Richard B. Engstrom

Richard B. Engstrom

Richard Engstrom Obituary

Published by Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6, 2007.
Engstrom, Richard B. age 75, of Minnetonka, passed with grace at home on Nov. 2, 2007. Preceded in death by wife, Dorothy; and son-in-law, Dave Plattner. Beloved Dad of Jim (Paula) Engstrom and Susan Plattner. Also survived by loving sister, Elaine Augustad; grand- puppies, Luc, Annie, Henry and many special relatives and friends. Dick proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force. He retired in 1994 after working 35 years for NCR. His joys and passions in life included his family and friends, reading, crossword puzzles, fishing, golfing, bowling, the MN Vikings, volunteering for Senior Net, blackjack, betting the ponies and peanut butter pickle sandwiches. Dick and his family wish to convey their heartfelt gratitude to special nurses Linda and Lisa and the entire Methodist Hospice team for their extraordinary compassion and care. Memorial Service Thursday, Nov. 8 at 11 AM at Washburn-McReavy Strobeck Johnson Chapel, 1400 Mainstreet, Hopkins. Visitation 1 hour prior to service. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. A gathering will be held at Jim's home following interment. If desired, memorials preferred to Methodist Hospice. Washburn-McReavy Strobeck Johnson Chapel 952 938-9020
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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Carla Johnson

November 6, 2007

Sue,

My sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are directed your way. Please extend my sympathy to your brother as well.

I have thought of you often in admiration of your compassion, love, and devotion of your family over the years. You are a beautiful person with a very strong inner strength and an enormous heart through difficult times.

Your Dad's journey has been a challenge for him for a long time. He was very blessed to have had your support and commitment. It is a very special relationship we have between a parent and a child regardless of our age. The loss of our last parent is deeply sad and brings an end to an era within our family.

Take time to grieve and rest. Concentrate on taking care of you now. Your journey has been challenging and emotional. Memories will keep you comforted in time. As always, if there is anything I can do to help you, let me know.

Love you,
Carla

Tony Dubej

November 6, 2007

So sorry about your loss .

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