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for Jeffrey Proulx
Kathy Karkula
September 8, 2020
I am with the State Office of Special Olympics and will always remember Jeff and his contagious personality.
Tim Herold
September 18, 2009
Hi Helen,
My name is Tim Herold. You may or may not remember me, but my family (Ron (Dad), Paula (Mom), Mike, Pat, Kathie, Heather) and I went on a vacation in 1978, and you and Jeff were along. My Mom advised us of Jeff's passing and I just wanted to say hello, and that I hope Jeff is resting peacefully with the smile on his face I remember from long ago.
God Bless all of you,
Tim Herold
Sally Rubel
September 16, 2009
Dear proulx family, Sorry to hear of your loss of your son jeff. I was friend of jeff's at three My brother Francis and i knew your son. He was a kind and friendly person who had a very nice smile. We know what it's like to lose a very close member of your family. We lost our mother and father in 2007. We wish you all the sympathy and prayers. Now Jeff is looking down to you from heaven and smiling back at you all.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. You have the upmost sincerety and prayers. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless you du.ring this difficult time. Sally Rubel/ 3m food Services.
September 16, 2009
My sympathy to Jeff's family. I met Jeff at 3M while he worked in the 3M Auditorium. He was so friendly and helpful and just a joy to get to know. He always had a smile on his face!
Paulette Hallaway/3M
claudia munson
September 15, 2009
To the Proulx Family,
Jeff was an amazing young man; a joy to call my friend. Jeff attended the many St. Thomas Retreats - both as a participant and a counselor - that I helped direct. His smile, his warm greeting, his big bear hug and his care for others was such a gift to all those on retreat.
Jeff will hold you in his arms, guiding you and caring for you as you face the loneliness of the days without him near.
You remain in my thoughts and prayers!
Thank you for sharing Jeff with all those who were blessed to know him!
claudia kane munson
September 15, 2009
To Helen and Barb:
I just learned that Jeff has passed away from a friend. I just want you to know I am thinking of you both and I know what a light Jeff was in your lives. I will always remember Jeff and how lucky I was to have worked for him. I am so sorry to hear about your tremendous loss.
Sincerely,
Cynthia E. Reid
(952) 746-4530 ext. 106
ElizaBeth M.
September 15, 2009
-Mrs. Proulx and Family,
It saddened me to hear of Jeff's passing. After all these years I still have fond memories of your family. It seems like an eternity has passed since I last saw you and your family. You and Mr. Proulx had rented to my parents Lee and Val on Burr Street. If my memory serves me right you were their land lord.
I have very fond memories of visiting your family and hanging out with Jeffas a kid. Jeff was always smiling and he had a zest for life no one could top. The fondest memory I have is in all my years I've never known prouder parents or parents who's love for their child was so tremendous.
NOT ONLY DID THE ANGELS DANCE WHEN JEFF WAS BORN, ALL OF HEAVEN SANG !
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless and keep your family, and until you meet again may God hold you in the palm of His Hand.
All our sympathy,
ElizaBeth and Family
September 15, 2009
Jeff and I were a team a few years back in the unified golf event for Special Olympics. Those were among the best times I have ever had on the golf course. His love of the game was certainly obvious and I often share stories with friends about our performance in those events. I will continue to reflect on those times although it will be with a heavy heart. May God hold you close my friend.
Bob Hirte
Linda Wilson
September 15, 2009
To Jim and all in the Proulx family,
Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of your friends.
It is a challenge to carry on when someone so essential leaves before you.
Time eases the pain, but the hole in one's life remains.
Focus on happy memories. Take comfort in the love of your friends and know that our real life is the one Jeff is now enjoying.
Peace and blessings.
Will Moore SFO
September 15, 2009
I knew Jeff through our Secular Franciscan fraternity. I considered him one of my brothers. If I happened to be leading an activity in the fraternity Jeff was always standing next to me as my right hand man. He was always so very cheery and supportive of what I was trying to accomplish. His backing was ever a great blessing to me. I miss him very much. I hope someday to meet him again in heaven. My sympathy goes out to Jeff's dear mother Helen.
joan Mielzarek
September 15, 2009
TO: HELEN PROULX , I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JEFF . HE WAS A GREAT GUY I REMEMBER MEETING HIM AT THE BOSTON HEALTH CARE CHRISTMAS PARTY WHEN I WENT TO THE CHRISTMAS PARTY AND I THINK JEFF INTRODUCE ME TO YOU .
AND DO YOU REMEMBER MY MOM SHE LIVED NOT TO FAR FROM YOU IN THE CARE FREE COTTAGES. BUT, I DIDN'T KNOW THAT YOU KNEW IF SHE PASSED AWAY LAST YEAR AT THE AGE OF 83 . I REMEMBER WHEN JEFF USE TO COME AND GO FOR WALKS AND I WOULD GO OUTSIDE AND TAKE WALKS FROM MY MOM'S PLACE. AND I WOULD WALK BY THE GARAGE AND THERE WAS JEFF INTHE BACK YARD . WAVING AND ASKING HOW MY DAY WAS.
