Bloom, Marlene J. age 71, of Crystal. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, daughter, sister and aunt. Fought a courageous battle with cancer, passed away peacefully on 8/21/07 surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by parents, Gladys and Wesley Schwab. Survived by best friend and devoted husband of 51 years, Larry; son, Larry (Jane), their children, Isabelle and Isaac; daughter, Lori (George) Dumont, their children, Kristin, Brian and Natalie; son, Monte (Kellie) and their children, Jessica, Cody and Stefan; birth mother, Helen Hahn; brother, Tom Hahn; sister, Jan Stout; other family and friends. Marlene had a love for life, with her family being her first priority. She loved working in her flower garden, eating out with her husband Larry, going to as many of her grandchildren's sporting events as she could and spending time at their cabin on Moose Lake by Hayward, WI. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to St. James Lutheran Church. Service Friday 11 AM, with visitation beginning at 10 AM at St. James Lutheran Church, 6700 46th Place N., Crystal. Interment Glen Haven Memorial Gardens. Washburn-McReavy Glen Haven Chapel 763-533-8643
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Larry and family: I was so saddened to learn of the loss of Marlene. I was sick all that week and could not have attended her service. I pray that your pain will ease with time. It was so great to see her at our monthly luncheons with the group of gals from the class of '54. I am still amazed that she came to be with us thru all of her treatments. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Gerri (Suits) Hedstrom
Gerri Hedstrom
August 29, 2007 | Princeton, MN
To the family of Marlene Bloom:
Please accept our sympathy for your loss. It was an honor to be with Marlene during her final days. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sincerely,
The Fairview Hospice Team
Fairview Hospice
August 23, 2007 | Minneapolis, MN
Bloom Family, I was so sorry to hear about Marlene's passing. Marlene and I shared years of morning walks around the north Minneapolis area and the lakes. We had wonderful talks and shared our thoughts and plans for the coming years. I've moved to the Atlanta area to be close to my brother, John Borg. I think often how nice it would be to have someone to walk with here in GA. Marlene was a wonderful and loving friend. My thoughts are with all of you as you work through this sad time without...
Laurel Higgins
August 23, 2007 | Fayetteville, GA
Dear Larry and Family:
We express our sincere sympathy to you all. Marlene was a very special person. Blessed be her memory. With Love, Wally and Ina Powers
Wally and Ina Powers
August 22, 2007 | Plymouth, MN
Marlene and I grew up together and shared so much, she was my dearest friend. My sympathy goes out to you Larry, you and Marlene truly were best friends, to Larry, Lori & Monti and your families, I know you will miss her terribly but what wonderful memories you all have. Be greatful for the years that you had her and know that she is in a better place and will always be with you in your hearts.
Marion & Dave Powers
Marion Powers
August 22, 2007 | Barrett, MN
Long time friends and neighbors, my thoughts and prayers are with your family always.
Julie Nelson (Munsiger)
Julie Nelson
August 22, 2007 | Champlin, MN
