Cathy Ann Rivard - Morris Nilsen Funeral Chapel

May 12, 1953 - November 23, 2023


Cathy Ann Rivard, age 70, of Eagan, passed away November 23, 2023. Born May 12, 1953 in Minneapolis. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marc Rivard and parents, George and Maxine (Johnson) Midthun. Survived by brother, James (Valerie) Midthun; nephews and nieces, Dustin (Emily) Midthun, Michelle Jaeger, Brandon Midthun and Amanda (John) Bolte and by great-nieces and nephews and friends.

Memorials to American Cancer Society or American Stroke Association.





7 Comments

  1. DeeDee Duhm says:

    I know you are in a much better place and are with Marc. I am going to miss you so much Cathy.
    I loved talking to you on the phone. You always cracked me up and I am so glad we talked to each
    alot. I am gonna miss your laugh and you giving me a hard time. I am so glad and feel very priviledged
    to know you and be good friends. I loved you girlfriend. You were a wonderful friend.
    Rest in Peace Cathy.

    My sincere condolences to you. God Bless

  2. Maggie Swenson says:

    I knew Cathy from the VA. We both worked there many years. Cathy was smart, had a great sense of humor and was friendly to every one. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I can picture her friendly smile as I write this. My deepest sympathy to her family and many friends.

  3. Deborah Goetz says:

    Cathy was my childhood neighborhood friend. We hung out together in junior high and tried to stay out of trouble, that I mostly brought on.
    We ran into each other periodically when we both lived in Eagan. We got caught up again this May when I began chemotherapy. We became chemotherapy buddies. In October she let me know she was all done with her infusions. Little did I know she was going to leave us so fast. We chatted on the phone one last time on November 5th. We cried together as we said goodbye.
    Cathy was not wanting it to be the end already but did say she was okay with it all. Marc was her rock and I know she missed him through all of this. I am happy they can be reunited again. I will miss her funny spirit and will see her in every penguin I pass. So glad she is in a better place, free of pain and being alone. Love and prayers to Cathy’s family. Debbie Edmonson Goetz

  4. Julie Schmidt says:

    I knew Cathy from the VA. She was always joking around and loud! Laughed a lot with her and appreciated her personality! Was a great friend and coworker! Will miss her! Always was a MN Twins Fan! Good person! Love and support to her brother and nieces and nephews! Prayers from Julie Schmidt and family.

  5. Margaret Ryan says:

    Knew Cathy from work at the Mpls VA. She was a diligent, hard working and friend to many. So sorry for the family’s loss. Cathy, hope you are at peace and smiling with Marc with the penguins close by. Margy Ryan

  6. Cheryl Buranen says:

    I also knew Cathy from the VA. She was always fun to be around. My sympathy to her family.

  7. Diana Mosloski says:

    I just found out about Cathy’s passing. I don’t live in the cities ant longer so was not aware she had passed. I am so sorry for your loss. we were friends through her husband Marc. and she knew my mom at the VAMC in Minneapolis. she was a good friend and is missed already but know she is in a better place and no longer in pain.

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