Jeanne Marie Reuter Bloomquist
With loved ones by her side, Jeanne Marie Reuter Bloomquist passed away peacefully on May 29th, 2026.
Jeanne had a creative spirit, which she expressed in different ways throughout her life. An accomplished and gleeful dancer, her family will always remember her tap dancing in the kitchen because she couldn't resist the urge to join along any time she watched a musical. She was also passionate about literature, publishing poetry and short stories in her youth.
Her Danish in-laws lovingly call Jeanne their "livstykke": an unusually vivacious, energic, and positive person. She had a signature, undeniably contagious laugh that brightened any room she was in, and, above all, Jeanne cared deeply and generously for the people in her life. Whatever you needed, whenever you needed it, she would make herself available.
Jeanne's real legacy is the way she modeled the power of chosen family, having the rare ability to turn the people around her into a community. She was especially active in Gamblers Anonymous (GA), building deep connections with many, many people. As Jeanne learned and grew through her own recovery journey, she shared, listened, and facilitated a space for reflection and meaningful, enduring relationships.
The trajectory of Jeanne's life was changed by a serious recurrence of cancer a year before her passing. In spite - and because - of this change, Jeanne led with love, authenticity and gratitude. Despite the darkening political mood also developing during this time, Jeanne continued to find ways to help other people, participating in protests against ICE, who are still currently invading the streets and people's homes.
Jeanne is survived by her husband Mark, sons Ted and Martin, daughter Dana (Sille), two grandchildren Sixten and Owen, brother Mike (Candy), sister Nancy (Jim) and in-laws in Denmark, as well as the countless people who bore witness to life alongside her. Jeanne is preceded in death by her parents, Chuck and Fay and kindred spirit Bruce Fraser.
Jeanne and her family extend their deepest gratitude to oncologist Dr. Kathryn Moore and the team at Frauenshuh Cancer Center, who provided excellent care and were always a source of clarity, dignity, and empathy.
Visitation at Gearty Delmore Park Chapel, 3960 Wooddale Ave S, St. Louis Park on Thursday, July 9, from 4 to 7 PM. Memorial service at Edina Community Lutheran Church, 4113 W. 54th Street, Minneapolis on Friday, July 10: visitation at 10 AM; service at 11 AM; and lunch to follow. gearty-delmore.com
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