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Joseph Bloedoorn Jr. (Seph) Obituary
St. Paul, MN - Joseph “Seph” Bloedoorn, 76, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 2, 2025, surrounded by family, after suffering a heart attack while bicycling with his partner of 19 years, Lesley Guyton.
Seph was a devoted partner, father, grandfather, and friend. A true Renaissance man, he was a scientist, engineer, historian, photographer, pilot, sailor, activist and bike captain. He grew up in St. Paul's Rondo neighborhood, excelled academically, and graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University.
His career ranged from police officer to founder of a successful media company, teacher, writer, and mentor. He was known for his generosity, civic engagement, and passion for his tandem bicycle, co-founding the Saturday morning Spokespeople bike club.
Seph is survived by his partner Lesley; children Amanda, Darcy, and Ted; brother Peter; sister Pam; six grandchildren; and many beloved friends and family.
A celebration of life will be held Sunday, September 28. For details, email celebrateseph@gmail.com. Memorials may be made to MORE Empowerment Food Pantry, BikeMN, or High Tech Kids.
More info for U High classmates on the Celebration of Life:
Date and time: Sunday, September 28, 2025, 11:00AM – 3:00PM
Where: The Trailhead, Theodore Wirth Park, in Minneapolis
Visit pp.events/celebrateseph for complete details.
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Christopher Clausen
I remember "Seoh" as a wonderful classmate and a great teammate. Leaving Minnesota after HS left me no time for me to develop a deeper relationship with him. Sorry to have him taken so soon.
Hollis Hedlund
We are all greatly saddened with the news of Joe's passing. Our condolences to his family. My memory of Joe in high school was his high energy and fierce competitiveness. I envied his devotion and passion for cycling. He was fortunate to leave us while persuing his dream.
Hollis Hedlund
Bunny Hudak (Moore)
from Earl H. Cohen (class of '66)
I was one year older than Seph. We both attended University high school. We were friends and lived 8 blocks apart. Some days I would pick Seph up and we would ride to school on my scooter. I knew that Seph was a special person. I followed his path, congratulating his entry and graduation from Harvard. When he came back to St Paul and joined the St Paul Police Department we talked about why law enforcement. He lead an exemplary life.