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Gregory's obituary

Gregory Harold Tofte, 72, of Tofte, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family following a battle with cancer on November 28, 2024.

Greg was born on August 6, 1952, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Orton and Margaret (Anderson) Tofte. He grew up in Tofte and graduated from Cook County High School and Golden Valley Lutheran College. Greg was an accomplished and gifted builder and crafted many beautiful homes along the North Shore throughout his career.

Greg is survived by his wife of 44 years, Meg Tofte; his children, Hans (Karissa) Tofte and Bjorn (Andrea Molina) Tofte; his cherished grandchildren, Magnus, Vincent, and Raphael; his siblings, Orton Jr. (Karen), Terry (Rebecca), Margaret (Bill Altemus), Ellie (Jeff Holte), Brian (Kelly), and Scott (Brenda); and 21 nieces and nephews. Greg was preceded in death by his parents, sister-in-law Sally Tofte, brother-in-law David Wilks, and his two older brothers, Michael and Kirk.

Greg will be remembered for his kindness and generosity, his unwavering optimism that inspired those around him, and his deep love for his family and friends, of which there were many. Above all, spending time with each of his grandsons was the greatest joy of his life.

A celebration of Greg’s life will​​ be held in Tofte in the spring. Details regarding the time and location will be shared when available.

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We thank Greg every time we go to our North Shore home!  He did so many extra things that made the place so special!! W…
We thank Greg every time we go to our North Shore home!  He did so many extra things that made the …
We thank Greg every time we go to our North Shore home!  He did …
Greg was able to visit and sit with Leonard Sobonja, our high school principal, along with Duane Ege which allowed his …
Greg was able to visit and sit with Leonard Sobonja, our high school principal, along with Duane Eg…
Greg was able to visit and sit with Leonard Sobonja, our high sc…
I first met Greg, when we were both 19, when he showed me the "safe" way to jump off the cliff and into the Temperance …
I first met Greg, when we were both 19, when he showed me the "safe" way to jump off the cliff and …
I first met Greg, when we were both 19, when he showed me the "s…
Our deepest sympathies to the Tofte family.  We live in Minneapolis but have always loved the North Shore and built a c…
Our deepest sympathies to the Tofte family.  We live in Minneapolis but have always loved the North…
Our deepest sympathies to the Tofte family.  We live in Minneapo…

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