Thomas Schaal Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

Schaal, Thomas William age 73, passed away June 24, 2009. CPT Schaal served his country in the MN Army National Guard from 1955 to 1981. Tom lived the majority of his life in Mpls, MN and Menomonie, WI and recently retired in Crosslake MN. Preceded in death by his loving parents, Frank and Elaine Schaal. Survived by his son, David and wife Tamara Schaal. A military burial will be held at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery on Monday June 29th at 12:30 PM. Thank you to the Mayo Clinic doctors and nurses who cared for Thomas in his remaining days. In lieu of flowers, memorials to: Mayo Clinic cancer research, 200 First St. SW, Rochester, MN 55905. Rainville Bros 612-789-3571

This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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David and Tamara,

My sincere condolences on the passing of your father, Tom. Like you, I was able to be with my father until his passing. You were truly blessed to have been there.

I have nothing but good memories of your father. Whether playing liars dice or just sharing a conversation over coffee way too early in the morning. He opened his home to us and that is much appreciated.

I could tell that you were loved very much.

Warmest...

Erik Hull

June 30, 2009 | Farmington, MN

I had an opertuinity to spend a weekend with you at the NHRA Nationals in Brainerd MN in 2007. I enjoyed your company, conversation, outgoing personality, and your warm acceptence. You never judged me or, looked down on me for the mistakes I've made. It was truely a pleasure, to get to know you on a level, beyond the usual faimly gatherings. You treated me as an equal, like a friend.
I'll miss you Tom. . .T

Terry Ward

June 29, 2009 | Roseville, MN

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