Craig Allen Berndsen

Age 66, of Gem Lake, MN, passed away on May 13, 2023.

Preceded in death by parents, Al and Olga (Kysylyczyn) Berndsen; sister, Laurie Berndsen; Sandy’s mother, Eileen “Maude” Van Heel; and her brother, Ron Van Heel.

Survived by partner of 38 years, Sandy Olson; sister, Cheryl (Jerry) Waste; nieces, Brianne & Morgan Waste; Sandy’s children, Dan (Kelley) Olson, Lisa (Paul) Ruedy; Sandy’s grandchildren, Alyssa (Michael) Stampfle, Dylan Ruedy, Andi Olson & Brady Olson; Sandy’s great-grandchildren, Avery & Zoey Stampfle; Sandy’s sister, JoAnn McDonnell; and many dear friends.

Craig grew up in Roseville and graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School (Class of 1974). He worked for Old Dutch Foods for 49 years. Craig had too many talents to list; but anyone who knew him could attest that he could fix or build anything.  He had the biggest heart, enjoyed helping others and will be deeply missed.

Funeral service 11:00 AM Saturday, May 20, 2023 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home (Roseville), 2130 N. Dale St. at County Rd. B. Visitation at the funeral home from 9:00 - 11:00 AM Saturday.

Interment Elmhurst Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.