June Marie Broadhurst

life story

Mum and Sister, forever loved.

June Marie Broadhurst passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 5, 2026. Born on March 18, 1961 in St. Louis Park, June knew deeply the goodness and grace of the Lord and believed with confidence that she is now free from pain and suffering. The ring she wore is engraved with the message, “For I know the plans I have for you” (Jeremiah 29:11).

June is survived by her daughter, Leslie Griffith; sons Brandon and Elliott (Katie) Broadhurst; and granddaughter Ziggy. She is also survived by her brothers Jim (Margaret), Mark, and Scott Lauer; sisters Suzanne (Corky) Pforr, Anita (Doug) Nelson, and Shannon Lauer; and stepmother Saundra Lauer. She also leaves behind many beloved extended family members, including nephews Dylan (Amy) and Garrett (Brittany) Pforr, and nieces Mandy Johnson and Lindsay (Michael) Abraham and their families.

She was welcomed home to the Lord by her sister Debbie Johnson and her parents, Henrietta Lauer and Val Lauer.

Our Baby June was greatly loved and will be dearly missed.

memorial service

Visitation and a Church Service, followed by a light lunch

August 29, 2026

Parkside Church 9560 Paradise Ln, Waconia, MN 55387, USA

Visitation begins at 10:10am.

Service begins at 11:11am.

A light lunch will be served following the service at Parkside Church.

About June

June’s adventurous spirit led her to enlist in the United States Air Force at the age of 19, eager to see the world. She served as a member of the Military Police and was stationed in England for 3 years. After her discharge, she returned to the United States, but she missed the rain and fog of England and soon made her way back. She then remarried and eventually emigrated with her family to sunny Australia for another great adventure.

June spent the next 22 years in Australia raising her two sons while building a career in government social services. In 2013, after much deliberation, she felt called to return to Minnesota. She often said she believed God was urging her to be closer to her extended family. Within eight months of returning home, she received her cancer diagnosis.

For the next 12 years, June endured surgeries and treatments with remarkable strength, courage, humor, and grace. Until her passing, she was employed by Xcel Energy, where she was recognized as an outstanding trainer and mentor.

Throughout her cancer journey, June was surrounded by the steadfast love and support of close family and friends. She was a strong and independent woman who cared deeply for her family, friends, and anyone in need of a helping hand or kind word. June had a gift for decorating and a wonderful eye for color. Whether painting walls or creating note cards, she filled her home with bright colors that reflected her joy for life.