Curtis Richard Hedding

Curtis Richard Hedding

Curt Hedding, (87), of Burnsville, Minnesota passed away on Friday, March 1st, 2024 surrounded by his family. Curt was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. Curt was born to S. W. (Bill) and Eleanor Hedding on January 30, 1937. He grew up in Minneapolis and achieved recognition as an accomplished Golden Glove Boxer before graduating from Patrick Henry High School in 1955. He subsequently enlisted in the Marine Corps, serving our country in California from 1956 to 1958. Upon returning, Curt pursued a business degree at the University of Minnesota, where he met his cherished wife Jan and served as the social chairman of the SAE fraternity.

Curt was preceded in death by his parents S. W. (Bill) and Eleanor Hedding, as well as his sisters Mary Cheese and Joanie (Warnie Knight). He is survived by his beloved wife, Jan; his daughters Linda (Paul Berdusco), Vickie (Pete Hendrickson), and Cheri (Shawn Miller); his grandchildren Nicole, Jack, Adam, Jake, Josh, Joe, Josie, Calder, and Corbin; and his siblings John (Leslie) and Beth (Walter).

Throughout his life, Curt exhibited exceptional dedication and perseverance. From a young age until his mid-eighties, he worked tirelessly, holding positions with various retail companies, earning promotions, opening stores, and moving throughout the United States. Eventually Curt and Jan moved their young family back to Minnesota to be near their extended family. They built a home in Burnsville where Curt and Jan lived for fifty years. Ultimately, Curt established his own business, Hedding Sales & Service, where he served as a regional account manager with his Manufacturer’s Sales Representative Agency for over three decades. His passion, enthusiasm, and relentless work ethic earned him numerous accolades throughout his career.

Curt cherished his family time, spending summers indulging in some of his favorite pastimes of boating and golfing and annual vacations at Gull Lake with Jan, their children and eventually grandchildren. Curt and Jan also enjoyed traveling together. Their favorite destinations included Hawaii, Las Vegas, Florida, and visiting family in California.

An avid sports enthusiast, Curt was a dedicated Vikings fan and held season tickets for over thirty years. He took immense pleasure in cheering on his daughters and grandchildren at their sporting events. Curt’s family was his pride and joy. His commitment to their well-being and his generosity, guidance, and unconditional love will never be forgotten. He was one of a kind. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him and he will be deeply missed.

A celebration of Curt's life will be held at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church, 5025 Knox AVE S, MPLS, MN 55419, on Monday, March 11. Visitation at 10:30 AM, Service at 11:30 AM followed by a luncheon, 2 PM interment at Lakewood Cemetery, 3600 Hennepin AVE, MPLS, MN 55408.

memorial service

Celebration of Life

March 11, 2024

Mount Olivet Lutheran Church 5025 Knox Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419, USA

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services