Ralph Stephen Held

1941 - 2021

Ralph Stephen Held obituary, 1941-2021, Eden Prairie, MN

Ralph Stephen Held

1941 - 2021

BORN

1941

DIED

2021

Ralph Held Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels - Eden Prairie on Aug. 9, 2021.
Held, R. Stephen Steve Held passed away unexpectedly July 30, 2021. Survived by wife of 55 years Kathleen, daughters Ann Morris (Mark), Sara Held, and Laura Honeck (Jordon), grandchildren Miel and Deagan Honeck, his brother Greg Held (Judi), many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Pam. Steve was a graduate of Iowa State University and employed by General Mills for nearly 35 years. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, August 12 at 10:30 at Pax Christi Catholic Church, 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie, MN. Visitation one hour before service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pax Christi, Park Nicollet Foundation, or the charity of choice. Please wear mask if unvaccinated. washburn-mcreavy.com Eden Prairie Chapel 952-975-0400

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