Vetaline Marie Bakken Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Vetaline Marie Bakken of Minnetonka, Minnesota, who passed away on January 9, 2025, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Vetaline may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Emmanuel Flicek and Mary Flicek (Lovin) of Catherine's University; her sister Celestine Simon (Sally); and her grandson Lucas Day. She is survived by: her children, Kathy Bakken, Mary Rasmussen, Paula Day and Dave Bakken (Xionmee); her cousin Connie Andrzejek; and her godson Steve Simon (Sheila Simon). She is also survived by grandchildren; great-grandchildren.
