The St. Croix Central community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of Mindy Ramberg, a 5th-grade teacher at St. Croix Central Middle School, who passed away this morning.
The news was confirmed through a post shared by her sister on Ramberg’s CaringBridge page. She is survived by her husband, Scott, their two young daughters, and a wide circle of family, friends, colleagues, and students whose lives she touched deeply.
Mindy was more than an educator—she was a vibrant presence in her school, her church, and her children’s hockey community. Known for her kindness, encouragement, and unwavering positivity, she leaves behind a legacy that will long be remembered.
A Teacher Who Inspired Beyond the Classroom
Those who worked alongside Mindy describe her as a colleague who brought warmth and light into every room she entered. One friend and co-worker shared that it was Mindy’s encouragement that led her to pursue a new career path at the middle school.
“Mindy was the force for me to start a career at the Middle School as a Sped Para,” the colleague wrote. “She offered to wait outside and walk in with me on my first day. She checked on me, helped me feel comfortable in a job I now love. I feel blessed to have been touched by Mindy in a way that changed the trajectory of my life.”
Such stories are echoed by many who knew her—Mindy had a gift for making people feel valued, supported, and capable.
Memories from the Hockey Community
Mindy’s daughters’ involvement in hockey connected her to many other parents in the St. Croix Valley area. Parents recall her as a steady source of kindness at practices and games, always offering help to others even while managing the busy schedules of her own children.
One parent remembered:
“She always had a smile on her face and was so kind, even offering to watch my youngest while I got another ready for hockey. I can’t imagine what this family must be going through, but I will keep them in my thoughts and prayers.”
Another friend described the shock and devastation felt by the entire community:
“Mindy was one of the special ones who could light up an entire room, turn anything into a positive, and make someone feel welcomed. She wasn’t done yet—there were still so many lives that needed her. Her girls, Scott, selfishly me—it was such a feeling to have Mindy in my corner at school. Mindy, you will never be forgotten, my colleague, my friend.”
A Faith Community in Mourning
Her church family at Cross Lutheran also expressed their sorrow and solidarity with the Ramberg family. In a statement, the congregation shared:
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Mindy Ramberg. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her husband Scott, their daughters, and the entire Ramberg family during this time of immense loss.
Mindy’s presence touched countless lives with her kindness, faith, and love. Many of our own children at Cross had the privilege of having Mindy as their teacher, and we know her influence will be remembered with gratitude and affection. We lift up all who are grieving and hold the Ramberg family close in our prayers.”
An Irreplaceable Loss
The impact of Mindy’s passing stretches far beyond her immediate family. Her colleagues, her students, her friends, and her church community all describe her as someone who not only taught lessons in the classroom but also modeled compassion, strength, and joy in everyday life.
While the shock of her loss remains raw, the outpouring of love and remembrance paints a clear picture: Mindy Ramberg’s legacy will endure in the lives of her students, her colleagues, her friends, and, most of all, her family.
For now, the St. Croix Central community unites in grief while extending its love and support to Scott, their daughters, and all those who are mourning this immeasurable loss.
