Alexander Poletz Obituary
We bid farewell to Alexander Poletz (Minneapolis, Minnesota), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 16, 2025 at the age of 90. Alexander touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Nicholas Polec and Alexandra Polec; his stepmother Natalia Polec; and his siblings, Borys, Tatiana and Mykola Polec.
He is survived by: his wife Valentina; his sister Tamara Gordon (Bill); his children, Zinaida Gutmanis (John), Lida (Bob Ingrassia) and Hryhory (Takako); and his grandchildren, Gabriel, Alexandra, Roman and Victoria. He is also survived by cousins in Ukraine; loving nieces and nephews; and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Protez Foundation are encouraged.
