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Christine Grogan Obituary

Christine Hope Grogan ("The Hugger") Christine went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 13, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Terrell, children, Patsy, Bobby, Mary (Peanut) and one grandson, Mark Holdorf. She is survived by daughters, Bette Holdorf (Darrell) and Shirley Smith, 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. Christine was born in Livingston, Montanna and moved to San Antonio, Texas when she was eight years old. Christine retired from Winn's Variety store after 24 years in San Antonio, Texas. She moved to Minnesota and lived there from 1997-2007. There will be a Memorial Service for Christine at Hayden Heights Baptist Church in East St. Paul on Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation and funeral service will be held in San Antonio, Texas on Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. with the service to begin at 1:00 p.m. at Mission Park Funeral Chapels South. Interment will follow at Mission Burial Park South. In lieu of flowers memorial contribution may be made to the family. For personal acknowledgement you may sign the guest book at www.missionparks.com in the obituary section. Arrangements with: Mission Park Funeral Chapels South.


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Published by New York Times on Sep. 18, 2007.

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Donna McCartney-Rumsey

September 18, 2007

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Christine was one of a kind. My family and I talk about her and your father often.

Sherry Hodges

September 18, 2007

Mom Grogan was always so sweet and thoughtful. Kind to all, caring to those she loved, and she loved everyone. We understand why she is known as "the hugger".

Gregory Hodges

September 18, 2007

"Grandma Grogan" was one of the dearest and sweetest people I've ever known. Much love to her family and friends.

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