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Clarence Vail Obituary

Vail, Clarence G. Age 101 Died peacefully on June 14th Preceded in death by sons-in-law, Roy Brisson and Donald Leyden; and granddaughters, Clare Brisson, Betsy Vail and Sandy James. Survived by loving wife of 83 years, Mayme; six children, Viola Mae Brisson, Wayne (Rosemary) Vail, Arlene Leyden, Deane (Sharron) Vail, Richard (Mary Ann) Vail and Elaine Vail. Also survived by 39 grandchildren, 101 great-grandchildren; and 43 great-great-grandchildren. Longtime resident of Hugo, Minnesota, and employee of Nichols, Dean & Gregg/General Trading. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM at St. John the Baptist Church, 14383 Forest Blvd., Hugo, Thurs. June 19. Visitation Wed. June 18 from 4-7PM at Honsa Family Funeral Home, 2460 E. County Rd. E., White Bear Lake and one hour before the funeral at the church on Thursday. Memorials preferred.



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Published by Pioneer Press from Jun. 16 to Jun. 18, 2008.

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Brad Hoiseth

June 18, 2008

"A heart, a heart, my kingdom for a heart." If anyone ever played cards with Grandpa, they always left happy. He was a laugh a minute. You will always be remembered and your legacy will continue.

Dick and Marge Jungwirth

June 18, 2008

Our most sincere sympathy to Mayme and the great Vail family.
We will remember Clarence's salute
as he came in church. Clarence and
Mayme we thank you for your
beautiful example of true married
love.

Samarra

June 18, 2008

Blessed is he who falls asleep in the Lord. Sincere condolences to Clarence's dear wife and family and to all who knew and loved him. May his memory be eternal!

ed schoeller

June 17, 2008

deepest symathies from all of the schoeller family.. fond memories of the old neighborhood.. golfing out in the yard , walking down the sidewalk

Pat Sirek

June 17, 2008

Dear Arlene and family,

My condolences to all of you. Mayme: You and Clarence are a love story without end, and he'll be with you always. You're an inspiration to married people, parents and all degrees of grandparents. You and your wonderful family are in my thoughts and special prayers.

Mike & Gail McNertney

June 17, 2008

Dear Richard, Mary Ann & Family. Our deepest condolences on the loss of Clarence. A quiet prayer for comfort and peace for Mayme. God Bless you all in your time of sorrow.

Linda Cummings

June 17, 2008

Grandpa, I have many great memories of all the fun Vail/Barrett picnics at the Vet's Camp, family get-togethers at Christmas and other holidays. You made them special. I'll miss you very much.
Au Revoir!!!

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