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Program Partners, Tributes, and Memorials – Summer 2026

Gilda's Club Minnesota June 18, 2026

Summer 2026 Program Partners

Gilda’s Club programs are made possible through the incredible work of our volunteers, subject matter experts, and program partners. These partnering organizations share our vision that no one should have to face cancer alone, and we thank them for their work!

Do you want to be a part of the generous group of people and organizations who help make our program dreams a reality? Consider partnering on some of our member programs! If you are interested in learning more, please contact Bridget Eickhoff, Program Director, at 952-767-7627 or Bridget.Eickhoff@GildasClubMN.org.

Honoring our members who have recently died:

  • Pamela Aasen
  • Mary E. Betterman
  • Rita Winegardner

This list represents members whose passing in March – May 2026 that Gilda’s Club is aware of. If your loved one is missing from this list, we apologize. Please reach out to us at 612-227-2147 or Info@GildasClubMN.org to let us know of your loss.

Honors and Tributes – Spring 2026

All of Gilda’s Club Minnesota’s programs are free. One means of keeping our programming free is through the generosity of our members, family, and friends. The gifts below were made in honor or in memory of loved ones.

In Memory of:

  • Valerie Aldrich
  • Gretchen Bergman
  • David Clements
  • Mark Earp
  • Wendell German
  • Dr. Luisa Hornstein
  • Janet Kinzler
  • Elaine Kluge
  • Linda Loomis
  • Debra McMahon
  • Bridgette O’Brien
  • Vickie Ross
  • Barbara Steichen Mikes
  • John Steichen
  • Jim Thomas
  • Nancy Uden
  • Patricia Veitenheimer
  • Rita Winegardner
  • Lee

In Honor of:

  • Karn Anderson
  • Rita Berg
  • Eva Boehm
  • Julia Clemens
  • David Clements
  • Ginny Grossman
  • Heather Kaiser
  • Nancy Madson
  • Gail Munsell
  • Rita Winegardner
  • Donna
  • Kate

To make a tribute gift today in memory or honor of a loved one, visit our Donate page.

Published as part of the June 2026 GildaGram Newsletter.