State Rep. Diane Loeffler dies

Capitol in the winter time
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Eight-term Minnesota state representative Diane Loeffler died Saturday from cancer.  

The Democrat represented District 60-A in northeast Minneapolis.  

In a tweet, Governor Walz praised Loeffler's career:

Gwen and I send our deepest sympathies to the friends, family, and loved ones of Rep. Loeffler. She exemplified servant leadership throughout her 15 years serving in the MN House. She was a fierce advocate for her community, and will truly be missed in #mnleg.

Very sad to learn the news tonight that State Rep. Diane Loeffler has passed away. Representing NE Mpls since 2005, she was well liked & will be missed by the many people she represented through the years & those who were fortunate enough to work alongside her in our community.

— Ken Martin (@kenmartin73) November 17, 2019

State Representative Diane Loeffler was 66 years old.

At a recent district meeting with Diane Loeffler. Remembering. pic.twitter.com/BrDjlnu4HN

— Phyllis Kahn (@PhyllisKahn) November 17, 2019