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Antoinette "Toni" St. Pierre
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Catherine Juve
February 1, 2024
Toni was an amazing person in so many ways. We shared an office in the Riverside Health Partners Clinic. Although our work was serious and intense, a day didn't pass without a good laugh. We bonded and she shared so much of her past with me. I feel like she gave me a wonderful gift by trusting me enough to tell me about her struggles and achievements. I miss that beautiful smile and those sparkling blue eyes!
Marte/Jim Wright
January 30, 2019
You are loved and missed by many
Greg Simpson
February 25, 2013
I met Toni while swimming on the Masters Team at the YWCA about 5 years ago. We swam and cycled together, and I saw her regularly on the triathlon circuit. The last time I saw her was when I was volunteering at the YWCA tri last August, when she told me she was sick. Typical Toni, she was more worried about how I would react than about herself. She was so modest that she never told me about her place in Minnesota history. I would have loved to hear her stories about that. I will miss her twinkly blue eyes and disarming smile, but I feel very fortunate that I knew her at all.
Pam Berg
February 25, 2013
I just heard about Toni and am very sad. She was my confidente and helped me through a very dificult time. I will miss her. My prayers are with the family.
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Mark Karon
February 18, 2013
I had the pleasure and honor to work with Toni at the parks and recreation department. She was such a vibrant and caring person. Although I had lost contact with her, reading of her passing was most sad. I wish her family the best in these difficult times, but they have the memory of a person who really made a difference and impacted all those she came in contact with.
February 18, 2013
In 1973 I was in a high school play at Hopkins Eisenhower titled "Suzy Q". It was about Toni St. Pierre's experience becoming part of the Boy's Track Team. I remember she was at one of the evening performances and waved to the audience. I heard a lot about Toni while preparing for the play and was forever inspired by her actions and spirit of determination. - Lynn S.
steve epsteen
February 18, 2013
The right words never seem to come to me when I'm sitting in front of a computer and my feelings for Toni can't be expressed in a paragraph or two. She gave of herself without expectations. People talk about unconditional love. It's a very hard thing to do in this life. Toni did it effortlessly. She changed my life and I will miss her .
February 17, 2013
I was privileged to work closely with Toni at HealthPartners (then Group Health) in the early 90s. She inspired many and left an indelible and positive mark on the lives of countless women. Her dedication to patients, friends, family were awesome. Life with Toni as a co-worker was never dull---even on a quiet day, her smile and great sense of humor would light up everyone's day.
I will miss knowing that Toni is spreading her light to everyone she meets.
Cathy Juve
Bonnie Boys
February 13, 2013
Toni was my "angel" on 12/23/05. I will never forget her compassion and kindness.
She left a mark on everyones heart.
Tammy Krause
February 12, 2013
I've been blessed to have known Toni for 25 years---she was the Mother/Baby Chemical Health Specialist at HealthPartners when I first met her (she literaly brought her work home--you never knew who would be around the dinner table during her weekends off), then I worked with her while she was a staff nurse on the Birthplace & finally she was one of my supervisors---she expected lots from you but was always fair, understanding & compassionate....plus, she had a killer sense of humor!! I missed Toni when she went to work for the Maternal-Fetal Medicine clinic but she would stop by & catch me up on her "comings & goings"! I'm also lucky enough to call her daughter Alicia a dear friend---my thoughts & prayers to her family. What an amazing role-model, mother, woman and friend.....Toni you will be missed by so many!
Mike & Lucy Bauer
February 11, 2013
I was a fellow Lake Conference athlete in high school when Toni was literally making history. We (guys) were frankly in awe of her. I then was blessed to get to know her more during our years at St John's / St. Bens. Her smile was as large as her spirit and her blue eyes would light up a room. I have three daughters that were accomplished athletes in high school and college. I have told them about Toni as they were growing up. They and so many young women have benefited in untold ways by the courage & spirit of Toni. God Bless her.
