Gothberg, Kenneth James died unexpectedly on April 3 of heart-related issues at his home in Buffalo, MN. He was 71. Ken, a 1966 National Merit Scholar graduate of Central High School in Grand Forks, North Dakota, went on to earn an engineering degree from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. His engineering career included service with Potlatch in Cloquet, MN, and the 3M and Imation Companies in the Twin Cities. A long-time resident of St. Louis Park, Ken was very involved in civic activities including service on the City's Charter Commission and Planning Commission. In addition, he received the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Citizen Engagement Award in 2013 for his outstanding efforts to keep the Creek clean and accessible. He was preceded in death by his parents Johnny and Florence, and his brothers- in-law, Kacey Beck and Tracy Johnson. He is survived by Bridget (Beck) his wife of 45 years; his brother, Gary of Colorado and sisters, Marilyn Johnson and Carol Nelson of North Dakota, and many nieces and nephews. A formal memorial service will be held in the fall. thepetersonchapel.com