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Dawn LaRae Aabye

dawn aabye

July 9, 1962 ~ September 8, 2026

Born in: Moorhead, Minnesota
Resided in: Moorhead, Minnesota

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Dawn LeRae Aabye, 64, passed away peacefully on September 8th in her home after a hard-fought health battle.

Dawn was a fiercely loving, loyal, and compassionate soul whose vibrant energy and genuine warmth left an undeniable mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her. Dawn spent many years at Heartland Industries, where she made life long friends of both her clients and co-workers.

Dawn possessed a rare resilience, always fighting to find her strength. She carried a deep reverence for memory, frequently taking the time to honor and remember those she had loved and lost in her own life. Dawn has now been reunited with those who went before her. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Virgil McKay; her beloved son, Coyte Aabye; her father, Carl Aabye; her sister, Carrie Aabye; and her nephew, Lee Folden.

Her legacy of love and light lives on through those who knew her. Dawn is survived by her mother, Cheryl Peterson; her brother Craig (Jeff) Aabye, four half-siblings; her sons, Brandon (Jen) Aabye, Nick Adamski, Kyle Adamski, Dylan (Kimmie) McKay; and her cherished grandsons, Wyatt and McCoy Aabye.

Though she has left us, the ripples of Dawn’s spirit will affect us for the rest of our days. She will be deeply missed, but we take comfort in knowing she is finally at peace, free from pain, and wrapped in eternal comfort.

A gathering in memory of Dawn will take place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at MB Johnson Park: 3601 11th St. N., Moorhead, MN 56560

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  1. Dawn you will be extremely missed by so many people. Your smile could light up a room. You were such amazing person and friend.
    RIP Dawn
    Love you

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  2. Sending our deepest condolences to Dawn’s boy’s and family. I know how much she loved you all. I will miss you my friend. Rest easy. God bless, hugs and prayers

    Love Keith and Denise Halverson

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  3. Dearest Dawn, there are no words to express the void left behind now that our beloved Free-Bird Dawn took flight on September 8th, 2026. You were the kindest, most compassionate, and loving person I have ever been blessed to know. You always went above and beyond in everything you did, loving wholeheartedly and watching over those around you. Your presence and light will be deeply missed by many. I will forever cherish the memories, laughter, conversations, fun times, and the friendship we shared. Life will be different without you, Dawn, but I know you will remain with us in our hearts and memories. Rest easy, my dear friend D. Until we meet again ~ Hugs to Heaven, love you! B.

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  4. Mari Beth Reitmeier says:
    September 13, 2026

    May your feet be dancing may your face have that smile. May you be at peace.

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  5. Jimmy, Lindsay and Pat says:
    September 13, 2026

    May God and Jesus take gentle care of you Dawn, our brief time together was full of your positivity, warmth and gentleness. You always brought warmth and light to a troubled angry world. Fly high sweet angel, until we all meet in heaven may God and Jesus comfort and console those left behind until we’re together in heaven, God bless

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  6. RIP Dear Dawn. You are gonna be so missed by so many people. You have touched so many lives!

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  7. Sorry on the loss of your loved on. Dawn will be missed by all her family friends that new Dawn . Dawn had a very kind and loving heart for family and friends she was close to. Dawn had a great sense of humor and her Grandkids will miss Grandma. They have to remember to good memories of there Grandma. Family and friends will remember her memories. Dawn will be missed by all. Keep her memories alive hugs to the family and friends RISP Dawn.

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  8. In loving memory of a remarkable woman whose radiant smile could light up any room and bring joy to every conversation. Her warmth and kindness made her a cherished presence in the lives of all who knew her. Dawn had a special love for her family, and her grandsons held a particularly special place in her heart. You could feel and hear the excitement and joy she shared whenever she talked about them. She cherished every moment spent with them, creating memories filled with laughter and love. Her absence will be deeply felt, and she will be missed by so many who were fortunate enough to experience her beautiful spirit. Hold Coyte tight and rest in peace.

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  10. You will be missed your one of a kind and always beautiful, Shots

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  11. Dawn you were a true friend and a very kind person. Thank you for inspiring and helping in the disability community. Your efforts, service hours and love live on. I miss you and pray for all your loved ones. Be at peace 🕊️🕊️ lady.

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  12. Like anyone whose life Dawn touched, she definitely has a lot of love following her through her path to Jesus. I love you and miss you so much already. I will be here praying for your Mom, sons, grandkids, Poppi and every person that had the privilege to know you. Forever the BEST! DAWN AABYE! Rest easy in the arms of the Lord! Hugs and prayers going up 🫂🙏

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  13. Love and will always miss you deeply aunti fly high with mom for me

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  14. Sue Stende Klassen says:
    September 21, 2026

    Dear Cheryl and all,
    Dawn was such a vibrant and positive person. My deepest condolences for the loss felt by so many who loved her.

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  15. Diva Dawn: I will never forget the first time that I met you. I knew from the start that I would have a very important person that I would be able to call you as my friend. When you worked at the club I could always come talk about anything that was going on in my life and you would give me great advice on what I should do. You never judge anyone that came to talk to you. Your office was always full of people that wanted to talk to you or even just to hang out with you. I will never forget the great job helping me plan Kayla baby shower when she was pregnant with Chloe and how you stepped in to go in the operating room when she had Chloe. We’re so happy when you decided to be Chloe’s godmother. I will never forget the impact that you made on my life. I will always love you and miss you. Love Julie McDonald.

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