Common words and phrases used to describe Dwaine included persistent, caring, thoughtful. Dwaine contributed a great deal to society with efforts related to his political beliefs and love of bicycling -- he served 4 years on the Bike Edina Task Force. I was impressed by the rich history shared by many people that were touched significantly by Dwaine. Yesterday was Dwaine's service at the Minnesota Cremation Society.
You can view more on his obituary. Photo by Carl Follstad, Bike Edina Task Force.
Thoughts I shared at Dwaine's memorial service: Dwaine Lindberg contributed to his community in meaningful ways. He has been an inspiration both to me and my children. As a father of 3 kids aged 11 to 14, I often remind them that they are our future leaders for society. When I say this, Dwaine often comes to mind.
Dwaine was diligent and thoughtful for the things he cared about. Many people here have known Dwaine for a lifetime, and although perhaps I've known Dwaine relatively shorter than most, I can say for sure that his positive influence on my is still remarkable.
Dwaine and I have served on the Bike Edina Task Force for the past few years. The Bike Edina Task Force has 15 members. We partner with residents, City management, and City elected officials to promote the bicycle as a safe and good choice for both transportation and recreational use in Edina. Dwaine was a big help in putting together our first City of Edina Comprehensive Transportation Plan, and he has been a key advocate and user of the new Promenade biking and walking project. Dwaine was an active participant at our monthly meetings and he was diligent and thorough with his follow-up tasks.
I appreciate how Dwaine offered his talents to a number of causes. The example he offered with the Bike Edina Task Force is just one slice of the pie where Dwaine contributed positively. Not only did he improve Edina for his generation, he helped set the foundation to make many more improvements that generations to come will enjoy. On behalf of the Bike Edina Task Force, we express our appreciation to Dwaine.
To show appreciation for what Dwaine has done, at a recent joint workshop with the Bike Edina Task Force and City leadership and elected officials, a councilmember advocated the idea of the City installing a city recognition of some type associated with bicycling in Edina. We think that is a great idea and I look forward to supporting the completion of memorial.
