George Erick Tofte

George Erick Tofte

George Tofte Obituary

Published by Star Tribune from Jun. 20 to Jun. 21, 2006.
Tofte, George Erick 10/30/1937 - 6/18/06 Died at home after long illness. Graduate of MCAD, Graphic Artist and Writer. Preceded in death by parents, George and Orva. Survived by wife, Helen Lou; sister, Beatrice Rieder (Dan); son, Erik; daughter, Jessica Tofte (Mark McCaslin); stepchildren, Ken Larson, Andrine de la Rocha (David), Clifford Larson, Timothy Beaudry (Patty), E. Wesley Beaudry (Kyong Suk); grandchildren, nieces, cousins and friends. Memorial service Saturday, June 24 at 11 AM at the Cremation Society of MN Waterston Chapel, 4343 Nicollet Ave S., Mpls. Potluck lunch following service. Memorials may be made to Walker Methodist Community Church or to the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation.
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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June 23, 2006

Tom Lehman posted to the memorial.

June 23, 2006

Lewis (Deb's Husband) posted to the memorial.

June 22, 2006

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Tom Lehman

June 23, 2006

Dear Lou,



I was so sorry to hear about George's death. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of the many many people who love you and care about you.

Lewis (Deb's Husband)

June 23, 2006

I'm sorry George has gone. I find it difficult to like people, but I liked George. I'm glad I got to meet him those few times.

Cristine Almeida

June 22, 2006

Dear Lou: I am so, so sorry for your loss. You took such good care of George and attended to his every need, and you were both so lucky to have each other. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.



Cristine Almeida and Brian Gorecki

Ellen Sampson

June 22, 2006

Dear Lou, You are in my thoughts; may your husband's memory be a blessing to you and your family Ellen Sampson

Patricia Lopez

June 22, 2006

Lou, please accept my condolences on the loss of your husband. I know what a difficult time this must be for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Molly Sigel

June 21, 2006

Dear Lou,



I am sorry to hear about the death of your husband George. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn his death and celebrate his life.



Sincerely,



Molly Sigel

Robert Lawrence Brucks III

June 21, 2006

"Our eyes do not see you,

but we have this excuse:

Eyes see the surface, not reality,

though we keep hoping,

in this lovely place."



We'll miss you George....

John Clawson

June 21, 2006

Dear Lou...Seems like a million years ago when you two were married...I can recall a party in your home many years ago, when the house was filled with politicos and neighborhood friends. It was a strange mix and everyone had a great time. Our years working together were filled with your grace and dignity and good humor, helpfulness and candor; that's how I think of your home and family. best wishes for healing and hope and wholeness in these difficult days.

Erica Strohl

June 21, 2006

Sympathies on your loss, Lou. May his memory be a blessing.



Erica Strohl

(Berglin U.S. Senate Campaign staffer)

William Fehrenbach

June 21, 2006

Lou-So sorry to hear about your loss. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time as always.

Bob Vanasek

June 21, 2006

Lou, I'm very sorry to hear of your husband's death. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Debra Ramage

June 21, 2006

Dear Lou,

I wish I could be there with you at this very sad time. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family. I will miss George so very, very much.

Love, Deb

Virginia Larson

June 20, 2006

Lou

Sorry about George. I know that he was sick along time. You take care of yourself now.

Linda Carroll Shern

June 20, 2006

Lou,



I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My thoughts are with you. Take care.



Linda Carroll Shern

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