Philip J. Broberg, age 79 of Shoreview, passed peacefully on June 25, 2025. Preceded in death by parents Elwell and Anna (Bender) Broberg and brother Thomas Broberg. Survived by wife of 39 years Jean Swanson Broberg; daughter, Elizabeta (Lisa) Broberg; son, Dmitry (Dima) Broberg; brother, James Broberg; nephews, Stephen Broberg and Richard Broberg; nieces, Jennifer Meili and Megan Broberg; several cousins; and many friends.<br><br>A devoted husband and father, he enjoyed fishing, camping, biking, reading, and telling lo-o-ong stories. Graduated from Waconia HS in 1963 and the University of Minnesota in 1968, playing percussion in the University of Minnesota Marching Band. Served in the US Army 1968-1970. Worked in the printed circuit board industry as a quality control engineer for over 30 years.<br><br>Celebration of life will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025 at 11:00 am, visitation one hour prior, at Peace United Methodist Community, 5050 Hodgson Road, Shoreview, MN 55126.<br><br>Memorials preferred to Habitat for Humanity or Peace United Methodist Community.<div></div><br>