Leonard "Mo" Molander
Leonard "Mo" Molander
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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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January 9, 2008
I just can't believe Mo is gone.
He was such a great guy and I will definitely miss his regular calls throughout the year!!
My thoughts are with the family.
Joan Jensen
Patty Pulliam
January 1, 2008
I just found out about Mo's death. I'm so sorry, Peggy and the rest of the family. I've been a client of Mo's since he was in LaGrange Park and decided to stick with him when he moved to Minnesota to marry his "lovely bride" and the "love of his life." I trusted him and valued his friendship and his advice. We were all blessed to have shared even a small part of his life. I will miss him dearly.
Jay Styrsky
December 19, 2007
Mo was a great personality in life and will be remembered for his expert advice. Our deepest sympathy for his passing.
Bev Klocek
December 5, 2007
I was so surprised to hear about Mo's passing. I had been in an investment club when I went to get some stock bought from Mo. I was surprised to find out that his step-son Corky skiied with my daughter Kelley when they were in high school. What a small world.
My sincere sympathy to Peggy and the whole family.
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Shawn Mickschl
December 4, 2007
Dear Peggy and Family,
My mother called me last night to let me know of the passing of dear Mo. I am so sorry for your loss.
What a blessing Mo was in my life. Not only as a financial advisor, but also in reintroducing me to Peggy and Craig.
Even though we are in Kentucky and have not had our accounts with Mo for awhile, I think about him often and also wonder how Craig is doing.
May God's Peace be with you through this difficult time.
Brad Crep
December 4, 2007
I've been reading all the entries. Mo you touched so many lives. I remember telling my folks I had found this great adviser. My whole family over time looked to you for advice and you never let us down. I will miss you.
Sylvia Mitchell
December 4, 2007
Peggy,
My heart and prays goes out to you and your family. Mo will be missed by all of us. May God bless you.
Gary Ballman
December 4, 2007
Peggy,
I just heard about your husband's death today. I am very sorry for your loss.
Gary
The Crep Family
December 4, 2007
You're going to be missed Mo, Loved the way every phone call started with "Mr Crep, Mo Molander calling." Kinda like the principal calling you into the office for being bad. He was fun to talk to and I know my Dad, John will miss the weekly calls of wisdom. He was a friend and we hope you knowing the he is missed and thought of brings you some peace during the quiet times.
Dave Donaldson
December 3, 2007
Just received the letter of Mo's passing today. Wow! I will miss him, no doubt. He was there with me through the good times and the slim times with good advice, and I never held it against him the bad stock advice on GAP.. :>). Everyone he touched were blessed in one way other the other. Good bye my friend
Raymond & Janette Peterson
December 3, 2007
We just found about Mo. Our sympathies and prayers are with the family. We will always remember the big smile and the personal caring about us, not treating us as clients but as friends.
John and Bonnie Strand
December 3, 2007
Dear Peggy and family: It was such a huge shock to receive the letter with the sad news of Mo's passing. We loved him as a friend and valued him so much as a professional. We pray for you, the love of Mo's life, for God's strength at this difficult time. We will miss him deeply and will miss hearing his famous words,"Send Mo money."
Larry Schlotfeldt
December 3, 2007
Dear Peggy and family,
Mo was a good friend who always went the second mile on my behalf. He will be missed.
Edwarda Keller
December 3, 2007
Family of "Mo",
My deepest sympathy. Mo was a wonderful man and will be missed.
Edwarda Keller, Lakeville, MN
Patty Jasmer
December 3, 2007
Dear Peggy,
We just heard today about our friend "Mo". We will miss him deeply and will pray for him as well as the entire family. "Mo" was truly a good man indeed.
Mark and Patty Jasmer, Lakeville, MN
Norma Anderson
December 3, 2007
Peggy,
I'm so sorry to hear of Mo's passing. You were the love of his life. The two of you were so cute together. Mo will truly be missed. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Elsie Rolland
December 1, 2007
Peggy and family - My thoughts are with you at this time. "Mo" was indeed a "treasure" and will be missed. I enjoyed knowing him as part of Edward Jones and the Bloomington Lions. As so many others,I have fond memories of him. May God comfort your hearts as only HE can.
