Sheldon Henry Pigeon of Champlin, Minnesota passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at the age of 83. Born on July 14, 1940 in Erskine, MN, Sheldon grew up on a small family farm in Brooks. A lifelong hard worker, he was a member of Teamsters Local 120 in Blaine for 30 years and worked as a truck driver with McLean, Carolina and ABF Freight System Inc. in Minneapolis and St. Paul. After retirement, Sheldon spent summers mowing lawns at Medina Golf and Country Club in Medina and Fox Hollow Golf Club in St. Michael. Throughout his life, he sought to instill a strong work ethic in himself and those around him.
Sheldon was actively involved with the Knights of Columbus in Osseo, coaching his children in football, baseball, and softball as they grew up. An avid sports fan, he cheered on the Minnesota Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves, and Wild throughout their seasons as well. His encyclopedic knowledge of every sport was the source of many interesting and insightful conversations.
Sheldon will especially be remembered for his kind heart. He was a helpful neighbor and volunteered taking care of the berms, irrigation, and tree trimming for the homeowner's association in his neighborhood in Champlin. He spent many winters in Destin, FL and Mesa, AZ with his wife, Rosalie. In Mesa, he worked on small neighborhood projects with his good friend Bob Yates. In the summers, he fished and camped with friends and family, especially at the cabin on Clearwater Lake. Always willing to lend a hand, he was a loyal friend to all around him.
Sheldon treasured spending time with and supporting his grandchildren, and he made an effort to be at as many of their sporting and arts events as he could. Gregarious, inviting, and friendly, he could be found making conversation with just about anyone on the sidelines or in the audience, even if they had never met. Sheldon's hearty laugh could be heard in any crowd, and he gave others so much joy throughout his life.
Friends, family, and faith were Sheldon's foundation. Family holidays were times of celebration, from Easter egg hunts and Christmas dinners to trick-or-treating and 4th of July campfires. His family will always remember laughing and sharing special moments with him.
Sheldon is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Marie (Champagne) Pigeon, and his sisters, Harriet (David) Perrault and Veronica (Leonard) Boucher. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rosalie, and his loving children: Rhonda (Keith) Grewe, Sheila (Brian) Bourassa, Connie Pigeon (Amy Yungner), Michael (Amy) Pigeon, and Deanna Pigeon. Also surviving are his beloved grandchildren, Sam (Jennifer), Sally, Mitchell, John, and Anna, and his great-granddaughter, Anastasia. He is survived by many nieces and nephews as well. He will be deeply missed and will always hold a treasured place in the hearts of his family.
Sheldon was actively involved with the Knights of Columbus in Osseo, coaching his children in football, baseball, and softball as they grew up. An avid sports fan, he cheered on the Minnesota Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves, and Wild throughout their seasons as well. His encyclopedic knowledge of every sport was the source of many interesting and insightful conversations.
Sheldon will especially be remembered for his kind heart. He was a helpful neighbor and volunteered taking care of the berms, irrigation, and tree trimming for the homeowner's association in his neighborhood in Champlin. He spent many winters in Destin, FL and Mesa, AZ with his wife, Rosalie. In Mesa, he worked on small neighborhood projects with his good friend Bob Yates. In the summers, he fished and camped with friends and family, especially at the cabin on Clearwater Lake. Always willing to lend a hand, he was a loyal friend to all around him.
Sheldon treasured spending time with and supporting his grandchildren, and he made an effort to be at as many of their sporting and arts events as he could. Gregarious, inviting, and friendly, he could be found making conversation with just about anyone on the sidelines or in the audience, even if they had never met. Sheldon's hearty laugh could be heard in any crowd, and he gave others so much joy throughout his life.
Friends, family, and faith were Sheldon's foundation. Family holidays were times of celebration, from Easter egg hunts and Christmas dinners to trick-or-treating and 4th of July campfires. His family will always remember laughing and sharing special moments with him.
Sheldon is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Marie (Champagne) Pigeon, and his sisters, Harriet (David) Perrault and Veronica (Leonard) Boucher. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rosalie, and his loving children: Rhonda (Keith) Grewe, Sheila (Brian) Bourassa, Connie Pigeon (Amy Yungner), Michael (Amy) Pigeon, and Deanna Pigeon. Also surviving are his beloved grandchildren, Sam (Jennifer), Sally, Mitchell, John, and Anna, and his great-granddaughter, Anastasia. He is survived by many nieces and nephews as well. He will be deeply missed and will always hold a treasured place in the hearts of his family.
