Stratton, Brian Douglas age 40, of Minneapolis passed away unexpectedly on August 5, 2017. He was born on June 1, 1977 in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Apple Valley High School in 1996 and was inducted in the National Art Honor Society. He received his Associate Degree in Liberal Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. He worked in graphic arts, was a talented photographer and had a great passion for music. He was loved by so many and will be missed by all who knew him. Survived by his parents Patricia Stratton, Earl & Deborah Stratton; Sister: Michelle Winkelman (Mike); Nephews: Connor and Carter Winkelman; Grandmother: Isabelle Stratton and other family and many friends. A celebration of life for family and personal friends will be held on August 27th from 1-4pm at The Happy Gnome in St. Paul, 498 Selby Ave. In lieu of flowers, a donation in his name can be made to a charity of your choice.