Minnesota Legislator, Husband, and Dog Lie in State, Public Honors with Canine Respects
The Minnesota State Capitol rotunda held a unique memorial service on June 27th for the late State Rep. Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark Hortman, and their family dog, Gilbert, who were all killed at their home on June 14th. This event marked the first instance of a woman and an animal being honored in this way at the Minnesota Capitol. Mourners, including many who brought their own dogs, came to pay their respects, reflecting the family’s love for dogs and their community involvement. The alleged shooter, Vance Boelter, has been arrested and charged with murder and attempted murder in connection to the shooting of the Hortmans and Senator John Hoffman and his wife.
John Q. Hosedrinker