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Bruce Bliss DAYTON

1918 - 2015

BORN

1918

DIED

2015

Bruce DAYTON Obituary

Age 97 Businessman, Philanthropist, and Community Leader Died peacefully of old age November 13, 2015, at home in Long Lake, surrounded by the love of his family. His wife and children and grandchildren are so moved by and grateful for the magnificent tributes and outpouring of love for Bruce Dayton in so many forms over the past few days. They know that he also would be deeply touched. A Service in Celebration of the Life of Bruce Bliss Dayton will be held Thursday, November 19, at 4:00 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1200 Marquette Ave., Minneapolis. Those who cannot attend may take part online at westminstermpls.org (click Live Stream at the top of the screen). Memorials preferred to the Minneapolis Institute of Art or a charity of the donor's choice.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Nov. 17 to Nov. 19, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
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McGhee

November 19, 2015

In this difficult time in your life, may the memories of a life well-lived help comfort your family. Hold tight to those memories...Lean on each other for support...And look to Gods word for strength and comfort.

November 18, 2015

To Mr. Dayton, his family, his brothers and extended family: Thank-you. Your's was the Gold Standard for a department store.
Thank-you. That kind of success and endurance takes a unique work ethic and outlook on serving the community. Quality of merchandise and customer service never seemed compromised. Thank-you.

Peace.
A Customer since the 1950's.

November 17, 2015

May it comfort you to know that God, as well as others, care. So sorry for your loss.

Sincerely

November 17, 2015

My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

November 16, 2015

May our Heavenly Father give you comfort and peace during your time of bereavement....

November 16, 2015

My sincere condolences for your loss. May our loving Heavenly Father strengthen the family and those who were closer to Mr. Dayton in enduring the loss of their beloved one.

November 16, 2015

Dayton Family,

Our condolences to your family at this difficult time. Keeping all in our prayers. Treasure his memory. May the God who gives peace be with all of you--RO.15:33

J F

November 15, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

terry martini

November 14, 2015

rest in peace and thank you for creating target and my condolences to the family

Rosa Bogar

November 14, 2015

Mr. Bruce Dayton ,your legacy will be a treasure for generations to come. for those in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the nation and the world! " May you now rest in God's love".

November 14, 2015

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.

November 14, 2015

Beloveds, I know he will truly be missed. May you draw comfort from God who will sustain you and give you peace . . .

November 14, 2015

Sorry to hear of the loss of Bruce Dayton. A good name is better than good oil, and the day of death is better than the day of birth. May peace and comfort find the Dayton family during this difficult time!

November 14, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

November 14, 2015

May the God of all comfort bless you with peace and strength during this time of sorrow. We are very sorry for your loss. He lived such a long life, cherish those warm memories.

November 14, 2015

I know he will truly be missed. Deepest condolences to the family and all who knew him and loved him. We all look forward to the day John5:25 will come true for all the ones we love and lost

Corrie

November 13, 2015

IThank you for helping a business to grow. I have been with the company for years. Rip

Scott Chamberland

November 13, 2015

Rest in Peace

Lynn

November 13, 2015

My sincere condolences to the family. Cherish your fond memories.Draw close to God in prayer during this difficult time -James 4:8.

November 13, 2015

Thank you for your contibutions to America's retail history. Our heartfelt sympathy to his family.

J. Lewis

November 13, 2015

My sincere condolences for the loss of Bruce Dayton. May the memories you have shared over the years help to ease the pain you now feel. But even more so, may "the God all comfort" be with you and strengthen you during this difficult time.(Psalm 145:14,18)

Patty Davis

November 13, 2015

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Dayton family. May the most high God found at Psalms 83:18 give you strength and hope in your time of need.

Rick

November 13, 2015

To the DAYTON FAMILY in their time of grief, I'm truly sorry for your loss. Drawing close to 'God' at this difficult time will strengthen you. (James 4:8)

Elaine

November 13, 2015

So sorry for the loss of Mr. Bryce Dayton.Some of my earliest memories are shopping with my mom at my favorite store, J.L. Hudson's in Detroit, Michigan!! I also love shopping at Target and Macy's. Thank you so much for your family's contributions.

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Celebration of Life

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