Brian A. Habedank

Brian A. Habedank obituary

Brian A. Habedank

Brian Habedank Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 17, 2010.
Habedank, Brian A. 35, Brooklyn Park, formerly of Red Wing, died at his residence. He was born February 10, 1975 in Red Wing, the son of William and Judy (Sunstrom) Habe- dank. He attended Jefferson Elementary, Twin Bluff Middle School and Red Wing Central High, graduating in 1993. He attended the University of Minnesota, Duluth and Minneapolis, graduating in with a degree in Sociology and Criminology in 1998. He had a deep work ethic and starting working when he was 9 years old, as a Republican Eagle paper boy, then as a stock boy at Buchanan Grocery and Food Bonanza and he worked at USG. During college he lived in Plymouth, MN and worked as a Security Guard, as an Armored Truck guard and driver, and as a Hennepin County Workhouse guard. He had several jobs after college including working at Twin City Federal and Prudential Insurance in the Twin Cities while getting a 2 year degree in computer science through the U of M. He returned to Red Wing for a few years and worked at Heat and Glo in Lake City while obtaining an MBA through the University of Phoenix online. He returned to the Twin Cities, living in St. Paul and then in Brooklyn Park. He worked at Ortho-Rehab as a technician and finally for CompuCom at the Target Headquarters in Minneapolis as a Logistics Technician. He also worked a part-time job at JEC Miller group homes for 10 years. Brian loved sports and he played football in high school and Rugby at the U of M. He was a dedicated, loyal Twins and Vikings fan. He enjoyed working out at the gym, weightlifting and body-building, fishing, scuba diving, and spending time with his cats. He was a good friend and was always willing to lend a hand when asked and he was becoming a master pumpkin carver like his dad. He had a great smile, the best laugh and his favorite holiday was Thanksgiving: "food, football, family". Survivors include his parents, Bill and Judy of Red Wing; one sister, Laura (Mark) Althans of Austin, TX; three aunts; two uncles; five cousins; and his precious cats, Marcus and Maximus (the M & M boys), and all of his guys he took care of at JEC Miller group homes. He was preceded in death by all of his grandparents and one uncle, Don Sunstrom. Memorial service will be 11 a. m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at Mahn Family Funeral Home, Bodelson-Mahn Chapel, Red Wing, with Rev. Carmen Edwards officiating. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Monday and for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials preferred to SAVE or NAMI. www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com

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January 11, 2011

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October 19, 2010

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Sara Schroeder

January 11, 2011

I just found out that Brian had passed away last week. He was a fun and caring person. He took me to my first Vikings game, and we had a blast. I will miss him dearly. I hope you are at peace now Brian, and you will be missed by everyone who knew you. Rest in peace.

Rick & Kathy Sunstrom

October 19, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Luana Whiteis

October 19, 2010

I worked with Brian at Otto Bock, we were shocked and very saddened to hear he is gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

I really enjoyed all the heated discussions I had with Brian of politics and his wealth of football knowledge was incredible. On more than one occasion told him he needs to be a football announcer or analyst - he had a true gift of knowledge and recollection with that sport! It is just very sad he is gone, but I am so grateful he was here when he was, it was a true blessing to have known him.

I pray for peace and strength for his family and peace for Brian.

Chante Wolf

October 19, 2010

It is with a heavy heart that I offer my sincere condolences to the Habedank family.

I do not know what it is like to be a parent and give all the love, nurturing and care to raising a child. I can only imagine now what deep heartbreak you must be going through after loosing that child.

Please know that my heart aches for you and if there is anything I can do to help, please let me know.

As the Quakers say, "I am holding your family in the light".

Sheri Fadden

October 19, 2010

To the family of Brian Habedank:
What a beautiful, talented, accomplished young man your son was! Thank you for letting us know him with your words. I recently moved into his neighborhood in Brooklyn Park. Unfortunately I did not get to know him and that makes me sad. Your family will continue to be in my prayers. I can not imagine the pain of your loss. Brian was so close in age to my own children that the loss hits close to home. I am glad he was a hard-working, educated, productive member of our society. Even though he passed young, he had accomplished what takes most people a lifetime to achieve. He added much to our lives in ways we often don't even recognize. Thank you for sharing your boy with us. May God strengthen you and give you Peace at this time. May you live in comfort knowing what a delight your son was while he was here with us.

Ann Galloway

October 18, 2010

My prayers and thoughts and hugs go out to you.

Jen Wilson

October 17, 2010

Hello, I first met Brian at Target Corporation when he was servicing the printer by my office. We got to chit chatting and realized we belonged to the same health club. After that we became friends. It was always so nice he took the time to stop and talk I know he was very serious about his weight lifting. I also ran into him at the gym pool during the Summers. We would spend a couple hours together. He was so interesting to talk to about books, movies. We shared a lot about career and office politics. One memory I have that makes me smile. Is one day out of the blue he decided to join me in a yoga class. It was so cute. Here was this body builder guy with all these delicate girl doing all these poses. The instructor just loved him!! He did really well! I also subbed a couple times on his bowling league last year. I was kind of suprised what a crappy bowler he was since he seemed so athletic. Sorry, but I mean barely breaking 100. But I did witness him to bowl a 189. It was awesome! I think he was pretty proud. I really liked being casual gym friends with him and he really brightened my life a lot. I thought about him today when the Vikes finally won. This one's for you!! I wanted to offer my best to all of you and let you know how much I enjoyed knowing him.

October 17, 2010

Our hearts go out to you in this very difficult time.
Terry Burke
Andy Berman
Minneapolis

Linda Kronek Black

October 17, 2010

I am so sorry for the family's loss. My prayers go out to the family.

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