Gotfredson, Jean Marie age 84, born September 12, 1937, passed away unexpectedly on October 30, 2021 surrounded by loved ones. Jean is survived by her husband of 63 years, Jerome Gotfredson; siblings Luther Larson and Barbara Pennington; children Jeffrey Gotfredson, James Gotfredson, Jill Schaberg (Jesse), Joel Gotfredson, and Jennifer (Jeremy) Feldmann; grandchildren Jacob (Maggie), Adam (Jessica), Eric (Marwa), Jessica, & Nicole (Ethan); and great-grandchildren Eric Jr., Davis, Aubrey, Jude, Dahlia, Jericho, Parker, and Penelope; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly. A Celebration of Life for Jean will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 8th at Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, 5212 41st Avenue S., Minneapolis, MN, 55417, preceded by a visitation beginning at 1:00 pm. The service will also be live-streamed and recorded via the church's web page: trinityfalls.org. Reception following at the Wold-Chamberlain American Legion Post 99, 5600 34th Avenue S., Minneapolis, MN 55417. The use of masks is required at the church and is strongly encouraged at the reception site. Memorials should be made to Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, Minneapolis, MN. Jean was a loving, caring person who brought light into every room she entered. She lived every day through her faith and love for Jesus Christ. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, knitting, gardening, and participating in Operation Christmas Child. Jean touched many hearts throughout her lifetime with her ongoing generosity and kindness. Her courageous spirit and giving heart are things that will never be forgotten. "Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed, and very dear."

Published on November 7, 2021