Helen Elizabeth Ernst

Helen Ernst, 87, formerly of Chanhassen and Minneapolis, passed away on April 12, 2026.

Preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Thomas; infant son Paul; parents Daniel and Helen; brothers Jack, Daniel and Peter; sisters Mary and Margaret.

Survived by children, Thomas (Mary) Ernst, Jean (Barry) Greenwood, Mary (Joe) Anderson, Karen (Wayne) Zeien & John (Rachel) Ernst; grandchildren, Samantha, John (Alexandra), Benjamin, Jennifer, Alexander, Sarah (Dan), Megan (Chris), Billy, Tommy, Clementine, Abby, Kathryn, Charlie, Danny, Maria and Becca; great grandchildren Eleanor and Geo; other relatives and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, April 18, at 10:00 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 5426 12th Ave S, Minneapolis, with visitation one hour prior. Private family interment.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Alzheimer's Association (https://events.alz.org/fundraisers/johnernst).