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Mayme Vail Obituary

Five foot two, eyes of blue But, oh, what those five feet could do The Vail family's beloved matriarch, age 102, has left this world to be united with her husband of 83 years, Clarence. Also waiting to greet her are her mother, Leah Arcand, sister Violet Barett, sons-in-law Donald Leyden and Roy Brisson and granddaughters Betsy Vail, Clare Brisson and Sandy James. Survived by her children Viola Mae Brisson, Wayne (Rosemary), Arlene Leyden, Deane (Sharron), Richard (Mary Ann) and Elaine "Lillie" Vail; 39 grand-children, 105 great grandchildren and 50 great great grandchildren. Devout Catholic, card player extra-ordinaire, a whiz at the sewing machine and sharp as a tack to the very end. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Tuesday at ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH, 14383 No. Forest Blvd, Hugo. Visitation 4-7 pm Monday at HONSA FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 2460 E. Cty Rd E., WBL and at the church one hour before Mass. Memorials preferred. 651-429-6172 www.honsafamilyfuneral.com

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Published by Pioneer Press from Nov. 6 to Nov. 7, 2010.

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November 8, 2010

Deane, Sharron and all the Vail Family,
How lucky you are to have all those great memories to live in your heart forever. Richard & Gloria Ophus

Sandy Nadeau

November 6, 2010

Dear Vail Family,
My heart goes out to all of you! I had the honor of getting to know Mayme by doing her hair at comforts of home.Mayme was one of a kind, She taught me a lot over the years and told me the only way I could live a long wonderful life was to have patience, the love of God and to keep moving! Well I don't think I ever saw Mayme not moving! She could out do almost everyone in anything she did! I also got to see the Love and care she gave her husband Clarence while he was there, and that was the greatest love! I am blessed to have gotten to know her and will miss her so very much!And one last thing I will miss all the stories of her growing up... I could listen for hours! My Thursday hair day will never be the same without her!
With Love, Sandy her hairdresser

November 6, 2010

Dear Vail Family,
My heart goes back to Hugo and the cherished and treasured examples of good people personified in Mr and Mrs Vail. What a journey they had
and such a legacy they leave. I was not aware of Mr. Vail passing.

I recall when he was so ill many years ago and Dad had to bring him
to a special hospital. My parents and our family have so much respect for all Mayme and Clarence stood for.

My thoughts and affection for your Dear Family and parents.

Yvonne Peltier( Lehnen)Kenworthy
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Dick and Marge Jungwirth

November 6, 2010

To the Vail family... a classy obit for
a classy, adorable little lady. Mayme
was a role model for so many young and
old. She was a very very special lady
and we will miss seeing her in the front pew at St Johns Church. May the
Good Lord give Mayme her due reward
of eternal joy in heaven.
Our sympathy to the entire Vail clan.

Lola & Orv Frieler

November 6, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. She was a grand lady, and was loved by many.

November 6, 2010

Dear Vail Family,
My heart goes back to Hugo and the cherished and treasured examples of good people personified in Mr and Mrs Vail. What a journey they had
and such a legacy they leave. I was not aware of Mr. Vail passing.

I recall when he was so ill many years ago and Dad had to bring him
to a special hospital. My parents and our family have so much respect for all Mayme and Clarence stood for. and

Jim and Darlene Ascheman

November 6, 2010

What a beautiful, faithful, lady the Lord has called home. May the Lord's love and promise of paradise bring you peace and comfort always to your wonderful family.

Eugene & Leone Vogel

November 6, 2010

Arlene & family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. May we offer our most sincere condolences. She must have had a wonderful life. If only people would follow the example of such a life.

Gene & Leone Vogel

Michelle Hilstrom

November 6, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Vail family. I feel so blessed to not only have know her, but have felt a part of this great family for 35 years! She was a role model to us all. I remember when I asked her what her secret was for looking so young, she said, "I used Noxema all my life."
May you all hold her memory and spirit in your hearts, and may she rest in peace. Love and God Bless, Michelle Hilstrom

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