Barbara Gesell 'Gussie' Lauder

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Lauder, Barbara Gesell "Gussie" 3/22/1929 3/19/2015 Preceded in death by husband, Charles H. Lauder. Survived by sister, Margaret McGeary; brother, Jim (Teddy) Gesell; daughters, Meg (Chip) Hooley and Elizabeth; son, Fred; grandchildren, Molly (Nic) Oklobzija, Shannon (Steve) Powell, Matt Hooley; and great-granddaughter, Ella Oklobzija. Grew up in the Cherokee Heights neighborhood of St. Paul near BankCherokee (family business). Graduated University High School and University of Minnesota, where she was a longtime active member of Pi Beta Phi sorority. Married in 1954 and moved to North Oaks, MN in 1964, where she enjoyed playing golf. Participated in numerous clubs and activities including the Larks singing group and Thursday Club. She gave generously of herself and always had a happy spirit. The family would like to thank the caregivers, past and present, of the Lighthouse of Mahtomedi. Memorial service will be held for family and friends at First Presbyterian Church of White Bear Lake on April 17th at 5pm, with reception to follow. Memorials preferred to the Alzheimer's Association, Pi Beta Phi Foundation, or donor's choice. Cremation Society of Minnesota Mpls. 612-825-2435

Published on March 29, 2015