A benefit is being planned for John R. “Ivan” Pederson, who was severely injured on Saturday, October 17, by an explosion and fire at his home at 183 County Road 60 in Grand Marais. He remains hospitalized at the Hennepin County Medical Center burn center.
The benefit will be held Friday, November 20 at the Harbor Light Supper Club from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Music will be offered and there will be a dinner for $10.
A Caring Bridge website has been set up for Pederson—visit www.caringbridge.org. After logging in, go to the website for johnivanpederson. Friends can visit the website to check on Pederson’s progress and/or to send him well wishes. Cards may also still be sent to: John Pederson, Hennepin County Medical Center, Burn Unit, 701 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
An account has been established at the North Shore Federal Credit Union for community members wishing to assist Pederson financially as he recovers.
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