Bill Sanft

William "Bill" Sanft, 68, of Saint Paul, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert "Bob" and Audrey; and his brother, Robert II "Bob". He is survived by his life partner of 36 years, Terrie Chapman; stepson, Dave (Cindy) Wilwert and their kids, Kyri and Talon; siblings, Steve (Cindy), Karen, and Kris; sister-in-law, Janice Sanft; his beloved dogs, Buddy and Bella; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.

Bill was a lifelong St. Paul Eastsider and a machinist for many years at Quality Machine. He enjoyed spending time at Cross Lake and loved to spend his time fishing. He could often be found cheering on and watching any MN sports teams, especially the Vikings. In his honor, his family would love to see family and friends wear their best MN gear to celebrate Bill on Monday, November 16, 2026 from 4 - 7 PM, with a memorial service at 6:30 PM, at Mueller Memorial, 835 Johnson Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN 55106. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the humane society is preferred in honor of Bill's Buddy.