I SURE AM GOING TO MISS HIM. AS A FRIEND .
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU . AND THIS DIFFICULT TIME FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY .
AND THE FUNERAL HOME WHERE JEFF IS . THIS WAS THE SAME FUNERAL HOME MY MOM WAS LAID OUT AT.
IF IAM UNABLE TO ATTEN I WILL SEND YOU A SYMPATHY CARD TO YOU .
REMEMBER HE IS WATCHING YOU UP IN HEAVEN.
JOAN MIELZAREK
111 E. KELLOGG BLVD APT # 412
ST. PAUL, MN 55101
HERE IS MY E-MAIL ADDRESS :
[email protected]
JOAN Mielzarek
September 15, 2009
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Sharon Buck
September 14, 2009
I was one of the hockey coaches and my son Adam was a teammate of his on the Blazing Stars. Jeff always came to greet me and see how my day was when he arrived at practice. When he learned we were moving out of state he told us we would never be leaving because he'd always remember us. Jeff will always be in our memories as well. He always had a positive attitude and a smile for everyone. Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family.
Sharon Buck and Adam Welte
September 14, 2009
I was one of the Blazing Star hockey coaches and my son, Adam was a teammate of Jeff's. He always came and told me hi. He was a great guy always smiling and a fantastic attitude. When he learned we would be moving out of state he told me we could never leave because he'd always remember us. It's the same for Jeff, we'll always remember him and he'll be missed by the Blazing Stars. Your family has our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Buck and Adam Welte
Jan, Bruce, & Sarah Kramer
September 14, 2009
Dear Helen and Family,
We had the priviledge of meeting Jeff at our friends Bob and Marie Meyer's house shortly after the birth of our daughter Sarah who also has Down syndrome. Jeff was such an inspiration to us and gave us so much hope for a bright future for our daughter. Our lives were blessed to have met him. God bless your family during this time.
Missy Smutny & The Blazing Stars
September 14, 2009
The wonderful Proulx family! We were so blessed to have Jeff as a member of our Special Olympcs family in Woodbury. He was such a fun, lovable, free-spirited, yet a competitive, supportive team player. His team loved him so very much! We will miss him and your presence at our events. Thank you for sharing him with us. Our lives have been changed forever because of Jeff.
Kirk Possehl
September 14, 2009
My condolences to the Proulx family. When we lose a memeber the the Special Olympics family, the sun shines a bit brighter as we have another supporter in heaven. It's funny, when you volunteer for Special Olympics, you get more than you give, even if you do it tirelessly, as people like Jeffrey enhance the lives of everybody he touches. We all should be so lucky to have that quality. Rest in peace Mr. Proulx.
Marie & Bob Meyer
September 14, 2009
Dear Helen and family, Bob and I met Jeff and Helen when we attended St.Patricks Church over 24 years ago. Jeff always had a smile and hug for us. We have enjoyed his company and Helen's every time we have seen him. We are grateful and glad to have been touched by his friendship. He was loved by many and will be missed by many. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you,
Karen Asplund
September 14, 2009
Oh how I will miss that smile of his and the twinkle in his eyes. I have had the privilige to work with Jeff through ESR, I used to do visits with him at work and I was the one who drove him home everyday after work. He always had a big smile on his face as he came out to the car. I missed him alot after he retired, but saw him again this last winter at Special Olypmics Hockey Tournament, and I got the same reception I used to when I drove him home. He was a great man, who will be missed by all who knew him. God has a wonderful angel up in heaven right now. God bless everyone in his family.
Karen from ESR
Cindy West
September 14, 2009
Proulx Family,
Jeff and your parents were our next door neighbors many years ago. I remember Jeff as always being so upbeat and happy. He would always put a smile on my heart. It has been many years, but I've always remembered your wonderful family.
Amy Wimmer
September 14, 2009
To the Proulx Family, How blessed we are at 3M, to have had Jeff's smiling face and hugs, for the time that we did. I already miss him and his Special Olympics,stories. Jeff was never at a loss for words when expressing how very fond he was of his family members. When I would run into Jeff he was always enthused about something, may we all learn from that...Peace and Many Blessings to All.
Doug & Dianne Wulff
September 14, 2009
Jerry and Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother.
We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers!
September 14, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's death. He started swimming with us on the Bear's Team and then came onto our team for a few more of the sports he was interested in that we do. Going to State Summer Games was a big deal for all of our Bears teammates. We stayed in a hotel for the two nights of the games and walked to and from the Days Inn with all of our teammates. Jeff was always one of the three people we could count on to grab one of the coaches bags to carry to the field. His biggest delight (outside of competing and doing his best in all of our sports) was flirting with the pretty girls. He had an eye for the ladies! Love you Jeff and wish you Godspeed.
