Apple Valley died after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. She loved working for Schmitt Music and playing flute/piccolo for the Dakota Valley Symphony. She was dearly loved by all her family and had a heart of gold! Predeceased by mother, Judy. Survived by father, Gerald Vigoren, sister Wendy Steffen (John), Penny Bjorlin (Ken) and many nephews and nieces. Memorial service Monday, Sept. 12th, Hosanna Church in Lakeville, MN. 9600 163rd St. Lakeville, MN 55044, 6:30 visitation, 7:00 service. Memorials to Apple Valley Humane Society. 

Cynthia Haugen, age 64, of Erskine, MN, passed away on Friday, October 18th, at her home. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 28th, at the Carlin Funeral Home in Erskine with Kristin Larsen-Schmidt officiating. Interment will be in Bethlehem Lutheran Cemetery, rural Gully. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Arrangements are with Carlin Family Funeral Service of Erskine and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinfuneral.com. Cynthia Ann Vogel was born on October 10, 1955 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to parents Roy and Lavina (Olhauser) Vogel. She grew up in Savage, Minnesota and graduated from Burnsville High School in Burnsville, Minnesota. She was united in marriage to Dallas Haugen on August 30, 1975. They lived in Burnsville until 1986 when they moved to a home between Winger and McIntosh. They moved into Erskine in 1994. Cynthia and Dallas divorced but remained friends. She worked in maintenance at the Shooting Star Casino from 1996 until 2015. Cynthia had a love of all animals, especially her pets she had over the years. She had a particular fondness for her dog, Buddy. She also enjoyed playing computer games. She will be dearly missed. Survivors include her three children, Lisa McKinney, Jason Haugen, and Shelly Haugen, all of Erskine; five grandchildren, Ashley, Rylee, Presley, Jayden, and Madelyn; siblings, Douglas Vogel (Patricia Springer), Sandra Vogel, Scott (Linda) Vogel, Randy Vogel, Shelly Bucholz, Karen Iverson, and Kristie Iverson (Paul Siems). Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Todd; ex husband, Dallas; and several beloved pets. 

Blanche (Becky) Kathleen Hagemann age 67 died peacefully at home in Eagan Minnesota on the 12th of February 2022 after a courageous battle with Small Cell Lung Cancer.

She was born in Billings Montana on the 23rd of January 1955. She graduated from Mankato State with a degree in Nursing. Shortly after graduation, Becky married Timothy on the 18th of June 1977.

Nursing was her calling and she had a gift for making people feel at ease. She spent 40 plus years working in various departments as an RN at Fairview Southdale Hospital.

She was known for her sense of humor, contagious laughter, compassion for others and devotion to her family. Her favorite past times included gardening, time with grandchildren, family vacations and weekends at the lake.

Becky was proceeded in death by her parents Robert and Dolores Vonderharr and granddaughter Faith.

She will be deeply missed by her loving husband Timothy, daughters Malorie (Patrick) Brockamp, Mary (Christian) Fossum, beloved grandchildren Bennett and Vincent Brockamp and Jackson and Sophia Fossum, siblings Stephen (Karen) Vonderharr, Diane (Robert) Dwyer and Valerie (Michael) Lembke and 14 nieces and nephews.

Becky's bright light will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts.

Visitation will be held at 9am and Memorial Mass at 10am on the 18th of February 2022 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 4030 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan MN 55122.

Wallace, Mark A. Age 63 formerly of Burnsville passed away on October 4, 2018. Survived by siblings, Nancy (Wayne Hallberg) McIlvaine, Keith (Kathie), Peter (Linda), Amy Novotny, John (Amy); & nieces and nephews. Friends and family gathering at a later date. 

Greg Wendorf worked with eight athletic directors at Burnsville High School, starting with his mentor, Bob Pates. Wendorf is listed as a student manager for the school’s first state champion football team, in 1972.

After graduating that year, “Wendy” Wendorf stuck with BHS athletics for 38 more, working as site manager at some 3,344 games, from football to volleyball to lacrosse.

Wendorf, who was honored in 2011 and 2012 for his indispensable work behind the scenes, died Nov. 10, 2017, of prostate cancer. The Eagan resident was 64.

“Greg makes everything run smoothly,” former Athletic Director Jeff Marshall said in October 2011, when the school presented Wendorf a plaque for his retirement as site manager. “He makes it look easy but it’s not. There are lots of details to every event, and he takes care of them all.”

Wendorf came to Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 as a ninth-grader at Metcalf Junior High, said his wife of 35 years, Kathy. After high school he went to work as the district’s courier, delivering mail between buildings, she said. He worked 43 years for the district.

As athletics site manager, Wendorf oversaw all aspects of an event, including ticket sales, referees, lights and sound. He even plowed the parking lot if there was a snowstorm during the game.

“He would have certain people working with him that managed all the boxes where people bought tickets,” Kathy said. “He made sure that the lights were on. He made sure that the press box P.A. system was working and made sure that all the people who were going to get paid, like the refs, filled out all the paperwork. He made sure all the vendors were going to the right place to set up. And then he kind of had people working for him that helped manage the crowd.”

He was an avid fan of Blaze athletes and the Braves before them. He liked being part of the teams, Kathy said.

“The whole thing of it is the kids. That’s why we do it,” Wendorf said in 2011.

“He loved his day job, too,” his wife said. “He loved the people.”

Wendorf received the 2012 Region 3AA Distinguished Service Award.

“He has been an invaluable asset to us all these years,” said Marshall, who nominated him.

Wendorf was preceded in death by his father, Vernon. He is survived by his wife; son, Eric; mother, Betty; and other relatives and friends.

The funeral service and visitation were Nov. 16 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Burnsville. Interment was at Lakewood Cemetery.

Wise, David J. Age 63 Went to be with the lord on November 13 2018. Passing peacefully with family at his side. Proceeded in death by parents, Donald & Betty Wise. Grandparents, Alfred & Ida Wise. Survived by his wife, Yvonne; children, Tina, Sylvia, Denise; grandchildren, Hailey, Delila, Aleah, Thomas; siblings, Debbie, Peggy, Linda, Lyle, Jane and many loving friends & relatives. Rest in peace "BIG GUY" 

Our pal Tom, 62, St. Paul, crossed over in the darkness of the morning of 3-9-17, peacefully, gently, like a flickering candle, leaving scores of devoted friends behind. Tom had more friends than stars in the sky, nurturing each friendship, one at a time, lovingly. 

We will miss his unique brand of kindness, his mischievous grin, unbridled optimism, and wide eyed innocence. He loved being silly, always giggling, sharing inside jokes, drawing us in. A walking encyclopedia, he shared his photographic memory of the musical galaxy, and his unlimited font of baseball knowledge. 

Music was his passion, his tonic for healing, and creating community. Performing, Tom never went through the motions; he poured every ounce of his soul into every note. With contagious enthusiasm, Tom taught hundreds of kids, passing on his passion for music. 

Dedicated to social justice, he lobbied for the passage of the American Disabilities Act, and worked tirelessly for the Paul Wellstone campaign. 

Our world won't be the same without him. Tom is survived by daughter Alexandra and granddaughter Vivienne.