Larry Carlsen Funeral
Funeral Mass Wednesday, November 25, 10:30 AM
Carlsen, Lawrence W. "Larry" age 87 of Eden Prairie, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 18, 2020. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Joan; daughters, Kelly Phillips, Katie (Dan) Juckniess; grandchildren, Johnnie, Sophie, Grace, Charlie and Annie; brother, Tom (Paula) Carlsen; other relatives and friends. Larry was born in Albert Lea, Minnesota in 1933 to C. Ray and Claire Carlsen. After graduating high school Larry moved to the Twin Cities where he earned a degree from the University of Minnesota. During his years at the U of M he took a break to serve his country honorably in the Korean War. In 1963 he married Joan Reiter and went on to have two daughters, Kelly and Katie. Larry's life long passion was the stock market where he worked as a broker for over fifty years. He retired at the ripe old age of 81! Larry also loved to travel and was able to see the world with Joan and many dear friends. When he wasn't on the move he enjoyed golf, handicapping horse races, and spending time with his family. Larry's favorite role was being "Poppy" to his cherished grandchildren. He will be missed by all of his family and friends and remembered for his generous spirit. Visitation 4-7 PM Tuesday, November 24 at Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel, W. 50th St. and Vernon Ave at Hwy 100. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Wednesday, November 25 at the Church of Our Lady of Grace, 5071 Eden Ave. S., Edina. Watch the funeral livestream below. Private interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial preferred to Our Lady of Grace or Benilde- St. Margaret's High School. Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 West 50th St. & Hwy 100
Bob Keppel Funeral
Funeral Mass Tuesday, November 24, 10:30 AM
Cemida Rosa Alfonzo Funeral
Funeral Mass Friday, November 27, 10:30 AM
At 88 years old, Cemida Rosa Alfonzo peacefully passed away November 21st, losing her tough battle with Leukemia. An Abuela to everyone around her, she found a way to charm and make friends with anyone - from the bus driver to teenagers at her work. As a family, we were always surprised to see how many people were a fan of Abuela. She always seemed to win people over, whether through her delicious meals or infectious laugh.
One way that Abuela showed her love was through her hospitality. Friends went over to her house, where Abuela would cook meals, or Abuela would go over to their houses, hands filled with pots, pans, and spices, ready to cook.
Abuela was hard working, fierce, determined. She worked at Margo Patisserie and then at Jerry’s Food in Edina. Unwavering in her faith, Abuela was unafraid for anything coming her way, including her illness.
Minneapolis, Minnesota was Abuela’s home for the last 25 years of her life. Survived by his four children, Julio Victor (Ana Vegas), Mabel (Brian Boycott), Carlota y Carlos (Patricia Mudoy), and 9 grandchildren, one great-grandson and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her mother Antonia Chacin and father Jesus Maria Duran, siblings Nelson Antonio†, Rubén Darío†, Rangel Antonio†, Obdulio Jesús, María Maximina, Dalia Josefina†, Anderson Antonio†.
Mass of Christian Burial at the Church of Our Lady of Grace, 5051 Eden Ave, Edina MN, Friday, November 27th at 10:30 a.m. Watch the funeral live stream below. In lieu of flowers, memorial preferred to Pro-ecclesia Sancta or to the Venezuelan Mission of the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis. Private Interment Gethsemane Cemetery, Saturday Nov 28, at 10:00 am
George Krozser Funeral
Funeral Mass Monday, November 23, 10:30 AM
My dear sweet dad slipped away to Heaven tonight. I've feared this day my entire adult life not only because I will miss him terribly, but also because I was afraid I would fall short of relaying what an outstanding person he was. For those who know him, you understand what I mean.
To know my dad is to recognize despite the hardships In his life, he always chose his faith over fear and selfless love over all. He fearlessly served our country in WWII, endured the loss of two of his six children and tirelessly cared for and advocated for his beloved special needs son, Peter. For the betterment of Pete's life, dad moved away from his tropical retirement home in Florida to frozen Minnesota at age 86 (in the middle of Winter, mind you). I don't think Dad could pass peacefully until he knew Pete would be in good hands. I assure you Dad, I got this, along with Tim and the village of wonderful people from Opportunity Partners.
Dad absolutely adored his grandchildren and relished seeing them grow and develop into the beautiful people they are, inside and out. They were in lockstep with him throughout his painful journey with pancreatic cancer in person, on Zoom, FaceTime and any which way they could during the pandemic. Their love and prayers, along with the home care his wife Marlene provided, lifted him up.
Dad's selfless love showed up in many ways; as an Officer for the Knights of Columbus and the ARC, serving his church and through sponsorships of children in third world countries. When he turned 80, I asked him where he wanted to go to celebrate, hoping for Italy or Paris. He chose a mission trip to Guatemala to meet his sponsored children. That's my Dad. And what a trip we had!
In a nutshell, Dad spent his entire life preparing for eternal life. He had unwavering faith and adored Jesus, spending countless hours in the Adoration chapel at OLG, saying the rosary and praying. He wanted nothing more than for his family to reconcile and love one another unconditionally. I hope your prayers are answered, Dad.
I will miss you terribly, Dad. The surprise gifts you would leave on my kitchen counter when I was away, the golf outings, and laughing about the silly things that happen from day to day. But I know you are enjoying the bliss of Heaven with mom, Chris, Susan and many others with whom you are now reunited. You are truly one of a kind. I love you and am grateful for every minute of our time together.
Funeral will be at Our Lady of Grace Church in Edina, MN on Monday November 23rd at 10:30am. Mass will be live-streamed at the link below.
Internment will be at Epiphany Cathedral, where Mary and Christopher are interned, in Venice, FL at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations for Opportunity Partners, the non profit organization that supports George's son, Peter, would be appreciated. https://opportunities.org/