Gilbert E. Lebens

Gilbert E. Lebens

Gilbert Lebens Obituary

Published by McNearney - Schmidt Funeral and Cremation from Aug. 25 to Aug. 26, 2008.
Lebens, Gilbert E. age 79, of Shakopee. Survived by children, Terry (Dennis) Anderson of Shakopee, Deb (Mark) Hayes of Vadnais Heights, Scott (Karen) Lebens of Shakopee, Janet Lebens (Mark Cruciani) of Lakeville; 7 grandchildren, Brian, Mark and Jeff Engelen, Erik and Stephen Sjolander, Nicole Nelson and Lucas Cruciani; one great-grandchild, Brooke Nelson. Preceded in death by wife, Irene; parents, August and Theresa (Theis) Lebens; sister, Marceline Hickman; brothers, Melvin and Leroy Lebens. Memorial Mass Wednesday, 11 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 535 South Lewis St., Shakopee. Interment Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday, 9-10:30 AM at the McNearney Funeral Home, 1220 E. 3rd Ave., Shakopee. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to the American Lung Association. McNearney Funeral Home 952-445-2755 www.mcnearneyfuneralhome.com
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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roxanne cruciani

August 28, 2008

Mark and Janet,

I'm sorry to hear about Janet's dad. I don't believe I met him, but I know you are grieving right now.My thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Deb Bordsen

August 28, 2008

Dear Deb and Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May your memories you have of your dad provide you comfort during your griefing and healing. Deb-I'm here if you need someone to talk to. Sincerely - Bordsen/Bailey Family

John & Jane Du Bois

August 28, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patty Weckman (Coleman)

August 27, 2008

So sorry to hear about your dad. He will be truly missed. Let me know if there is anything you need. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Patty O'Reilley

August 26, 2008

I would like to offer my condolences to the entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this very difficult time.

Eugene Vogel

August 26, 2008

May I offer my heart-felt condolences. I am a 3rd cousin and have been in contact with the Lebens family through my genealogy efforts. Again, my condolences.

Gene Vogel

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