Bruce Willard Abrahamson

Bruce Willard Abrahamson, 80, of Roseville, passed away on April 28, 2021, after a long, brave fight with multiple health challenges. Born to Bill and Dorothy Abrahamson in St. Paul, Minnesota on August 9, 1940, Bruce was an Eagle Scout who spent his summers leading canoe trips for YMCA Camp St. Croix. At Central High School, he was a member of the swim team and Midway HI-Y, played violin in the orchestra, and met his life partner, Sharon. At Augsburg College, some may be surprised to learn, Bruce studied to become a minister. Bruce married Sharon Lee Pittelkow on April 2, 1960. He and "Cookie" celebrated 61 years of marriage, raised two daughters, and enjoyed traveling and hosting many family and friends on St. Croix River boat trips. Bruce first achieved national sales prominence as a regional manager for Velie Sales. Then as Vice President and co-owner of Action Automotive, he led sales and developed a second-to-none customer service and vendor relations program, helping grow the company as a leader in the five state area. In 1994, he retired early due to a cancer diagnosis. Always resilient, he survived his initial prognosis of five years and enjoyed 22 more of what he called "bonus years." He enjoyed fishing with the guys on Leech Lake, driving his classic cars to the annual Back to the Fifties car show with Cookie, and spending time with his beloved grandchildren. His bonus years also allowed him a new career as a Ramsey County Sheriff Reserve Deputy and Ramsey County Sheriff's Foundation board member where he received many awards for his 17 years of exemplary volunteer service. Bruce is survived and greatly loved by his spouse, Sharon "Cookie"; his adoring children, Lynne (Marty) Schoen and Lori Fritts; grandchildren, Brita (Brian Beutel) Carnine, Jamie (Alyssa) Fritts, Robbie Fritts, Kai Schoen, Soren Schoen and Tommy Fritts; great-grandchildren, Lachlan, Halden and Graham; brother, Kirk (Deanna) Abrahamson; sister-in-law, Sharon M. Abrahamson; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and great friends. Preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jerry. The funeral service is at 2:00 pm on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at Roselawn Cemetery Chapel in Roseville. Due to limited seating and COVID precautions, we ask you to join us by live stream at https://livestream.com/accounts/3288636/events/9659683 Interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to St. Therese Foundation for hospice care at St. Therese at St. Odilia in Shoreview, The YMCA for Camp St. Croix, or the Ramsey County Sheriff's Foundation.

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Bruce Willard Abrahamson

August 9, 1940 - April 28, 2021

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Bruce Willard Abrahamson

August 9, 1940 - April 28, 2021

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