Edwin D. Viehman

A heart well used.

Edwin D. “Ed” Viehman went to be with his heavenly father on November 6th, 2026. Ed was born on December 6, 1950, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Margaret and Ed Viehman. His arrival was memorable for another reason: a classic Minnesota snowstorm had left the alley nearly impassable, and he almost made his entrance into the world in the back seat of his parents’ car.

At the age of five, Ed moved with his parents and siblings to Owatonna, Minnesota, a place that would always hold a special place in his heart. He treasured his years at St. Mary’s Grade School, fondly remembered Sister Irene, and formed friendships that would last a lifetime. His childhood was filled with sports, adventures with friends, trips to the Steele County Fair, and more than a few stories that would be retold with laughter for years to come.

At the heart of those years were his five siblings, who were so much more than that. They were his first friends, his lifelong confidants, and a constant source of love, laughter, and belonging. The bond they shared was extraordinary, rooted in their childhood and growing stronger through every chapter of their lives.

Following the death of his father when Ed was just 10, his family moved to Rochester, where he attended Lourdes High School. Although the transition brought its challenges, Ed's love for Owatonna and the friendships he had made there remained strong. He eventually returned to attend Marian High School in Owatonna, graduating alongside many of his closest friends.

Ed went on to attend the College of St. Thomas but felt a strong calling to serve his country. In 1971, he fulfilled a lifelong ambition by joining the United States Marine Corps. During his service from 1971 to 1973, he was stationed at Twentynine Palms, Camp Lejeune, and Okinawa. A proud Marine through and through, Ed carried his love for the Corps, its traditions, and the brotherhood of service with him throughout his life. Oorah!

After his military service, Ed returned to the College of St. Thomas, where he discovered another great passion: rugby. The sport brought him years of camaraderie, competition, and enduring friendships. He continued playing well into adulthood, eventually retiring as an “Old Boy” at the age of 55.

With his degree from St. Thomas in hand, and a special nod of gratitude to Monsignor Lavin, Ed began a career in sales, bringing with him the determination, energy, and gift for connecting with people that would become hallmarks of his life.

It was while working as a bouncer at Tiffany’s Bar in St. Paul that Ed met his wife, Cori (Carl). The two married and welcomed their daughter, Katy, who would become the lucky recipient of all the love, warmth, and devotion Ed’s big heart had to give. Ed and Cori celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary in September.

Ed leaves behind a legacy of sincerity, humor, a little bit of BS, and a whole lot of love. He had a gift for making people feel welcome, a story for nearly every occasion, and a generous heart. He valued his friendships, cherished his family, and touched countless lives simply by being himself. He was a proud son, brother, husband, dad, grandfather, uncle, godfather, friend, Catholic, Irishman, and American. Above all, Ed was a man who loved deeply, laughed often, and left those who knew him with a lifetime of stories and memories to treasure.

Ed is survived by those he loved so dearly, including his wife, Cori; daughter, Katy (Michael) Ramme; and beloved grandchildren, Mick and Madelynn Ramme.

He is also survived by his sister, Gayle (Denis) Kirkman, and their sons, JD (Michelle) Kirkman, Matthew (Elizabeth) Kirkman, and Drew (Sara) Kirkman; his brothers, John (Amy) Viehman, and John's daughters, Haley and Morgan Viehman; Mike Viehman, and his daughter, Angie (Andy) McClaflin; and Dan (Yvonne) Viehman, and their sons, Ben and Jon Viehman.

He also leaves behind his beloved cousin and “bonus baby brother,” Bob (Katy) Cass, and their children, Kelly (Chris) Payne, Bobby (Migs) Cass, and Colleen (Nyada) Baldeh, as well as his cousin Suzy McMahon and cherished niece and nephew, Anna (Aaron) Halvorson and Eddie (Sarah) Viehman.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret Viehman VanHauer and Ed Viehman; his beloved brother, Tom Viehman; and his sister-in-law, Paula Viehman.

Visitation for Ed will be from 4 to 6 PM on Monday, November 23 at Gearty-Delmore Plymouth Chapel, 15800 37th Ave N.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 24 at the Church of Our Lady of Grace, 5701 Eden Ave, Edina, with visitation one hour prior to Mass.