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Mary Catherine Webber (Wheelan); Died peacefully at home on August 28, 2009. Preceded in death by her parents Mary and William J., and siblings William H. and Thais Thul. Mary is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Paul (Vince); children, Paul (Christel Ogren); Mary Lou (Ron Lamberton); and, Anne (Tim Casey); and grandchildren, Catherine and Paul Webber, Ronnie, Katie and Anne Lamberton, and Sean and Tommy Casey. Mary Kay was born in Rock Island, IL on October 2, 1929. She graduated from The Villa De Chantal and the University of Illinois. Mary and Paul made their home in Edina and were members of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for over 50 years. She shared countless volunteer hours at the school and parish. She also enjoyed her affiliations with Delta Gamma sorority, The League of Catholic Women, Adoption Option, St. Thomas Academy Mother’s Club, The Convent of the Visitation and the Minneapolis Women’s Club. One of her favorite places on earth was their cottage in Three Lakes, WI where she shared over 75 summers with her family and friends. Mary’s life will be celebrated with a Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, September 1 at 11 am at Our Lady of Grace Church, 5051 Eden Ave. Edina. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation Monday August 31, 4 to 7 pm AT CHURCH and one hour prior to Mass at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Fr. Robert T. Cassidy Scholarship Fund at OLG, Convent of the Visitation School or St. Thomas Academy. www.GILLBROTHERS.com GILL BROTHERS SW CHAPEL, MINNEAPOLIS 612-861-6088

Kuzniar, Joseph Francis of Bloomington, passed away at home Friday, August 28, 2009 surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 87, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Preceded in death by his daughter, Judy Lentz; his parents; and brothers, Stanley and Edward. Survived by his beloved wife, Peg of 63 years; son, Tom (Ruth); daughter, Maryclare (David) Greif; son-in-law, Dick Lentz; grandchildren, Andy Lentz, Mike (Katie), Joe D. and Tim Kuzniar, Joe E. and Charlie Greif. He is also survived by his sisters, Helen Kitt and Dorothy Kuzniar; niece and nephews. Joe served in the Navy during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He continued in the Naval Reserve, retiring after 37 years. Joe graduated from the University of Minnesota and the University of St. Thomas. He was employed by the St. Paul School system as a teacher and administrator, retiring after 30 years of faithful service. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, September 1 at 11 AM with visitation 1 hour prior at church only, St. Bonaventure Catholic Church, 901 E. 90th St., Bloomington. Private interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to be given to the Angel Foundation and Fairview Hospice.
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Melvin A. Bump, age 88 of Martin Luther Care Center in Bloomington on August 25, 2009. WWII Navy veteran. Preceded in death by wife, Frances; parents; brothers and sisters; and daughter-in-law, Diane Bump. Survived by children, Rita (Richard) Wortman, Robert Bump and Barbara (David) DeGidio; grandchildren, Tammy, Lisa and Erick; great-grandchildren, Bradley, Leah, Morgan, Danielle, Jennifer and Dylan. Mass of Christian 11AM, Monday, August 31, 2009 at the Church of St. Bonaventure, 901 East 90th Street, Bloomington. Visitation one hour prior to Mass followed by a luncheon at the church hall and interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to donor’s choice or Fairview Hospice.
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David Blackman Calvit, age 76, of Mpls, quietly on Aug. 24, 2009 in the presence of his family after complications from a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Survived by wife of 49 1/2 years, Gretchen; children, Philip Brent Calvit (Shannon Foulkes), Susan Duke Calvit, and Anne Whitney Calvit Shillock (Ian); grandchildren, Sam, Ben, George and Charlotte; brother, Leon Duke Calvit (Margaret) of Baton Rouge, LA. Memorial service Saturday, August 29th, 11 AM, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 4557 Colfax Ave S. If so desired, memorials may be directed to Struthers Parkinson’s Center, or St. Luke’s Church.
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Robert L. Divine
Divine, Robert L. age 66, of San Diego, formerly of Mpls. Survived by children, Lisa (Jon) Althoff and Andrew Divine; granddaughters, Emily Addison Althoff; siblings, Tom (Marie), Kathy (Jeff) Wilcox, Bill (Lucy) and Mary Divine. Preceded in death by parents, Lloyd & Catherine; the children’s mother, Kathy; siblings, Joan and Mike. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 11 AM at the Church of Our Lady of Grace, 5051 Eden Ave. Interment Lakewood Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 1 hour prior to mass at church only. Memorials preferred to Regents of the Univ of CA – Lung Transplant Program. www.GILLBROTHERS.com MINNEAPOLIS 612.861.6088

Patricia L. Wilson, of Bloomington. Beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother died August 22, 2009 at the age of 69. Survived by her sister, Carol Dunlap; loving husband, Clarence Wilson; children, Penny (Kevin) Neufeld, Kathy (Gordy) Allison, Carrie (Ronny) Madsen, James (Jeri) Garcelon; grandchildren, Tony, Jason, Nikki, Jessica, Matthew, Kyle, Brianna, Alex, Brandon, Cami Jo, Taylor Rae and James and 7 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Wednesday, August 26that the Church of St. Bonaventure, 901 East 90th Street, Bloomington. Visitation 5-8 Tuesday, August 25th at Gill Brothers Funeral Chapel, 9947 Lyndale Ave. S. and one hour prior to Mass at Church. Private Interment Bloomington Cemetery. She will be missed – she was our strength.
