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David Kirk ROE

Male 1924 - 2017  (92 years)


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  • Name David Kirk ROE 
    Birth 30 Nov 1924  Hennepin County, Minnesota Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Gender Male 
    Death 13 Feb 2017  Scott County, Minnesota Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Burial Oak Hill Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Notes 
    • Roe, David K. age 92, of Apple Valley; passed away peacefully on February 13, surrounded by family. Preceded in death recently by loving wife of 70 years, Audrey; parents Leona and Ole Roe; brother Marion R. Roe; sister Leola Grand; grandson Ryan Olson. Survived by daughters Judy Grudem, Nancy Holtz, and Susie Olson; grandchildren David Grudem, Jerry (Jenni) Grudem, Kimberly Ellis, Jeff Grudem, Eric Hanson (Nikki Helland), Karen Hanson Bondi (Mark Bondi), Jen (Jake) Talarico, Sara (Mitchell) Nohrenberg, Jerry Olson; great-grandchildren Helena (Steven) Thate; Christine O'Hair, Ian Grudem, Justin and Jamie Grudem, Jerod, Jaylond and Javon Ellis, Willa and Thea Hanson, Keira, Siena, Conor and Taylor Bondi, Thomas, Ezra and Audrey Talarico, Samantha and Madison Nohrenberg; great-great-grandson Soren Thate; brother, Richard L. Roe, and many other relatives and dear friends. Lovingly known as Boppa to his grandchildren, he always enjoyed time spent with family. Audrey was the love of his life and he missed her dearly. Dave attended public schools in Minneapolis and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII between 1942 and 1946. Upon discharge from the Navy, he joined the Lathers Union and was elected Business Agent in 1952. He represented the Minneapolis and State Building and Construction Trades Councils, and also served as a District Vice President of the Minnesota AFL-CIO and Vice President of the Minneapolis Central Labor Union Council. He was active in the DFL, ran for mayor of Minneapolis in 1961, and was a delegate to all Democratic National Conventions from 1960 - 1984. Dave was elected President of the Minnesota AFL-CIO in 1966, and led the labor movement in successful efforts to secure collective bargaining rights for public sector workers, OSHA, tip credit, equal rights for women and enacting Minnesota's first minimum wage. He was always working to make life better for others. Following his retirement in 1984, he continued his work on behalf of labor, most notably as the driving force behind creation of a Workers Memorial Garden on the State Capitol grounds. Dave also served on the Board of Regents for the University of Minnesota for 12 years, retiring from the Board in 1993. He served on numerous boards and commissions over the years, including his recent term on the Minnesota Racing Commission. Dave was also very proud of his membership in the American Legion, Bearcat Post #504, and served as its Commander until his passing. Special thanks to the Allina Hospice team and the staff at St. Gertrude's TCU for the loving care provided. We are forever grateful for all the kindness shown during his recent stay. Private Interment Oak Hill Cemetery.
    Person ID I13720  Don Carlson's Tree
    Last Modified 27 Jun 2017 

    Father Ole ROE,   b. 6 Jan 1895, Norway Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 14 Feb 1981, Hennepin County, Minnesota Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 86 years) 
    Mother Leona Marie CLAASSEN,   b. 10 Mar 1906, Nebraska Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 12 Sep 1996, Hennepin County, Minnesota Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 90 years) 
    Marriage 3 Nov 1922  North Dakota Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Family ID F9765  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family Audrey Helen HANSON,   b. Abt 1925   d. 22 Oct 2016, Minnesota Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 91 years) 
    Marriage 17 Aug 1946  Hennepin County, Minnesota Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Family ID F10218  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 12 Aug 2010