Obituary of Elva Marion Bildsoe

Elva Marion Bildsoe, age 98, of St. Paul, Minnesota died peacefully on July 23, 2024.

Marion was born on November 27, 1925, in Highland Park, Michigan to Neil M. and Elva J. Leslie. She had three sisters, Vivian, Joy and Jean, whom she adored. She was blessed to be part of a loving family, with many nieces and nephews who loved and supported each other.

Jorgen and Marion met in 1954, after Jorgen moved from Denmark to Detroit. They were married in 1955. With their marriage, Marion gained her wonderful Danish family with whom she enjoyed a close relationship. She was always fond of saying that her life began when she met Jorgen. They had two sons, Tim and Mark, who were the center of their lives. In 1963, Jorgen and Marion became Christians when they committed their lives to Jesus Christ. They lived in Royal Oak, Michigan, until they relocated to St. Paul in 1974.

In 2012, Marion lost her dear Jorgen, her husband and dearest friend.

She is survived by her son Tim Bildsoe, of Excelsior, Minnesota, wife, Kathleen Frey and grandchildren, Caroline (Andy) Burns, Alexandra Bildsoe, Connor Frey and Parker Frey; and son, Mark Bildsoe of Eau Claire, WI, Nicole Billings and her daughter, Anna Billings.

Marion was grateful for the many wonderful people who offered her love and kindness during her life, including many nieces and nephews plus her dear friends, Bev Hintz, Pam Pearce, Carolyn Larson and Marlys Olson.

A funeral service will be held at North Heights Lutheran Church at 2701 Rice Street, Roseville, MN on Tuesday, August 27th with the visitation from 10:00 – 11:00 AM and the service starting at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Little Hospice of Edina.

Marion was ever thankful to God for His faithfulness. All by Grace!