William Victor Gagnon

William Victor Gagnon

William Gagnon Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 17, 2012.
Gagnon, William Victor Age 48, of Apple Valley, passed away on June 13, 2012. Survived by wife, Leanne (nee Bronk); children, Zachary and Victoria; stepson, Nicholas Riedel (Michelle); parents, Nancy and Noel; sister, Tami (Memo); sister-in-law, Lori Bronk; brother-in- law, Jeff Bronk (Anna); and nephews, Steven (Sophie), Luke, Devon and Gyasi; along with many extended family members and friends. Bill graduated from Richfield High School in 1982. He played cello and studied music at the U of M. He started a career as a piano technician and recently served terms as vice president and president of the Piano Technicians Guild. Special thanks to Methodist Hospital and Redeemer Heath and Rehab Center. Memorial service 3 PM Tuesday, June 19th at Hope Church, 7477 145th St. W., Apple Valley. Visitation at 2 PM. Memorials preferred to Hope Church or the American Cancer Society. Cremation Society of MN (952) 924-4100

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July 3, 2012

Bruce Polson posted to the memorial.

June 27, 2012

Jodi Elleraas posted to the memorial.

June 25, 2012

Leanne Gagnon posted to the memorial.

Bruce Polson

July 3, 2012

Leanne and family,
Sorry to hear about Bill. He made an impact on the lives of everyone he touched - cello (my son plays now) - best piano tuning ever - his faith and knowledge of God's word - and friend. He will be missed, but is in a better place for sure.

Jodi Elleraas

June 27, 2012

My heart is with you and your family. Blessed be, Bill. You are greatly loved.

Bill just being himself...

Leanne Gagnon

June 25, 2012

Rose Perry

June 23, 2012

Leanne, Lori and family - I am so sorry for your loss. I work with Lori and I know how much she loved Bill...she said he was like a father to her children and such a great friend to her. You have all been in my prayers. May your memories give you comfort in the sad days ahead.

R. McKay

June 21, 2012

Leanna, Victoria and Zack:

I am truly sorry Bill was taken from us too soon, but am so glad I got to see him 2 weeks before in Methodist. He was always happy and smiling, even in such a good mood in the hospital. I hope to see you all Saturday.
Again, so sorry for the loss of Bill.

Your godmother (and Ruth's cousin)
Rosie McKay

Kate Bronk

June 20, 2012

I will hold fond memories of you Bill. You were always smiling and good natured.You were also so willing to help whenever called upon. Rest in peace.

lori bronk

June 20, 2012

thank you bill for being such a great father to all the kids in our family. to being a wonderful husband to my sister. and for teaching us how to enjoy life, and live it to the fullest. you will be missed. until we meet again.

Paula Faber

June 20, 2012

Bill I'll miss your smiling face. You were a great guy and wonderful husband and father. Love you!

Brian Jonas

June 19, 2012

Gagnon Family, my deepest condolences go out to you, and I hope that the good times and memories with Bill help you through these difficult times. God Bless.

Ward & Natalie Rasmussen

June 19, 2012

Gagnon Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences. Bill was our piano tuner since 1992. We liked and respected him so much. He was always so cheerful and professional. We know that mere words are not enough at a time like this, but we wanted you all to know that he will be missed.
Blessings,

Connie (worden) Dovick

June 19, 2012

Leanne and family: I am so sorry for your loss, Bill was so loved by many. I will miss his laugh, and his smile. Our daughters used to play in the same softball league--we saw him at the park every summer. May you find comfort that Bill is in a better place, God will certainly take tender care of him.

Jeff Bronk

June 19, 2012

Bill, thank you for being a great Brother in Law and taking care of my sister and the kids all these years, I will miss your laugh and smile! Fly with the Angels brother! Your Brother in Law, Jeff

Andy Williams

June 19, 2012

At this time it is so hard to put into words how one feels about losing a friend. Maybe it is better to think back to happier times. Bill is not in pain any more and maybe we will meet again. My best to his family and all who new him. Peace.

Dale Reisdorph

June 19, 2012

Bill and I were good childhood friends. I will miss him. Very sorry for your loss.

My wonderful father.

Victoria Gagnon

June 18, 2012

Elli Holliday Kaufmann

June 18, 2012

Victoria, Your dad was so very blessed to have you in his life and by his side. Hold your head and heart high... Just the way he'd want you to!
Love, Elli and Linda

Nancy Monio

June 18, 2012

I went to school with Bill in Richfield. I remember him playing the cello in Elementary School at Elliot School. He was a great player. He will be missed.

Mike Moen

June 18, 2012

Bill,
I will always cherish the many fond memories that our friendship created from childhood to present. I know that you are in a far better place now watching over your loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Dale & Barb Tschudi

June 18, 2012

Leanne and family,
Sending our condolonces to you and your family during this difficult time.
May Bill's memories bring you peace.

Chris Kraft

June 18, 2012

I will miss you my friend

Desiree & Randi Church

June 18, 2012

Leanne and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Bill was our piano tuner and we were shocked to hear the news. We never would have imagined that last December when we saw him (and scheduled our next appt for June 2012) that we weren't going to see him (physically) again.
God speed, Bill.

Anne Marie Person

June 18, 2012

So sorry for the loss of Bill...
With sympathy and prayers...

Deb Ruskell

June 17, 2012

Oh my goodness, what a shock to hear about Bill. I am sooo sorry and my heart hurts for all of you. I know how much you loved him. I just said the other day, "I need to call Bill and have him come out and tune our piano". May God hold you all in the palm of His almighty hand. With sincere sympathy.

MY ANGEL!!!

Leanne Gagnon

June 17, 2012

Bill brought so much joy into my life & into everyone's life he came in contact with. Half of my heart was taken last Wednesday & it will not be whole again till I see him someday, in heaven.
I love you so much, Bill, & you will be in my thoughts everyday & every night.
xoxoxoxoxoxo

Debbie and Earl Surman

June 17, 2012

I am so sorry about your loss. Please know that your family is in our hearts and prayers.

John Riedel

June 17, 2012

With sincere sympathy
God bless you Bill

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