Richfield, Minnesota
Bane, Clarence G. "Gordy" age 80, of Mpls. formerly of Richfield. Retired from Honeywell after more then 40 years. Longtime football and baseball coach for Richfield youth league. Survived by children, Mike (Laurie) Bane, Pat Bane, Gordy Bane, Dan (Patti) Bane, Julie (Carter Staaf) Bane, and Tamara (Brian) Howey; grandchildren, Nickie, Joe, Ashley, Matt, Pat, and Chris; great-grandson, Landon O'Malley; nieces and a nephew and many friends. Service Thursday 11:00 AM at Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church, 5025 Knox Ave. S. Interment Ft. Snelling. Visitation Wednesday 5-8 PM at Morris Nilsen Chapel, 6527 Portland Ave. S. Morris Nilsen Chapel 612-869-3226 www.morrisnilsen.com
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Mike and family,
My condolences in the loss of your father. I remember the great times in Richfield with outdoor activities, repairing and riding motorcycles. Gordon, Mike, Pat, Gordy and Dan taught and encouraged me to ride motorcycles and try boxing. Gordon taught me many mechanical skills that I still use today. Thank you for the memories.
Sincerely;
Rick Luth
September 02, 2009 | Maple Grove, MN
We are sooo sorry to hear about Gordy's passing. Our first encounter with Gordy was begging the attendant at the visitor's Bureau Station in Lansboro, MN for the name of the person who returned our wallet FULL of cash (all of our vacation money). She was reluctant, due to the individual (Gordy) not wanting any recognition! None the less we were given "Gordy's" name and address and began a strong bond and friendship through our first "Thank you" letter!!! He never missed a holiday sending...
Leif/Michelle Eggen
September 01, 2009 | Barnum, MN
Mara- I am so, so Sorry!! for your loss. I have fond memories of your dad driving to church at Mt. Olivet, and giving us money to put in the offering plate. He will be missed!!! You should print off the condolences from on-line, and keep them in a special memory box, or scrapbook to look at when you're missing him. Please know that both Adam, and I LOVE YOU, and will always be there for you!!!! Lisa Marie Johnson
Lisa Johnson
September 01, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN
I remeber dad's love all things chocolate, especially rocky road road brownies, and him sitting on his couch eating them with the evidence on his face. What a great guy. Couldn't ask for anyone better than him.
Tamara Howey
September 01, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN
