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Penny & Bob VANKEMPEN
July 18, 2006
Dear Donna, Our hearts go out to you and your family. We so enjoyed meeting Al. Ted and Dorothy took us to his restaurant and then we got to see him again in AZ. What a neat man. We will be praying for you all as you face the times ahead.
Glenda Carrier
July 17, 2006
Dear Donna, We're so sorry to hear of Al's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Glenda and Chuck Carrier
David Parker, M. D.
June 29, 2006
Dear Mrs. Baker & family,
We just learned of Al's passing from his niece, Eileen. He always called to chat during his visits to his father, Jay. Our condolences to you.
Dr & Mrs. David Parker
stacey mcguire
June 22, 2006
kim and family- i am sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. i know he will live on in your thoughts. take care and remember that he is always with you in your heart.
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Greg Freeman
June 21, 2006
Donna and family: I only learned of Al's passing today in the Star Tribune south section. Although I did not know Al well, I remember seeing him often at Al Baker's, where he would always take time to greet customers regardless of how busy it was. At the Enjoy grand opening, Al spoke to me at length about his restaurant background and experience. He was obviously both a well-liked and well-respected man. It is a terrible shame that he is gone too soon. May his memory be a blessing and a source of strength to your family.
Michael Perrier
June 20, 2006
Donna & family, I am so sorry. I pray that you are comforted by your faith in Christ in knowing that you will again be together, never to be separated.
Al hired me into my first job as a busboy at the Burnsville Ground Round back in 1983.
Countless happy memories of those times are vivid to this day. I remember in particular one day he had just picked up his lunch from the kitchen and sat down in the bar to enjoy it. As was typical, he stepped away to speak with a guest and I cleared the table, not knowing it was his unfinished lunch. I remember him coming to find me in the kitchen with a sly grin on his face asking where his lunch went and I had to profusely apologize after thinking I was right on top of things. He gave me a pat on the shoulder and said try not to do such a quick job next time!
Although it's been many years since I last saw and talked with him, my heart is heavy as I feel I've lost a real and genuine friend. Please take comfort in knowing he made a lasting difference to me in my life.
Mike
Jon Buss Family
June 20, 2006
Donna and the Entire Baker Family,
Sorry to hear so late about Al's Passing. We know how nasty Cancer can be as we lost Diane to AML. Al was a great friend, and will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless each of you!
Jon Buss Family
June 19, 2006
Donna & the entire Baker Family,
Sorry to hear so late about Al's passing. We the Buss family know how nasty cancer can be, as we lost Diane to AML. Al was a great friend, and will be missed by all.
Marie and Calisssa
June 16, 2006
Hi Donna, Al was a good uncle, always very kind and fun to be around.
Love Calissa and Marie
Carl Carlson
June 15, 2006
Donna, please accept my condolences.
I have fond memories of Al and the bus trips to the Northstar games from the Ground Round and also great conversations and warmth at his Eagan location. I too have lost my spouse, Sally, last October. God will give us the strength to handle each day. God bless you and your family.
Jill Gilbo
June 13, 2006
It was great knowing you Al. You will be missed...My best to you Donna...you're a great woman.
Your friend,
Jill Gilbo
Jim Bloomfield
June 12, 2006
Al was a class guy, I enjoyed visiting him and talking about his collecibles. A fellow Coke Collector
Jim Bloomfield
Timothy Davis
June 12, 2006
Thoughts and prayers are with Al and especially his family from his Armstrong Rd. neighbors back in Al's former hometown of Mumford NY.
Scott Muenchow
June 12, 2006
Donna and Family,
I am sorry to hear of Al's passing. Thank you Donna, and in spirit, thank you Al for all the time and generosity you provided during those swimming years.
Shirley Grant
June 11, 2006
Donna and family:
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Elizabeth Weninger
June 11, 2006
Donna and all the rest of the family. We just found out and are so sorry about your loss. He was a great person both in size and heart. Take care.
Bob Wolff, Jim Weninger and Elizabeth Wolff Weninger
Jake STANTON
June 10, 2006
Donna and family:
We were very saddened to hear of Al's passing. We would see Al, at Al's. We would discuss golf,enjoy a beverage and pull a tab to two.
He will be greatly missed.
Take Care,
Sherill & Jake Stanton
Michele Smolley
Eagan, Minn
Paulette Hjelle Ranta
June 10, 2006
Dearest Donna, Jean, Chris and Kim,
What a Guy! Al had such an amazing spirit about him. His genuine soul, caring heart, and witty sense of humor are just a few of his many outstanding characteristics. Al always had a smile on his face and words of encouragement for me, in many ways I looked at Al like a Dad. Having lost my Dad in January to cancer, I can truely feel your loss and pain as well. I will lift each of you up in prayer over the coming hours, days and months ahead. My most sincere and heartfelt sympathies. May you find comfort in knowing he is experiencing an exquisite journey like no other and that he is safe in the arms of Jesus. Gods Blessings and peace to each of you.
(Former employee, Al Bakers & Ground Round)
Jennie Swenson
June 9, 2006
Dear Donna, Jean, Mac, Chris and Kim:
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I have enjoyed all my memories of working with you and Al and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with all of you during this very difficult time and I will keep you and Al in my prayers.
Jennie (Hietala) Swenson
Bob Casey
June 9, 2006
My sympathy to you. I have great memories of Al.
Dean & Donna Long
June 9, 2006
To the Baker Family,
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. He was a
wonderful person.
Ginny and Larry Hvinden
June 9, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We met Al through my brother, Jerry Thomas. He was always very cordial to us when ever we were at Al Bakers. You all should be very proud!
Catherine Thornton Schmid
June 9, 2006
Dear Donna, Jean, Chris and Kim,
How sad I am to hear of Al’s death. I have many good memories of the fun and kindness of your Dad/Husband. As a kid/teen, you don’t always appreciate all that a parent or even a friends parent does for you - thank you Donna, and in spirit, thank you Al for the wonderful meals and times spent! I know that he made a difference in many lives and will be sorely missed.
Sincerely,
Tony Saldin
June 9, 2006
Baker family,
We feel your loss also. Al was a great friend to my parents - Burt and Jean Wittles. Al was always friendly and fun to be around. Take care and we will always have memories of Al. God bless you.
John Confer
June 9, 2006
Dear Donna, Jean, Kim, Bonnie and Chris: From the entire Confer family, you have our deepest sympathy on the passing of Al. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Although I have only known Al for about 13 years, I must say that he was one of most generous and caring persons I have ever met. Whether I was at the restaurant with my family or with the AIR-serv family, Al would always treat us as if we were the only people there. We will truly miss him, but we all know that he is with God now, where he will still look over and guide us all.
Nancy Hart (Swanum)
June 9, 2006
Donna, Jean, Chris & Kim, I was so sorry to hear about your dad/husband. I have so many great memories of him from back in the swimming days... What a wonderful man! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
June 9, 2006
Dear Donna & Family,
Our sympathy and love are with you. We have many fond memories of Al - what a great man to have known.
May your memories help bring comfort during this time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dave and Marcia Vogt
Lucia Tahti Clausen
June 9, 2006
To the Baker Family: My thoughts are prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.
Betty Feist
June 9, 2006
Donna & family. we are so sorry for your loss, Al was one kind person, and so respected.I will never forget all the years I worked for al.
Mike & Lisa McGinn
June 8, 2006
Donna, Kim, & Family;
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of a truly great man. Al always had a hearty welcome for us and a genuine interest in how we were doing. He gave us the feeling of extended family; a gift we will treasure.
James Thornton
June 8, 2006
Donna and family:
We were very saddened to hear of Al's passing.
He was a fine and upstanding man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Al.
God Bless...
Jim and Jan Thornton
Megan Jones
June 8, 2006
Jean & Baker family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad that I was able to meet your father while Jamie was working at Al Baker's. My thoughts are with you and your whole family.
