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Paula Dittrich Obituary
Paula Dittrich Age 76 of Wayzata, MN and Stuart, FL passed away peacefully and unexpectedly surrounded by her loving family on December 26, 2009. Preceded in death by daughter, Julie Marie; parents, Peter and Pearl Makielski; brothers, Clement and Louis; sister, Mary Elizabeth. Survived by Ray, her husband of 55 years; daughters, Lisa (Thomas) Wurst; Claire; sons, David, Mark (Connie); grandchildre n, Colin and Erin Wurst; Natalie, Margeaux and Will Dittrich; brother, Robert (Peggy) Makielski and sister, Margaret Claeys. Paula loved being a grandma, serving as her grandchildren's biggest fan while attending their numerous activities. She was adored for her great sense of humor and free spirit with a passion for golf, opera and theatre. Mass of Christian Burial 1:00 pm, Thursday, December 31, 2009 at The Church of St. Bartholomew, 630 E. Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata, MN. Visitation 5-7 pm, Wednesday, December 30 at David Lee Funeral Home, 1220 E. Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata, MN and one hour prior to mass at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Paula's name to, Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation Inc, 920 E. 28th St., Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55407, 612-863-3833. David Lee Funeral Home Wayzata 952-473- Paid Obituary
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Sue Mersch
January 3, 2010
Claire, My prayers have been with you and your family as you continue your journey on earth without her, but knowing that she is alive within you. Take care, Love, Sue
January 2, 2010
Dear Ray,
Iam so sorry to hear about Paula's passing. May you find happiness in the fond memories of her.
My prayers are with you.
Ulla Lehman
Joe O'Neill
January 1, 2010
RAY,
My deep sympathy and prayers to you, Ray, and your family on the loss of your wonderful wife and Mother. Paula was always welcomed at our Notre Dame Functions, because she was an engaging personality, and I know how she loved your time together in Florida. I am extremely sorry I just received notice today - Jan 1 - about her passing as I would have been with you at the Wake or Funeral. God's Love and support to you and the Family always!
JOE O'NEILL
Sonia Bowe-Gutman
December 31, 2009
Dear Ray,
So sorry to hear about your loss. My sincere condoleneces to you and your family. I rememeber fondly the years we spent as neighbors in Wayzata.
Sonia Bowe
Jerry Androli
December 30, 2009
Dear Ray,
Sorry to hear about Paula. We send our condolences and our prayers are with you and the family. We will miss Paula. I will be in contact with you when I return from Florida.
Jerry & Sandy Androli
Dr. Robert Baker
December 30, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to your family in this time of great loss; we know that she is in God's house.
Juanita and Bob Baker
Kristie Bredeson
December 30, 2009
Our deepest sympathy with the loss of your Mother. I knew Mark and Connie when I worked at New Horizon Daycare in EP and watched Natalie when she was just a little girl. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Kristie, Perry, Courtney, Ryan and Tyler Bredeson
Jan Bennett
December 30, 2009
We fondly remember Paula sitting on the deck overlooking Lake Michigan at Lisa and Tom's where she was surrounded by people who loved her.
December 30, 2009
With sympathy to Ray and the family,
Anita Dittrich (Mrs. Jerry J. Dittrich, died in 1979) in Mankato, MN
December 30, 2009
Ray, I have many fond Aquatennial memories of you and Paula when I was your driver. My sincere condolences to you and your family. God Bless-Skip Nelson
Robin, Joe, Joey & Ryan Kinning
December 29, 2009
We will miss seeing Paula at games and the golf course. She had an indomitable spirit and zest for life. We extend our deepest condolences to all of the Dittrichs.
December 29, 2009
Dick and I are very sorry about the death of your Mother. We did not know her well but remember her as a former neighbor. It was evident that she loved her family very much.God Bless. sincerely, Peggy & Dick James
Wayne LeNeave
December 29, 2009
Dear Dittrich Family, Please know that you are all in my thoughts and more importantly my prayers. There are no words to adequately describe your loss and pain, but the loving and caring expression by friends and relatives will help somewhat. Our Love and prayers, Wayne
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