Coaches Debbie, Denise & Steve
Tony Quinn
September 14, 2009
I remember when Jeff worked at St. Patrick's school. That was over 20 some years ago and Jeff was a very nice guy. Always one to give a wave or during recess he would sometimes play soccer with us. The Lord should be proud with having Jeff as his right hand man now.
September 14, 2009
Sorry I heard about Jeff. You have my sympathy. I worked with Jeff for many years at 3-M, and we played Special Oylmpic hockey, swimming and track. He will be greatly missed. He was a very nice guy. I liked him because we got along. We've been friends forever and I'll miss him
Kenny Goossen
Carol & Cathy Peterman
September 14, 2009
We had the pleasure of knowing Jeff as a member of the Bears Special Olympics team. Jeff was a great competitor and a great teammate to the rest of the Bears. You could always count on Jeff to take up his place in a relay in track or swimming and bring the team in for a great finish. He was happy and upbeat and never worried about how he finished because he knew he had done his best. Thank you Jeff for adding so much joy to our team and our lives.
September 14, 2009
Jimmy, Jerry and Family,
I have watched your brother Jeff for 22 years in Special Olympics and will always remember his wonderful smile and glowing personality. He certainly did have a good life.
I do know that he was surrounded by a family that loved him, cared for him and provided him with all the right ingredients to make him the remarkable person that he was.
I too have received hugs from Jeff at State competitions and will never forget what a warm person he was.
May he rest in peace.
Kathy Karkula
Special Olympics Minnesota
Northland 300
Molly Miller Mons
September 14, 2009
I had the privilege of coaching Jeff in Special Olympics Track and Field on the Bears team. He always greeted me with a hug, smile and a "hey girl." I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to coach Jeff and I will never forget him. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him.
Daniel Donovan
September 14, 2009
It was a honor to be an usher alongside Jeff at St. Patrick's Parish for so many years. He was and will always be the light that shines on St. Patrick's Parish. Jeff always welcomed people with open arms and I beleive God has a special place for him. My thoughts & prayers go out to the Proulx Family. Jeff's smile and his unconditional love he had for others will truely be missed.
Cathy Peterson
September 14, 2009
Barb & family: Jeff was a wonderful person - always kind and caring and who in the world could hug like him? He'll be missed by everyone he knew, but I'm certain he'll be watching and helping you all out from above.
Pat O'Brien
September 14, 2009
My two boys and I have been ushers with Jeff for the last five years. It was always nice to see Jeff's smiling face on Sunday mornings. Our whole family will miss him. We were blessed to have known him.
September 14, 2009
Dear Proulx family-
I remember Jeff as a little boy walking around the old neighborhood with his Mom, up to Payne Ave. to catch the bus, and always happy. He continued to live his life as a happy person who always had a smile and a hug for everyone. You are a wonderful family who gave him the independence that allowed him to live a full and happy life. The memories you share with one another will be your treasure and help to ease the hurt in your hearts.
My Dad loved Jeff too and was always so happy when he got to spend time with him.
God bless you all.
Pam McCreary/Langton
September 14, 2009
Jeff was professed into the Secular Franciscan Order, on this date, the Triumph of the Cross, over 10 years ago. We were so blessed to have him in our fraternity, Mary Queen of Peace. What a ray of sunshine he was. I was always greeted with a smile, hug and kiss. Love love of Jesus shined through his eyes. He often would be the server at our Fraternity Masses and would beam with joy at being able to serve at the table of the Lord. And now he's with his Lord and with his loved ones who went home before him. Pax et Bonum, Eileen Moore, SFO
September 14, 2009
To the Proulx Family...We are friends and neighbor's of Jerry and Jeanne's and just knowing them as such kind and caring people...Jeff appears to have the same characteristics of being a great person. We wish we would have known him. Ellen and Dennis Caughey
JoAnne Addyman
September 14, 2009
Jeff was a breath of fresh air when I would see him in the hallways at 3M. He would always give me a great big hug. He inspired me to always look at the good things in life. I'm blessed to have known him for the past 20+ years (or however long Jim and Karyn have been married!) May God bless him!
Kevin Cummings
September 14, 2009
Jim and Jerry, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your brother Jeff. I used to see him every day at the 3M Center and I remember the nice article, in the Stemwinder, about him and his work crew.
September 14, 2009
Jeff...I will miss your smiling face, quick chats, and hugs at our 'in the hall meetings' at 3M. You have been a great friend and a major help in the Universe Rooms at 3M. You will be missed.
Sandi
Rick Mons
September 14, 2009
I had the privilege of knowing Jeff through Special Olympics golf. He was fun to be with and easy to coach. I'd just heard that he was at Shalom Home and planned to visit him this week. I'll always regret I didn't have a chance to say goodbye personally.
I know Jeff will be cheering on Tiger at the next Masters!
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