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VALDOVINOS, Olga, age 71 of Richfield, MN. Died August 22nd, surrounded by family. Survived by her husband and love of her life – Sal, as well as her 5 children, 5 grandchildren, and great-granddaughter. Olga personified selflessness in all areas of her life; from her career at H.I.R.E.D. to her unconditional love for her family. Born in Chile, she came for her Masters at the U of M, becoming a loving and beloved part of the Mankey family before starting a family of her own. As a mother, she embodied patience, tolerance, acceptance and unconditional love. “Mom”, you will be missed more than words can say. As a wife and companion, she was a true “soulmate” (and great cook). Her other great gift was in the garden, creating a place that captivated and represented her soul – no one will forget that garden and none of us will ever forget her. Throughout her life, at work and in her daily life, Olga made an impact and a true difference in the lives of colleagues, friends and strangers through her generosity of spirit, time, willingness to listen and to always do the right thing. Mass of Christian Burial, Friday, August 27, 2009 ~ 10 AM at the Church of Christ the King, 5029 Zenith Ave. So. Interment – Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation, Thursday 6-9 PM at Gill Brothers Southwest Chapel, 5801 Lyndale Ave. So. and one hour prior to mass at church. If so desired, memorials may be directed to H.I.R.E.D. to contine their work serving the people of Minnesota.
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Jerome V. Blatz, “Joe” “Jerry” Age 85, of Bloomington, passed away peacefully Aug. 20, 2009. Survived by children, Kathleen (Wheelock Whitney), Jeannie, Phil (Denise), Camille (John Allison), Anita Baltierra (Claudio), Joel, Sara Sobhani (Diba), Aimee (Greg O’Dell); son-in-law, Pat Sherman; sisters, Luella Wilhelm and Teresa Walker; 19 loving grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; special friends, Gary and Gerry Kruger and many other relatives. Reunited with his beloved wife, Kaye; dear daughter, Mary; parents, Clara and Philip and siblings, Sr. Imogene (OSB), Sr. Mildred Ann (OSB), Fr. Roman, Fr. Albert, and Alvina Kell. Born and raised on a Bloomington farm, Jerome attended Nazareth Hall before joining the Navy Air Corps. In 1945, he completed his service and attended Notre Dame (1947) and then Harvard Law (1950). Never forgetting his roots, he returned home to practice law. He taught at the MN College of law for several years, and eventually practiced law for over 50 years as a respected member of the MN bar. He served in the MN State Senate representing Richfield and Bloomington from 1963 until he retired from office in 1977. Grounded in faith, Jerome approached life, law and politics with civility, common sense and a touch of humor. Jerome enjoyed family, friends, politics, attending Mass, a good debate, cheering for the Irish, horseracing, boating, solving word puzzles and playing golf and cards… especially winning at cards. A dedicated husband, father and public servant, he made a difference. He will be dearly missed. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 10 AM at the Church of the Nativity of Mary, 9900 Lyndale Ave. So. Interment Assumption Cemetery. Visitation Monday 4-8 PM at Gill Brothers Funeral Chapel, 9947 Lyndale Ave S. and 1 hour prior to mass at church. Memorials preferred to Bridging Inc. or donor’s choice.
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Henry Edward Bauer, age 100 passed away August 19, 2009. Preceded in death by wife, Mary. Survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30A.M., Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at The Church of the Annunciation, 509 W. 54th Street, Minneapolis. Visitation Monday 4-7P.M. at Gill Brothers Funeral Chapel, 5801 Lyndale Avenue South and one hour prior to Mass at Church. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the Church of the Annunciation or School.
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Helen L. Toronto, age 79, of Bloomington. Preceded in death by husband, Eugene. Survived by son, Daniel; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Dan Thompson; and sister, Joyce Teders. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, August 22, 2009, 11 AM at Church of the Nativity of Mary, 9900 Lyndale Ave. South. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation Friday 5-8 PM, Gill Brothers Bloomington Chapel, 9947 Lyndale Ave. So., and 1 hour prior to service at church.
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