Martin Bernard Shallbetter's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Hopkins, Minnesota

Martin Bernard Shallbetter

March 16, 1942 - May 16, 2026 (84 years old)

Hopkins, Minnesota

Martin Bernard Shallbetter's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Hopkins, Minnesota

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Martin Bernard Shallbetter

March 16, 1942 - May 16, 2026 (84 years old)

Hopkins, Minnesota

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Martin Bernard Shallbetter Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Martin Bernard Shallbetter of Hopkins, Minnesota, whose life came to an end on May 16, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Shallbetter and Susanna Shallbetter (Keller); and his brothers, Clarence and Joseph. He is survived by: his siblings, Terri Hawkins of Rogers, John (Mary) of Port Charlotte, FL and Alice Holm (David) of Little Canada, MN. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, a great-great nephew, extended family members, dear friends and his brother.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution in his name to the DeLaSalle Shallbetter Family Scholarship Fund or Banyan Community.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gearty- Delmore Funeral Chapels, Inc.



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May 19, 2026

Laurie Acker wrote a sympathy message

“Father Marty hired me as the principal at St. Therese School and it was a pleasure working with him. He was a great advocate for the school and the students loved answering his questions at Mass. Fr. Marty was a kind man and I will miss him. Rest in peace my friend. Laurie”


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May 19, 2026

Colleen Austin wrote a sympathy message

“Met Father Marty at Saint Margaret Mary’s where he would guide our youth group and “folk mass” He later presided at my wedding. Years later my husband & I shared a few meals to chat and catch up. May you rest in peace Marty you touched many lives Colleen (Schroeder) Austin”


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May 19, 2026

Marilyn Campbell wrote a sympathy message

“All our prayers for Marty and his family at this sad time. We knew Fr Marty from St Edwards Church and from Sugar Lake. He was a wonderful priest and person and he will be missed., especially at Sugar Lake where he would say a mass at his cabin. Bill and Marilyn Campbell.”


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Tue

May 26

Visitation

Church of St. Edward
9401 Nesbitt Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55437

Wed

May 27

Visitation

Church of St. Edward
9401 Nesbitt Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55437

Wed

May 27

Mass

Church of St. Edward
9401 Nesbitt Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55437

Wed

May 27

Procession

Church of St. Edward
9401 Nesbitt Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55437

Wed

May 27

Graveside service

Gethsemane Cemetery
8151 N 42nd Ave, New Hope, MN 55427

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