Age 78 of St Paul, passed away on June 26, 2025 after a short illness. Preceded in death by sister Maureen McCarty, and brother, Kevin. Survived by wife, Ruth; sisters, Sheila Kautman, Molly LeClair (John), Kathleen Cole (Grant); nieces, Shawn, Chris, Micaela, Vanessa, and Erin; and nephew, Matthew. Private memorial service. Donations to the Animal Humane Society of MN.