Leroy Greenfield

Greenfield, LeRoy 76, of Edina, passed away Monday, February 28, 2017 after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. The brightest light in any room, we loved him deeply. Survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 56 years, Jan; two daughters, Ann Greenfield-Tesmer and Sara (Tim) Nelson; two beautiful granddaughters, Olivia (20) and Ava (16); brother Robert (Hazel) Greenfield; sister Mary (John) Dugan; and sisters-in-law, Cindy Greenfield and Nancy Greenfield. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fritz and Gladys Greenfield and brothers, Morris Greenfield & Phil Greenfield. LeRoy had many beloved relatives from the Knutson, Schultz and Timmer clans, and a lifetime of friends. Special thanks to Joe, Jerry, Bruce, Jim and Chad who supported, loved and laughed with him throughout his illness. LeRoy was born in Pease, MN on July 23, 1940. He was known for riding his tricycle up 169 in search of fun with his Timmer cousins, or when his "wheels" got too small, hitchhiking to a watch a game with the Toussaints who owned a TV. LeRoy "Greenie," excelled in both football and basketball for Milaca High School and basketball for St. Cloud University. He met with his high school football teammates and coach regularly until recently. LeRoy had a successful career in the Optical business, first in sales and then as an owner of Twin City Optical. Along the way he made cherished friends who became family. An avid sports fan, fisherman and big game hunter, he loved a great hand of 500, Gin or Bridge, and he looked forward to the annual shuffleboard tournament at Roy Lake. Whether on the court, field, at the card table or in a fishing boat, he was playfully competitive often wagering for the "first" or "biggest fish," "The Golden Puck" or "Championship of the World." He shared many games of "H-O-R-S-E" and "Around the World" while playfully mentoring the neighbor kids. Walking and chatting with neighbors gave him great joy. His spotless garage was a gathering place for tale-telling and entertaining kids with his trophies and "talking deer." Everything was more fun because of LeRoy's witty enthusiasm. Throughout his life, our "Papa" was an amazing husband, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and Christian. He taught us how to love life, and most importantly, how to LIVE life. His humble beginnings shaped him into the kind, chivalrous & generous man he was. Papa, an early riser, wanted everyone else "up-and-at-em" too, so we could all be up to enjoy another day. Whistling "Tiny Bubbles" and wearing his wolf coat, LeRoy's in heaven now, fondly looking down on all of the people he loved. Memorial Service 11 AM on Monday March 13, 2017 at Normandale Lutheran Church, 6100 Normandale Rd. in Edina, with visitation one hour prior. Private family interment at a later date. Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

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Leroy Greenfield

February 28, 2017

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