Sheldon Henry Pigeon of Champlin, Minnesota passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at the age of 83. Born on July 14, 1940 in Erskine, MN, Sheldon grew up on a small family farm in Brooks. A lifelong hard worker, he was a member of Teamsters Local 120 in Blaine for 30 years and worked as a truck driver with McLean, Carolina and ABF Freight System Inc. in Minneapolis and St. Paul. After retirement, Sheldon spent summers mowing lawns at Medina Golf and Country Club in Medina and Fox Hollow Golf Club in St. Michael. Throughout his life, he sought to instill a strong work ethic in himself and those around him.
Sheldon was actively involved with the Knights of Columbus in Osseo, coaching his children in football, baseball, and softball as they grew up. An avid sports fan, he cheered on the Minnesota Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves, and Wild throughout their seasons as well. His encyclopedic knowledge of every sport was the source of many interesting and insightful conversations.
Sheldon will especially be remembered for his kind heart. He was a helpful neighbor and volunteered taking care of the berms, irrigation, and tree trimming for the homeowner's association in his neighborhood in Champlin. He spent many winters in Destin, FL and Mesa, AZ with his wife, Rosalie. In Mesa, he worked on small neighborhood projects with his good friend Bob Yates. In the summers, he fished and camped with friends and family, especially at the cabin on Clearwater Lake. Always willing to lend a hand, he was a loyal friend to all around him.
Sheldon treasured spending time with and supporting his grandchildren, and he made an effort to be at as many of their sporting and arts events as he could. Gregarious, inviting, and friendly, he could be found making conversation with just about anyone on the sidelines or in the audience, even if they had never met. Sheldon's hearty laugh could be heard in any crowd, and he gave others so much joy throughout his life.
Friends, family, and faith were Sheldon's foundation. Family holidays were times of celebration, from Easter egg hunts and Christmas dinners to trick-or-treating and 4th of July campfires. His family will always remember laughing and sharing special moments with him.
Sheldon is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Marie (Champagne) Pigeon, and his sisters, Harriet (David) Perrault and Veronica (Leonard) Boucher. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rosalie, and his loving children: Rhonda (Keith) Grewe, Sheila (Brian) Bourassa, Connie Pigeon (Amy Yungner), Michael (Amy) Pigeon, and Deanna Pigeon. Also surviving are his beloved grandchildren, Sam (Jennifer), Sally, Mitchell, John, and Anna, and his great-granddaughter, Anastasia. He is survived by many nieces and nephews as well. He will be deeply missed and will always hold a treasured place in the hearts of his family.
Sheldon was actively involved with the Knights of Columbus in Osseo, coaching his children in football, baseball, and softball as they grew up. An avid sports fan, he cheered on the Minnesota Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves, and Wild throughout their seasons as well. His encyclopedic knowledge of every sport was the source of many interesting and insightful conversations.
Sheldon will especially be remembered for his kind heart. He was a helpful neighbor and volunteered taking care of the berms, irrigation, and tree trimming for the homeowner's association in his neighborhood in Champlin. He spent many winters in Destin, FL and Mesa, AZ with his wife, Rosalie. In Mesa, he worked on small neighborhood projects with his good friend Bob Yates. In the summers, he fished and camped with friends and family, especially at the cabin on Clearwater Lake. Always willing to lend a hand, he was a loyal friend to all around him.
Sheldon treasured spending time with and supporting his grandchildren, and he made an effort to be at as many of their sporting and arts events as he could. Gregarious, inviting, and friendly, he could be found making conversation with just about anyone on the sidelines or in the audience, even if they had never met. Sheldon's hearty laugh could be heard in any crowd, and he gave others so much joy throughout his life.
Friends, family, and faith were Sheldon's foundation. Family holidays were times of celebration, from Easter egg hunts and Christmas dinners to trick-or-treating and 4th of July campfires. His family will always remember laughing and sharing special moments with him.
Sheldon is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Marie (Champagne) Pigeon, and his sisters, Harriet (David) Perrault and Veronica (Leonard) Boucher. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rosalie, and his loving children: Rhonda (Keith) Grewe, Sheila (Brian) Bourassa, Connie Pigeon (Amy Yungner), Michael (Amy) Pigeon, and Deanna Pigeon. Also surviving are his beloved grandchildren, Sam (Jennifer), Sally, Mitchell, John, and Anna, and his great-granddaughter, Anastasia. He is survived by many nieces and nephews as well. He will be deeply missed and will always hold a treasured place in the hearts of his family.
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