Brad Bieber
June 8, 2006
Baker family
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I spent many years at the Burnsville Ground Ground watching the North Stars hockey games. Al was always there to make sure you were taken care of. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
CarolAnn Wilson
June 8, 2006
Donna, Kim and family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this time of deepest sorrow.
May all of the wonderful memories of how many lives Al has touched give you the strength to get through this difficult time.
Al is meeting and greeting in heaven right now.
With love,
Jim,Carol Ann, James III and Lisa Wilson and Heather,Jeff and Trenton Grack.
RAY & KAREN PETERS
June 8, 2006
DONNA, WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF AL'S PASSING, HE WAS A FRIEND FOR MANY YEARS, HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. GOD BLESS. KAREN & RAY PETERS
Karri Colestock
June 8, 2006
Kim, Donna, Jean,
I'm so sorry! It sounds like through all of this Al kept his sense of humor... and love of life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this time of grieving but also the celebration of a man who enjoyed his life. Karri
Rich & Roxann Bernier
June 8, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ron and Bobbe Daggett
June 8, 2006
Donna and family. We are so sad to hear of Al's passing. He was always a "special" person in our lives. We will never forget his voice and laughter. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 8, 2006
Dear Donna,
Our prayers for you as you go thru this week...how hard, but so many wonderful memories ...may God grant the strengh you need..kay and jerry nelson...from Sun City Grand...
Jim Christianson
June 8, 2006
Donna Chris, Jean & Kim,
I was really saddened to hear the news. Al was a real pillar of the community. My deepest sympathies.
Gregory Erickson
June 7, 2006
To Kim and the entire Baker family: Al was a wonderful man who enriched the community in which he lived. The thoughts and prayers of the Ericksons are with you in this difficult time.
Sue Rieken
June 7, 2006
Donna & family, Al will be missed by all of us. God bless you and keep you strong during this time. Sue & Bryan Rieken ( Janet Duran's Sister)
Ed & Marylou Tahti
June 7, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to Donna and her family. We have very fond memories of the entire Baker family
Tara (Dreier) Sorensen
June 7, 2006
Kim, I am very sorry to hear about your dad. May your memories keep you smiling as he watches over you. My prayers are with you.
Tim Tahti & Family
June 7, 2006
Donna & Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I remember his smile at all the swim meets. Great man. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Jack Lundeen
June 7, 2006
Al was my best friend ever ! I have known Al since I was 15 years old, when I lived in Minot, ND. For 41 years I can say that he was the most genuine, kind and honest individual I have ever known. We could have written a book on all the things we did and all of the things we should not have done. I will miss him dearly.
Linda Halbritter
June 7, 2006
Donna, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. The memories from the days I spent at Wongs are wonderful ones, and Al was a big part of those memories. I hold all of your family in such high regard. You're in my prayers. Linda
Melissa Hanson
June 7, 2006
Hi Kimmy and Family...
Your dad was loved by many. His children and grandchildren will keep his legacy alive. My heart goes out to each of you.
Love, Melissa
Ruth and Jerry Feigum
June 7, 2006
We are so very sorry to leave of Mr Bakers death. The only way we knew him was from seeing him at Al Bakers which is the greatest restaurant South of the River. We just love going there for their rib dinner. When he was feeling well, he always took the time to speak and always had a smile. He will be missed and I can only hope the restaurant will continue on with the good food. Our sympathy is with you and your family.
Ellis Davis
June 7, 2006
A wonderful neighbor - Al will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to the Donna and the family.
Phyllis Barnack
June 7, 2006
Phyllis & "Barney" Barnack wish to epxress our condolences to the family.
Nikki Miller
June 7, 2006
Donna- Al will be so missed. His infectios smile will never be forgotten. You and your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and keep you strong during this hard time. All my love and support.
Nikki Miller (Formally Hennen- Ken and Joan's youngest daughter)
George & Faye Mashek
June 7, 2006
Donna, please accept our condolences. Al is up in heaven and probably cooking up a great feast for all to enjoy. We are unable to attend the wake or the funeral as we will be out of town. But please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Jo Ahmann
June 7, 2006
I'm so sorry to hear about Al. My prayers are with you and your family.
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