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Barbara J. Griswold Laederach

Edina, Minnesota

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Laederach, Barbara J. Griswold age 79, of Edina, transitioned peacefully on April 11, 2013. Survived by husband of 55+ years, Paul; children, Christy (David) Stolpestad, Wendy (Robert) Syring, and Amy Laederach; grandchildren, Brett & Blake Stolpestad, Connor & Ella Syring, and Elsa & Riley Goldman. Preceded in death by parents, Leslie & Elsie Griswold; brother, Jack Griswold. Barbara graduated from the University of Minnesota with a B.A. in Elementary Education and later a M.A. in Linguistics/ESL. Barbara was a 2nd grade teacher at Lake Harriet Elementary School, taught ESL at Edina High School, and was recognized by the Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce in 1960 with the KTCA Pioneer Television Teacher Award. Barbara was a dedicated member of Delta Gamma Fraternity and has been honored with Delta Gamma's prestigious Rose and Cable Awards and the National Panhellenic Council's Distinguished Service Award. She and her family have been deeply involved at Plymouth Congregational Church for 5 generations. Barbara sang in the Plymouth Church choir, served as Moderator, and was Co-Chair of the Sesquicentennial Celebration and history book committee. She cherished her Swedish immigrant and American colonial ancestry and was a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Family meant the world to Barbara. She exuded enthusiasm for all of the interests & activities of her husband, children & grandchildren. Her family shares many wonderful memories of vacations with extended family, Lake Minnetonka cabin life, boating trips, and especially holiday gatherings at her home. Barbara will be fondly remembered for her joyfulness & positivity, radiant smile, warmth & wisdom, grace & graciousness, and for her beautiful spirit whose love and kindness touched the hearts of all who knew her. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, April 20th at Plymouth Congregational Church, 1900 Nicollet Avenue S., Minneapolis. A reception will follow the service. Private interment at Lakewood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Plymouth Congregational Church music program, Delta Gamma Foundation or the American Swedish Institute. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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So sorry to learn of Barbara's passing. I just learned today while on the GRISWOLD Family Association executive committee meeting (phone). She was such a delightful lady and so very helpful when I hosted the GRISWOLD family Association Reunion in the Twin Cities in 2010. It would not have been the same without her involvement and help! Condolences to all my distant cousins!

My sympathy to her husband, three daughters and their families.The obituary
was perfect in its description of Barbara,
a truly beautiful person! I will always
remember her enthusiasm and dedication to Delta Gamma.
Mary Enestvedt Nelson
Minnesota

Christy, Wendy, & Amy,
Your mother was the most beautiful person - just like you three! She was so proud of her girls. I think of you all often & keep you and your family in my prayers. May loving memories heal your hearts.

Barbara was my 2nd grade teacher at Lake Harriet and what wonderful memories I have. May all your memories bring a smile to your face.

Barbara was our wonderful 2nd grade teacher in 1955-56 at Lake Harriet Elementary, Minneapolis, who met with us in the last few years for fun and memory-sharing. We appreciated her kindness and friendship.

Barb was a pioneer in setting up the ESL program at Edina Senikor when I was the librarian at the school. Treffle Daniels

Dear Christy, Wendy, Amy and families: So sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Thinking of you all this week. Love to all, Ally Ohlson Enz

I am so very sorry for your loss. I was so blessed to have known Barbara. She was a light to so many people. The lives she touched with her beautiful spirit. God has a special place for her.

Sympathy to her family; the obituary
description was beautiful.
A Delta Gamma who remembers her smile and enthusiam