Phillip G. Ronning

Age 69, of Maple Grove, passed away on October 3, 2016.

Preceded by parents, Claude and Agnes Ronning; brother, David Ronning.

He will be missed by his wife, Carolyn Nelson; Son, Chad (Brandi) Ronning; Daughter, Melissa (Jason) Gemmell; Step Daughter, Jennifer (Dave) Tompson; Step son, Todd (Kara) Guelker; Sisters, Claudia (Kenny) Heuer, Carol Bergman, Elizabeth (George) Christopherson; Grandchildren, Ava, Chloe and Noelle Ronning; Aidan, Milena, Ellie, Josie, Hannah, Ronan and Claire Gemmell; Ryan and Tyler Thompson; Mother in law, Margaret Nelson; Joann (Bob) Patras; many nephews, nieces, special friends, friends from St. Therese Residence in New Hope and cats, Buffy and Ginger.

We have lost a terrific husband, father, Papa and friend. A special thanks to Fairview Partners Hospice.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 am Friday (10/14/16) at Good Shepherd Catholic Church (145 Jersey Ave. S., Golden Valley) Visitation 9:00 am until the time of service on Friday at the church.

Interment in Gethsemane Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials requested to, Options for Women Clinic, PO Box 117, 204 Central Ave. St Michael, MN 55376