Joe Perske
February 8, 2013
Minnesota lost one of its champions last Saturday. Toni St. Pierre paved the athletic way for so many girls and women across the state…. including my three daughters. Her strength, courage, drive and athletsism helped break the mold that propelled women's athletics in Minnesota to where it is today. While at St. John's, in Collegeville, I was blessed to have Toni's presence along with my teammates in track and cross-country. Her warm smile, bright eyes and positive demeanor helped bring out the best in everyone. Those pleasant memories with Tim and Toni in those years, lessens the pain of our loss.
Brian Schmid
February 8, 2013
Toni was my babysitter on Dominick Spur and while I haven't seen her in years, I'll never forget watching her run by our back yard during the annual Raspberry 5K run and bumping into her in Colorado Springs when she was there for a track meet. What a terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
February 7, 2013
Toni was always smiling and was a great example that showed women can play any sport just like the guys, and usually better. I would have loved to have her as my OB nurse. Go in peace, Toni.
February 7, 2013
Grew up next door to Toni. My parents still live on Dominick next door to Marie (Toni's mom). Toni moved in with her mom over a year ago to help take care of Marie and sadly it turned out to be the other way around. Just last summer and fall Toni was always outside working hard on the house and yard. I was cutting a tree down at my parents and Toni came over and told me I better slow down and be careful, she said with a smile "I don't want to have to come over and apply a turniquet". Sad day today.
Paul Lang
Thoughts and prayers for Toni and her family from the Langs. Betty and Keith, Dave, Tom and Paul
Kelly Carnes
February 7, 2013
What I remember most about Toni was that she was always smiling. She had such a positive happy aura about her. She was such an amazing woman who was so strong. I remember one time she came to Oliver's Tball game and she had biked from her house in Mpls to St. Paul. The bike ride was a cake walk to her and I thought, wow! how can she still be walking. I had only been able to spend a handful of times with her, but she was someone who you wanted to spend more time with. My heartfelt prayers are with your family.
Kim Kolstad
February 7, 2013
I have known Toni for many years and she has been an inspiration in what a woman can do with her life. As a Mother, she was profoundly loving and accepting of her children. As a professional she was respected and admired. As an athlete, she was a a go-getter, overcoming whatever obstacles needed to be overcome and of course she was a beautiful woman physically. I am dumbfounded by the loss of this valuable person but I hope that her children can take comfort in their warm memories of her.
February 6, 2013
Toni was my first sponsor and played a short but very meaningful part of my life. I'm so sorry for you loss and pray for you at this time of sorrow.
Vicki Kulseth
February 6, 2013
Thoughts and prayers for the St. Pierre family. You may not know me, but I graduated from St. Margaret's in 1974, the last class of all girls. I remember Toni on the track team, even though I was younger, you was something special. Radiant with a positive attitude and hard work. I called Cathie Twomey one of my best friends and I am certain they ran together and she would like to know. Take care.
Sincerely,
Mary Kaye Anderson Gorrilla SMA 1974
Jane Hendrickson
February 6, 2013
Toni had a magnificent spirit, very positive energy and a quiet hope that was a great asset to those around her. She will be missed as much as she was loved.
Deepest condolences to all of her family -
David Vanek
February 6, 2013
I was fortunate to have met Toni my first day of high schol. For the next three years we ran together, ski'd together and partied together. Strong, indepedent and fiercely loyal only begin to describe this incredible spirit. I can not think about high school without thinking of Toni. We have lost an incredible person,
Erika Gandee
February 6, 2013
Alicia~ I am so terribly sorry for your loss and the loss to your family. I will always remember your mom at our silly garage sale oraganizng everything! What a wonderful lady. She will certainly be missed by all who knew and loved her. Love you!
February 6, 2013
My husband pointed out Toni's high school picture in the paper today stating she would be honored for her role in women's sports, at the State Capitol, and a couple minutes later showed me her obituary. I am sorry for the loss of Toni, our 1973 "Ike" class member.
Nancy Nylander Lemke
Jane Heezen
February 6, 2013
Was so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Toni only briefly, but she was a woman who made a lasting impression in a very short time! She was everything I admired in a woman, a nurse, & in a fellow human being. The world is a richer place for her having been in it, even if it was too briefly. Her spirit soars unencumbered by cancer now - godspeed Toni!
