Ticen, Thomas E. Longtime resident of Twin Cities, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 11, 2006 at the age of 78. Veteran. Gifted Lawyer for 52 years. Passionate Politician serving in Minnesota House of Representatives 1966-1972 and Hennepin County Board 1972-1978. Preceded in death by father, Merritt Earl Ticen and mother, Theresa Whalen Ticen; sister, Julia Kammerer; and infant brother, John Pierre Ticen. Survived by his loving wife, Gayle, of 26 years. Will also be greatly missed by his children, Joanne Mallon (John), Mary Sticha (Paul), Thomas Ticen Jr. (Tricia) and Stepson- Randal Johnson (Doreen). Treasured by grandchildren, Casey, Logan, Ryan, Erinn, Lindsay, Adam, Jennie, Hunter, Dylan, Thomas and Cody; sister-in-law, Shirley Hagenbuch. Special thanks to Dr. Jahagirdar and the Oncology Staff on 3V at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis. You were so wonderful! Memorial Service to be held at St. Nicholas Episcopal Church, 7227 Penn Ave. So., Richfield – Thursday, March 16. 4 p.m. gathering – 5:30 p.m. service with reception following. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Friends of Woodlake Richfield Nature Center and American Cancer Society. Cremation Society of MN Edina 952-924-4100
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Dear Gayle, Mary and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Tom's death and thank you for letting us know. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm glad so many of you got to gather this summer and enjoy the company and fun of family.
Jennifer and Bob Bateman
March 17, 2006 | Park Rapids, MN
I had the good fortune of getting to know Mr Ticen as a legal represenative. never will I forget his kindness, his tone of voice in comforting my family through a terrible time in our lives.His compassion was truely appreciated. I ran into him a couple weeks back at the VA and his humor, joy ,laughter and quick wit brought a smile to us both.may God keep your family in his loving arms
K Grover
March 16, 2006 | Maple Plain, MN
Dear Gayle and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of Tom's illness and passing. I have many
fond memories of working with him when the Government Center was new. Tom often spoke to groups of visitors touring the building and was the most wonderful public speaker. His great intelligence and sense of humor charmed everyone. My thoughts are with you all. Love, Becky
Becky Planer
March 16, 2006 | Minneapolis, MN
Gayle - my deepest sympathy on your loss. Tom was a terrific person and I know he is sadly missed. Wish I could be there with you but you know you are in my heart. Bless you are your family. Love, Sandi
Sandi Jagnow
March 15, 2006 | Orlando, FL
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God give you strength.
KC and Julie Julie
March 14, 2006 | Davenport, IA
Mary, Joanne, & Tom,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many memories of spending time with your family and campaigning for your dad when we were kids. One memory I have never forgotten is when the new government building downtown had the grand opening. Mary, you invited me to go with you and your family. I remember sitting in your dads new chair, that was bigger than us, behind a huge desk, when a person from a news station came in with a camera. I felt so important and special to...
Betsy Downs (Ritchie)
March 14, 2006 | Mpls
JoAnn, Mary and Tom:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Although it has been a number of years since we shared the Southwood neighborhodd with one another, those are trasured times. The memories and friendships last a lifetime!
Steve, Mary, Karen & Dave Bittick
Steve Bittick
March 14, 2006 | Bloomington, MN
Gayle and rest of family- My heart goes out to you. You are in Elizabeth and my prayers. Tom was one of a kind- they truly broke the mold when they birthed him. I so enjoyed our years together on the County Board. We had this thing going about words or phrases that sounded like something else. For example- Bananas Foster is a prizefighter. One time- in Miami Beach, I asked for less Cassis in my Chablis. Quicker that you can wink, Ticen shot back, "Didn't he wrestle Vern Gagne?" I will always...
Tom Olson
March 14, 2006 | Belleair, FL
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Sorry for your loss, Jane and I will not be able to attend the celebration of Tom's life, but we will be with you in out thoughts. We pray that the memories will help you through this very difficult time.
God bless,
Gary, Jane, Jamie and Jack
Pahl
gary and jane pahl
March 14, 2006 | Lakeville, MN
