Per Minneapolis Star Obit: 

"Age 67 of St Paul.  An inspiration to all, Jack loved his family with all his being and he was so loved in return.  His pride in his sons Jason (Stephanie) and Jarrett (Kristi) was as enormous as their admiration of him.  He adored his grandchildern, Riley, Bryn, Tyler, and Carly, cherishing every minute with them.  Devoted to wife Jane for nearly 49 years, his consummate love for her encompassed every fiber of his being for more than 50 years.  Sisters, Barb Bredesen (Todd) and Linda were an integral part of his close-knit family.  Brother Jim lives near Seattle and is missed.  Please gather with Jack's family and friends to honor his life, his work, his loves; Summit Manor, 275 Summit Avenue, St Paul, Saturday, March 15, 1-3pm."