Candice Sikel
November 30, 2007
Mo, you made such an impact on Rodney's life in the time he spent as your goodknight and mentee. Thanks so much for your wisdom, straight-forward guidance and encouragement, and mentorship that you offered Rodney. We will both remember you always for the wonderfully honest and caring man that you were. Thank you again.
Teresa & Chuck Schmidt
November 30, 2007
Peg,
Thank you for all of the fun. Whether we were at Culver's in Prior Lake or at a wonderful restaurant in Venice, we were always laughing and just enjoying the moment. You both have always been so grateful and share that graditude with others. Thank you for being such a great influence on us as a couple.
Love you so,
Teresa & Chuck
Mark Klobuchar
November 29, 2007
Dear Peggy - 15 plus years ago I met Mo, and I recognized at once how SPECIAL he was (and how much he loved you)! His "pay yourself" mantra shook me! We established a wonderful relationship and I actually enjoyed giving him my money to invest - his advice and recommendations were heartfelt. But most of all, I just loved being around him and listening to him. If ever I had a Big Brother, I would want it to be Mo. His passing was too soon and too fast, but I know he has a very special place in heaven - My Deepest Sympathy
Kristina Clark
November 29, 2007
Mo was one of my first mentors with Edward Jones and I will always cherish the time he shared with me. Mo & Peggy were inspirations to me on my first diversification trip when I picked up what would become my first charm on my bracelet. Prayers of healing and comfort to you, Peggy, and the entire family. He will be greatly missed.
Jim Haley
November 29, 2007
It was a shock to hear about Moe today. Moe was my adviser while in Minneapolis and continued to be my adviser when I moved to Arkansas. I always enjoyed talking with him as he would always put a great perspective on financial advice as my broker. Moe will certainly be missed. He was dedicated to his clients, and would even work on the weekends to make sure his clients were taken care of. Many times over he would say how much he loved his career and even tried to convince me to make the change. He loved to talk about his family including his wife, children and grand children. He was always a joy to listen to his stories about them. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
Bev Zimmerman
November 29, 2007
Dear Peggy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mo's death. We won't be able to come to the visitation or funeral but want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers and have our deepest sympathy. Bev & Ed Zimmerman
Bob Nyberg
November 28, 2007
Dear Peggy, I was MO's Regional Leader when he first came to La Grange Park. I have nothing but fond memories of Mo. Such a joyful man. I remember the day he told me he was heading up to Minnesota to marry his high school sweetheart. I never saw him happier. My condolences to you and your family. Bob Nyberg
Larry and Donna Wipf
November 27, 2007
Every once in a while a soul will come along and bring with him acceptance and joy and a sense of belonging. Mo was that special kind of friend who made you feel that he was so glad to see you. We are caught between feeling bereft and having an overwhelming sense of gratitude for Mo having shared his life with us.
Larry and I are devastated for you Peggy, and for David and all of your family and also for us. Mo was a peach of a guy. It is heart-breaking to contemplate life without him. It is said that laughter is good for the soul. We always looked forward to spending time with you and Mo - laughing at life's absurdities,exploring far-away places, enjoying other cultures and each other's company. Our memories of Mo will be treasured forever.
The Lindquist and Lawler families
November 27, 2007
Mo was more than a financial advisor, if you listened, he shared more valuable expertise: perspective. He went to work in a beautiful place, he married the love of his life. He worked for the best company. I will miss those calls from him - which as we all know were often! Mo, I know you are in your new best place - take care of them as well as you did us.
Rocky Beaudry
November 26, 2007
Mo, you will be missed. We shared an interesting time in our lives. I am thankful you made the trip here last month and for our lasting friendship. Good bye my friend.
Peggy you truly are "the love of his life." Mo was a fortunate man to have you in his life and he knew it and expressed it often. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you.
