Company History

A National Visionary

Bernie Gunderson, husband of founder; Greg Gunderson, Owner Gentle Transitions-CA; Bill Lehman/Diane Bjorkman-current owners of Gentle Transitions-MN

In 1990, Mercedes Gunderson founded Gentle Transitions in Minneapolis Minnesota and is very likely the first corporation in the country dedicated to senior move management. She is truly one of the founders of what is now a full-fledged national industry. In 2001, cancer took her life, but as a result of her vision, today, Gentle Transitions stands as a leader in the Senior Move Management field and is one of the oldest and largest company of its kind in the nation.

In 2003, husband and wife owners Bill Lehman and Diane Bjorkman were proud to be passed the torch and carry on her legacy. Both families enjoy a warm relationship as each is very dedicated to the original mission of the company.

"Gentle Transitions has a history of serving Augustana well and we have always been very confident in referring you. It's great to know you're at the helm!"

Augustana Resident Services

Gentle Transitions Minnesota owners
Diane Bjorkman and Bill Lehman