John Franklin Ledwein Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John Franklin Ledwein of Annandale, Minnesota, born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John Franklin left this world on February 9, 2026 at the age of 88, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John Franklin Ledwein or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Franklin J. Ledwein and Gladys M. Jolicoeur; his stepmother Harriet Ledwein; his siblings, Patricia Ledwein Kittock and William Ledwein; his stepsiblings, Donald Knutson, Thomas Knutson, James Knutson and Barbra Wiegand; and his brother-in-law Wesley Wiegand.

He is survived by: his wife JoAnn Meyer; his children, Lynne Dalbec of Annandale, Laurie Johnson of Ramsey, Lonie Nei (Paul) of East Bethel and Daniel Ledwein (Karla) of Annandale; his grandchildren, Derrick (Kristy), Darin (Ashley), Daniel Dalbec (Heidi), Jessica Camarena (Manuel), Andrew, Samuel Johnson, Noah, Evan Nei, Tyler (Meghan) and Spencer Ledwein; and his siblings, James Ledwein (Jean) of Annandale and Kathleen Smith (Robert) of Cokato. He is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.