Baukner, James D. Age 90, of Maple Grove, passed away June 10, 2024. Preceded in death by birth parents John and Marie Gabriel; adoptive parents Joseph and Mary Baukner; 4 brothers and 3 sisters. Survived by wife of 70 years, Lucy; children, Barbara Van Auken, Steve (Vicki) Baukner, Sue (Paul) Brost; 5 grandsons, Erik (Jessica) Brost, Jon (Natalie) Brost, Luke Baukner, Jared Baukner, Joe Van Auken (Ariel Agmon); favorite granddaughter, Katie-Kate Van Auken (Andy Cole); 6 great-grandchildren, Zacariah, Adley, Blake, Brighton, Cameron, Maximilian; many other relatives and friends. Robbinsdale High School Graduate of 1952. US Army Service 1953-1955. Proud manufacturing engineer at MTS and Control Data. Memorial service Thursday June 20, 12:30 PM at Cremation Society of Minnesota, 7835 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park. Visitation 1/2 hour prior to service. Memorials to American Heart Association.

Published on June 16, 2024