Todd was born in St. Paul on June 24, 1956 to Roy and Catherine Sandell. He began his police career in the City of Eveleth in 1976 and continued with the Richfield Police Department in 1978 (38-year law enforcement career), retiring in May 2014. He married the love of his life, Lori Anderson, on September 15, 1978, and had two children.
Todd was preceded by his parents, Roy and Catherine, and sister Linda LaVenture. He is survived by his loving wife, Lori; two sons Nick (Jenny), Scott (Julie); five grandchildren Nolan, Aiden, Taylor, Josh and Piper; great grandchild Bryar; and extended family and friends, including his siblings Larry, Curt (Michele), Tim (Marie) and Kim (Jeff).
A visitation will be held at 9am until the time of service at 11am on Friday, February 10, 2023 at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 1583 Radio Dr., Woodbury, MN. Lunch will be provided following the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Todd’s name to AFTD, www.theaftd.org.