Backes, Martin Francis 51 of New Hope, died peacefully on December 8, 2013. Preceded in death by grandparents, Joseph and Secunda Backes and John and Rose Rathmann. Survived by parents, Joseph and Marie Backes of St. Cloud, (previously Big Island, Lake Minnetonka); twin brother, Mike, Hopkins; brother, Steve (Karen), Minneapolis; sister, Jennifer (Brad Keck) of Chicago; IL, nieces and nephews, and girlfriend, Leslie Peters. Marty graduated Minnetonka High School in 1980 and attended St. Cloud State University. He proudly served 11 years in the U.S. Army and reserves, including 4 years in the 101st Airborne "Screaming Eagles", with stints in Alaska, Panama and Egypt. Marty worked as a contractor, leaving behind a legacy of new and beautifully remodeled homes, offices and restaurants. He was an avid outdoorsman, with expert knowledge of Diamond Reef, "L-Bar" and other fishing areas on Lake Minnetonka. The family thanks the Oncology Hospice of Methodist Hospital. Memorial service, Friday, Dec. 13, 11 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 680 Mill St, Excelsior. Visitation 1 hour prior.

Published on December 10, 2013


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