"Les and family, We are very sorry for your loss. We did not know your family but your words show family strength that everyone needs in this time. Our condolences. John and Cindy Ahrens "
In loving memory of
Denise Guderian
October 9, 1953 - July 9, 2021
The love of my life & the Matriarch of our family, Denise Diane Guderian 67 passed away peacefully at our home on Friday evening July 9th with her family by her side. Denise was 65 when she was diagnosed with Bile Duct Cancer. She battled this beast for two years & was a fighter until the end. Denise was born in St Cloud, MN & lived much of her childhood years growing up in Wahpeton, N.D. While in high school, she met the love of her life, me...Les Guderian of Breckenridge, MN. Denise & I were high school sweethearts & she was just 17 & I was 18 when we got married. She always said that we raised each other & I think she was right. Five years later, we started having kids & ended up with two boys & two girls. I always told her she was the yin to my yang, making us the perfect couple. She had so many talents...where do I begin? She took great pride in her garden & flowers. She had a green thumb & called her backyard her own personal Shangri-La. Denise & I celebrated our 50-year wedding anniversary this year with a party at our home on June 19th. This gave her a chance to see many friends & family members before her passing. Denise was a worker bee & a bit of a perfectionist. She worked at Benchmark Electronics for over 20 plus years & loved her job because of the many friends she made. Denise will be remembered for her kindness, her ever-present smile & her movie star looks. She truly was a beauty both inside & out. Besides being the best wife a man could ever have, she was also an unbelievable mom & grandma. Our four children include Kyle (Kathi) Guderian, grandchildren Trey, Emory & Finley from Fort Wayne, IN., David Guderian, Angela Guderian, & Kimberly (Paul) Jass-Mahoney, grandchildren Ben & Lainey from Winona. Denise super loved her grandchildren & her biggest regret was not being able to see them grow up. However, as she said...I guess God has other plans for me. Denise also leaves behind her two loving sisters Connie (Lee) Nelson & Schondra (Marty) Kassahn, as well as her brother Scott (Nicole) Siemers. Plus, a ton of other relatives & many friends. She was loved by so many & will be greatly missed! Her father, Gordon Siemers, preceded her in death with her mom Alma still going at 88 years old. God bless Denise! Be sure & hug someone today! Love you forever, Niece! See you in heaven!
A Memorial Celebration of Life for Denise will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, July 16, 2021 at the Hoff Celebration of Life Center in Goodview, MN. Visitation will be held from 1 - 3 p.m. on Friday, July 16, 2021 at Hoff Celebration of Life Center. Happy Hour will follow the service at the funeral home in Denise's honor. Please leave a memory of Denise and sign her online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com. Hoff Celebration of Life Center, Goodview, is assisting the family.
To view the livestream of Denise's service, click here: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1626397893125511
Tributes
"Les & family we are so sorry hear of Denises passing. What a wonderful tribute you wrote for her, Denise is smiling in heaven. We pray God holds you all in his loving arms, & gives you strength comfort & peace. Deb & Greg Seurer "
"So sorry for the loss of your lovely wife. I don\'t know if you will remember this but back in \'69 or \'70 you and your date missed the curve on the lake road. It was a January thaw and it had rained that day, road very slick. My husband, boyfriend at the time was bringing me home. We came across you and gave you a ride back to town. I graduated with Linda and see Lynette quite often. Rick is a friend of my brothers and Lynette a friend of my sister Joyce. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Jan Wolter Hoffman."
"I just watched the video! I need a hankie - cause the tears are coming. Les - you were so blessed to have Denise as your beloved wife for 50 years. She complimented you well. Where you were weak - she was strong and the same for you - where you were strong - she was weak. You were a beautiful couple and I know there is a big hole in your heart. She loved her family dearly and she was loved by so many. She treated our parents like they were her own. And I thought of her like another sister. She was quiet, but fit well into our family. Oh - so many memories of birthday parties and Christmas get togethers. She will be missed! May God give you His peace as you and your kids walk through this journey of loss. Love you all. Your sister- Linda "
"I worked with Denise for many years at BEI. She was kindness personified. Amy Nogosek"
"Lee, I have never met you or your wife, but through your words, I know God has welcomed a wonderful angel to heaven. Your wife\'s obituary is so eloquent, and heart warming. It speaks of a great woman, whose love and kindness was felt by her family and all she met. Your words make my heart ache for you and your family, but they also tell me how much you loved each other. What greater gift to each other than that kind of love. May you and your family feel peace with the knowledge that your wife is with God."
"Kim, Angela, Les, & Family,
I read the beautiful message about your wife, mom & Grandma , so sorry for your loss, I lost my Dad & Mom a few years back & feel for you all!
Hold her in your hearts & she will always be there with you! ??"
"Les and Family, I had the honor of meeting Denise many years ago through the radio events hosted around the area. Certain times you meet people and just know they are kind, caring and loving. This was Denise. We are so sorry for your loss! With your loss heaven gained and angel. Christi Braun & Phil Konkel"
"Dear Les and family, What a beautiful heartfelt tribute to an amazing woman. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family as you begin your journey of celebrating Denise\'s life. She will be missed by so many but will always be with each of you. Lee and Pat Buxengard"
"I have never read a more heart-filled obituary for a love one. My condolences to Les and his family. To draw strength in the days ahead remember Denise will always be within your hearts. "
"Guderian & Siemers families, We are so very sorry to learn of Denise?s passing. I will always remember her bright smile and how she could dance! She is a beautiful soul who will be missed and loved by many. Jane & Rex Kulla"
"Les & Family, We are deeply saddened for your loss. Denise was a very strong, kind, & generous person. We will cherish the wonderful memories of the times we have shared over the many years of our valuable friendship. We have lossed a great and dear friend. Gene & Gayle"
"my sympathy to Denises family....we were classmates of the WOP 1971 class. what a beautiful obit written in her honor and memory! HEAVEN will be brighter with her presence and will leave a void, remember ALL the memories, cherish them, they last forever........R.I.P. classmate! "
"Les and Family. I never knew your beautiful wife and mother but through working with Les during his radio career I feel like I knew her. We are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. God Bless each of you as your journey begins celebrating her life. Sending hugs and deepest heartfelt sympathy. Barb and Jeff Breza"
"Denise was always fun to work with. Her smile said it all!! God gained another angel!! RIP Denise! Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family!!"
"I wasn?t privileged to meet Denise but somehow her passing has affected me more than most. Someone truly I wish I had met. But I know Les and the smiles he shared on Facebook ultimately were from a wonderful married life and family. God bless you all! God bless Denise as she watches over those she knew and loved."
"I loved working with Denise! She was a kind and fun coworker and was missed when she retired. So sorry for your loss and many prayers to your family. "
"Denise was always thinking of others. Even just one week ago we received a gift and card for the birth of our new daughter from her. So thoughtful even in moments of pain when she only needed to care for herself. Her life was definitely too short and she will be missed. Love and prayers to the family during this difficult time. "
"Les and family, may God give you comfort in this time of your loss. My sincere prayers and sympathy during this difficult time. "
"Les & family, So sorry for the loss of Denise. I worked with her at Benchmark. She will truly missed. Shelly Strege "