Bruce Alderink Birkeland

When Bruce A. Birkeland, 59, lifelong Minneapolis champion and resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on June 2, 2023, the world became hushed and lost some of its captivating charm. He lived life to the fullest with infectious joy and vigor. He met everyone with the same enthusiasm and respect; no matter if you were a childhood friend, neighbor, struggling stranger, or person of import. He was a friend to all and always generous with his time, talk, and talent. Self-made and self-taught, he used his larger-than-life personality, perseverance, and wit to succeed. He was preceded in death by his parents, Florence and Sigvard, and sister Linda Singer. Privileged to carry his legacy are his devoted and loving wife of 30 years, Di, and his beloved sons and daughter-in-law, Dane (Katie) and Soren, all of whom he was incredibly proud of. He is deeply missed by his brother Sigvard (Holly) with children Alek (Dawn), Hans (Kalli), and Berit (Josh), sisters Celeste Birkeland (John Black) and Karin Birkeland (Lee Mitau) with children Birk Mitau and Alida Mitau, and brother-in-law Bruce Singer. He also leaves behind cherished childhood friends as well as hundreds of others who will remember him as a loyal confidant, the life of every party, and generous friend, role-model, brother, and father-figure. He found infinite joy uniting families with homes over his 35-year realty career working with his stellar team of Scott Acker and Amanda Johnson. In his personal life, he was a music aficionado, accomplished chef, a true-believer Minnesota sports fan, and a community mainstay. He always made time to reminisce about the early days, First Avenue days, restaurant days, and Coldwell Banker days. He contained multitudes and he lived life thoroughly. He will be missed immensely. A final thank you to the entire care staff at Abbott Northwestern Hospital who continuously went above and beyond for Bruce's care. To celebrate his life and his love for those who were lucky enough to know him, services will be held at Central Lutheran Church located at 333 South 12th St., Minneapolis, MN, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 2:00 pm preceded by a visitation at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to one of the following Kenwood Elementary School, Project for Pride in Living, and We Love Lake Street Fund in honor of Bruce Birkeland.

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Bruce Alderink Birkeland

August 23, 1963 - June 2, 2023

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Bruce Alderink Birkeland

August 23, 1963 - June 2, 2023

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