Beryl Boe
November 26, 2007
My "boss"; I cannot believe you are no longer with us. Thank you for continually showing your clients and fellow workers your humanity, love of family and your terrific work ethic. Friday afternoon was always a rush to get the office closed so that Mo could start his "date night" with Peggy. My thoughts are with you and yours.
Patti Letter-Lacy
November 26, 2007
Mo was a great friend of my dad's (Bob Letter) and to my uncles as well... He will be missed.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless--
The Letter-Lacy Family
Mary Jane Trizil
November 25, 2007
I was Mo's BOA when he was still an IR in LaGrange Park. Within six months of my hire, Mo connected again with Peggy and he was off to Minnesota to be with the "love of his life". He taught me so much about the business and was still there for me when I needed advice or a friendly voice even after he moved to Minnesota. Because of him I found a career I love. He was a true gentleman and I will miss him.
Peggy, my thoughts are with you and the rest of Mo's family.
Mary Jane
Sue Anderson
November 25, 2007
To Peggy (I met you in the grocery store back in the mid 90's, and Mo, of course, introduced you as the "love of my life"), to his son David (he was always trying to fix you up with one of my daughters), Karen (you were his left arm), and all family members - my deepest sympathy on this great loss of such a giving and kind man. Your "Mo" was a dear friend and I have no idea what I would have done in the past 15 years without his financial advice and monthly phone calls to catch up and always to send him more money! I left Minnesota eight years ago, but he remained my broker. He was always there assisting me with all of my family members financial issues. He will not be replaced, this I know! They just don't make them like Mo - he was a diamond in the rough and I have been so lucky to have been a really small part of his life. My heart is breaking for all of you - but know that you were truly blessed to have been his life! He talked often of all of you and his love for you was boundless. My last conversation with Mo a few weeks ago was about that car in storage! I will treasure that conversation and think of him often. Always, Sue Masear Anderson, Samantha, Debbie, Mom, Dad & Uncle Tom
Marty and Kelly Radi
November 25, 2007
Peggy, you certainly were "The Love of Mo's Life". Please accept our deepest sympathies.
I was fortunate enough to be a friend and collegue of Mo's for almost 15 years. The suddenness in how you left us saddened us all.
Hopefully a bit of your kindness and wisdom will live on in all of us. Good bye my friend.
john waldock
November 25, 2007
mo, i am going to miss your calls from beautifull downtown bloomington! and your excellant financial advice and your caring and interest in my family. i will never forget you.
Ryan Bergmann
November 25, 2007
Mo was the reason I came to Edward Jones. He was a huge source of encouragement and direction since I started my career with Edward Jones. He was also a long time friend to my family. Mo will be very much missed, and he will always be remembered.
Bob & Sandy Beauchaine
November 25, 2007
You're sudden departure has left a void and you will never be forgotten. Your cheerfulnes and enthusiasm will always be an inspiration to us.
Our sympathy is with your dear wife Peggy and your extended family and friends who will miss you so much.
Doug Wade
November 25, 2007
I was sorry to hear of Mo's passing. He was a good friend during our high school days and I enjoyed talking to him at our reunions.
I know his family and many friends will get support from the memories we have of him.
Doug Wade
Sheri Hotzler
November 25, 2007
Mo always had a hug and a smile for all of us in Edward Jones. We cannot put into words how much we will miss you.
Douglas Prahl
November 25, 2007
Thanks Mo for the impact you left on this world. I always appreciated your "matter of fact"/straightforwardness and honesty which you displayed. I want to thank you for the caring you displayed toward the newer financial advisors who were struggling to get a start in this business. I also wish I had a chance to say a final goodbye when I spoke with you on your cellphone on Monday afternoon. I know that your spirit is alive and well in Region 113.
Mark Martinsen
November 25, 2007
Mo will be missed not only as an advisor but also as a friend. His calls weren't always timely but I always enjoyed them, and will miss him.
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