Schwartzkopf led life of service David “Dave” Schwartzkopf, a leader in Minnesota’s disability community for many years, will be remembered at a private memorial service in June. Schwartzkopf died in…
Category: In Memoriam
In Memoriam
Sannes led disability services Judy (Boettcher) Sannes was an early leader in disability services for the region’s college students. Sannes died in February after a hard-fought battle with dementia. She…
In Memoriam
Mental health was her focus Marcia Kay Taylor Lovejoy used her lived experience with mental illness to advocate for others, at the local and national levels. Lovejoy died in late 2021, She…
In Memoriam: Weston, Schmidt, Larson
Weston valued personal connections David Weston dedicated his life to meeting people and connecting with them. Weston as struck and killed by a Duluth Transit Authority bus while outside at…
In Memoriam: Franke, Fury-Fistman, Hult
Franke define life by his attitude Ronald “Ron” Franke approached life with multiple sclerosis by utilizing his active keen mind and sense of humor. He reminded people to choose to…
In Memoriam: Appleby, Hilgendorf
Appleby was award winner Calvin “Cal” Appleby believed that everyone had the potential to be and do good. He reached out to those often marginalized by society, including people with…