Jackie Owen Douglas
February 6, 2013
I'm so sorry for her family's loss. she was a wonderful woman and her spirit touched many - I haven't seen her in years but it is just like yesterday when I remember the times we shared.
Amy Oliver
February 6, 2013
Toni was a woman that I always destined to be like. What a wonderful, loving, kind soul. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Arlyce Shook
February 6, 2013
My sincere condolences to Toni's family. I had the privilege of working side by side with Toni for several years. She was a wonderful and caring person. She will be missed
Ruth St. Pierre
February 6, 2013
Thoughts and loving prayers for you all. Toni leaves a legacy of love and caring that will remain always.
February 6, 2013
St. Pierre Family-
Knowing Toni has forever changed my life. I will carry her memory with me always.
Melanie Michael-Benson
February 5, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Constance Alstad
February 5, 2013
I pray that wonderful memories of Toni will give you peace during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed.
Sammie Goebel
February 5, 2013
You will always be remembered in our lives.
February 5, 2013
Alicia, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Tonis warm caring spirit will live on in all that knew her.
I am so sorry for your loss. Nancy Sutherland
Annie Culligan
February 5, 2013
I vividly remember her dancing at Niki & Jared's wedding - kicking up her heals and with a huge smile on her face. That's how I envision her now, dancing with the angels.
Jennifer Dean Dwyer
February 5, 2013
Toni is one of those women I remember so clearly from going to college with her. I have thought of her often I remember her running religiously and always such a bright spirit in our world on campus.
Abby Rizzo
February 5, 2013
Tim & Sara, Jess and Alicia,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. She was truly a wonderful woman and will be missed. Whenever I saw her, she always had a smile on her face and a positive attititude that was contagious. She had a zest for life! And, it was always clear to me how much she loved her children and grandchildren. You are all in my thougths and prayers.
"Those we hold most deer, never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they showed, the comfort they shared, and the love they brought into our lives." ~Author unknown
Jennifer Ramsey
February 5, 2013
I'm thinking of you and sending love.
Jennie Ramsey
Bruce Melrose
February 5, 2013
In honor of Toni, please read the Lyrics to 'Forever Young'. Toni's ladder to the stars was built with hard work. She searched to see the truth, while seeing the light around her. She had the grace to let others help her. She was courageous and upright and true. She shifted with the changing wind. And Toni-when your friends get together, your song will be sung. I love you, and miss you. Peace to all.
Janis Keil Day
February 5, 2013
Toni was one of those truely inspirational people. A hard worker who often gave more than was expected. A kind soul who always had a smile and a kind word no matter what the hour or what was happening. A great nurse. I am sorry that Toni is gone from the world and my thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Bryson Wright and Carolyn Burke
February 5, 2013
Toni will be missed by many!! Thoughts and prayers go out to St. Pierre family!!
Kay Christenson
February 5, 2013
Toni was a fantastic person who always had a kind word for everyone. She also lit up a room every time she walked in with her smile. She will be greatly missed.
Monica Wade
February 5, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the St. Pierre family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Cory Wiskow
February 5, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Marte & Jim Wright
February 5, 2013
We were so saddened to hear about Toni..our thoughts and prayers are with all of her family (her mom,children,grandchildren, her brother, nieces and nephews and all of her friends..she will be missed by all.
Kristina Collins
February 5, 2013
Toni was one of those beautiful souls that left footprints in the hearts of everyone she met -- So sorry for this great loss.
Irene Wright
February 5, 2013
So deeply sad to hear the new of Toni's passing. I will always have fond memories of her and her great smile and attitude. love to you all.
February 5, 2013
To our precious St. Pierre family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. Toni was one of a kind and lived her life to the fullest. She loved well! The evidence of that is all of you. You love well, too. May God bless you with peace in these coming days and bring you all great strength. We love you.
Dan, Lisa,Nick, Alexis and Ellie Basil
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