Tom Mueller Funeral

Friday, February 11 | 11:00 AM

Mueller, Thomas Age 80, of Edina, passed away peacefully surrounded by his three daughters on January 28, 2022. Tom was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Jeanne. He is survived by daughters Julie (Steve) Hartle of Eden Prairie, Nancy (Rob) Mendel of Edina, and Lynn (Tim) Vernon of Edina; grandchildren, Megan, Tommy and Johnny Hartle; Molly, Katie and Jimmy Mendel; and Laura and Michael Vernon, additional family and many many friends. He was completely devoted to his family and had sweet friendships with each of his eight grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to HopeKids PO Box 44712, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, Church of Our Lady of Grace or the charity of your choice.

Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM on Friday, February 11 with visitation one hour prior to mass at the Church of Our Lady of Grace 5071 Eden Ave., Edina, MN 55436.

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John Lee Funeral

Thursday, February 3 | 10:30 AM

John was born into a matriarchal family in Shanghai China. With curiosity and teenage energy levels, he pursued Tai Chi and singing guided by nurturing masters. Disrupted by war in 1947, he fled to Taiwan to complete college at National Taiwan University in Electrical Engineering. Hungry for experience, he rotated through various departments at Taiwan Power plant under his father’s direction. Always seeking room for improvement, he immigrated to the University of MN joining other fellow college alumni. In 1955, he began his master’s degree and secured a summer job at Columbus Southern Power to support himself. Assigned to work on protective relay settings, he solved a long-standing power outages problem with calculations confirmed by an Ohio State University professor. At that time, he met “my girl” on the Ohio State University campus. So, he quickly completed his master’s degree at UM. Returning in 1956 and marry her at St John the Baptist Church in Columbus by an Italian Missionary Priest who performed the ceremony in Chinese putting them on the front-page headline in “college town” local paper. Now needing “practical “experience, he found a position in Honeywell. In order to match his wife’s degree status, he pursued a doctorate in automatic controls systems in Electrical Engineering at UM while continuing to work part time to support his new family. After graduation in 1970, an opportunity emerged to participate in the Shuttle Ascent digital flight control system design and test. After long deliberation and support by his spouse, he moved the family to Clearwater, FL to begin on the project that earned him the Honeywell’s Sweatt Award in 1980. He continued with space station projects in the following decade. In 1993, he retired 1) to take a trip to China 2) pay more attention to my wife’s needs 3) learn new things and 4) enjoy a care – free lifestyle. He remained active in Honeywell retirees, PL brothers Florida branch and SACA while earning a license to fix appliances, becoming a master gardener, and participating in tai chi workshops by master Yang Jun while attending local tai chi session at USF and nearby park. He began to assume care for his wife who developed Alzheimer’s and reluctantly placed her in assisted care facility with daily visits to be with her He relocated to MN after her passing to spend more time with his daughter and ROMEO lunch group introduced by longtime friend while continuing daily tai chi and starting more intensive bible study in small group sessions led by spouse of old Honeywell colleague Dorothy Seashore here at Our Lady of Grace and one on one questions to Father Bob Schwartz to guide direction. He was happy, sincere, humorous family man who loved dining with family and friends, fishing up north and spending time with wife and daughter.

Claire O'Connell Funeral

Wednesday, February 2 | 11:00 AM

O'Connell, Claire (Erickson) 91, of Edina, died peacefully on January 23, 2022 surrounded by family. Claire was an active member of the Women’s Club of Minneapolis, WAMSO (Minnesota Orchestra Volunteer Association), and a lifelong volunteer at her church, Our Lady of Grace. She was an avid tennis player and could always be found on the court or the veranda at the club with her close friends. We will miss her wit and charm. She is survived by her children Tom (Janice), Brian (Patti), Dan (Lisa), Kathleen Sereda (Gorden), and Karen Wheaton (Chris). Also survived by her 8 grandchildren Katie, Kevin (Sara), Jenna, Lindsay, Ryan, Christopher, Siobhan, Teagan, and great grandchild Ada. She was preceded in death by her sister Dorothy and son Tim (Jim). 

Mass of Christian Burial February 2, 2022, at 11:00 am Our Lady of Grace Parish, 5071 Eden Avenue, Edina, MN. Visitation one hour prior to Mass. Interment Lakewood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Our Lady of Grace, Robert T. Cassidy Endowment.

Sally Olsen Funeral

Tuesday, February 1 | 10:30 AM

Olsen, Rosalia W. “Sally” (Van Dyke)

age 87, of St. Louis Park died on January 24, 2022. She is survived by loving husband of over 60 years, Vern, son Richard (Lei Lu & Jessica), daughter Susan (Kerry) Adelman, grandchildren Scot Olsen-Morales & Robin Loftin Leonard. Preceded in death by parents Rosalia & Henry Walter Van Dyke, daughter Roxanne (Gary) Leonard, and brothers George, William, John and Elba.

Her life centered on her faith, family and public service. Born October 30, 1934 in St. Paul, Sally rose from humble roots to become a pioneering civic leader in a time when there were few female role models. She championed many worthy causes, especially those related to education and to helping others. She served 9 years on the St. Louis Park (SLP) School Board, 14 years in the Minnesota State Legislature representing SLP plus parts of Hopkins & Golden Valley, on state boards for education and the economic status of women, as a lawyer and ultimately as a judge on the MN Worker’s Compensation Court of Appeals. She earned a reputation as a hard worker and experienced negotiator.

To her family, she was the organizer, information keeper and font of knowledge. She loved a bargain and was known for her extensive shoe collection. She led by example, inspiring and expecting her children to do their best and make the most of their talents.

She and her husband enjoyed bridge, golf, square dancing and were avid world travelers. Her family will miss her caring heart, quick wit, tasty ambrosia, and her amazing ability to give her kids “the look” if they misbehaved.

Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am Tuesday, February 1 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 5071 Eden Ave, Edina MN 55436. Visitation one hour prior at the church with interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery immediately following. Livestream available. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Breast Cancer Research Fund (www.bcrf.org) or the Salvation Army.