Patricia F. Esterley

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Esterley, Patricia F. age 90, of Bloomington. Loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Born in Minneapolis on St. Patrick's Day 1926 to Christopher and Abigail Mills. Passed away peacefully on March 3, 2016, due to complications related to COPD. Preceded in death by her parents, Chris and Abigail Mills, husband, Chuck, brothers Bob and Frank, sisters, Margaret Mary Esher, Elizabeth (Betty) Woehrle and Barbara Bonneville, as well as her precious granddaughter, Aubrey Jensen. Survived by her loving sister, Lolita (Larry) Schultz; daughters, Margaret (Dave) Dillon, Robbie Jensen (Stephen Newell); sons, Mike (Pat) and Tom (Julie), 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Widowed in her 60's, she lived independently up until the last 18 months, traveling the world and chasing her dreams. She loved to do ceramics and left many wonderful keepsakes for those she loved. They will be cherished and she will be missed dearly. Special thanks to Dr. Gary Brunkow, the staff at Newton Manor, Masonic Home, and Optage Hospice for the loving care they all provided. Memorial Mass at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 19th, 2016, at Pax Christi Catholic Community, 12100 Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Lunch and 90th birthday celebration to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the American Lung Association. Please don't smoke! GILLBROTHERS.com BLOOMINGTON, MN 952.888.7771

Published on March 16, 2016