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Gwendolyn THOMPSON Obituary

Our beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother and auntie, Gwen, left us Sunday, January 14, 2018. She was the amazing wife of Doug, mother to her chosen son John Johnson (Katie), favorite sister of Deborah Bartholomew, Carol Galles and Jeffrey Apman (Shelly). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, as well as greats and great-greats. Gwen was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Kay Apman. Gwen is also survived by extended families on both sides and many friends, who were also her "chosen" family. Gwen had the ability to love unconditionally everyone she met. She ran a very successful salon (Dual Clippers) with a team of women that she loved with all her heart. Gwen chose to have a Celebration of her life. We will honor and remember her Sunday, January 28, 2018 at the Dugout Bar, 96 Mahtomedi Ave, Mahtomedi, MN 55115, from 1:00-5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jan. 21, 2018.

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Steve Schwartz

April 16, 2018

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

Steve Horsfield

January 29, 2018

I was so sad to hear of Gwen's passing, as were Evan and Amy. Gwen had an enormous heart for so many people. We wish peace for Doug and for all her family.

Deb & Terry Shelstad

January 28, 2018

Sending hugs, thoughts and prayers for you all. Gwen was a marvelous person and will be truly missed.

Jessie O'Ryan

January 24, 2018

Doug and family:
I am very saddened by Gwen's passing. She was a great friend and beautician. I will miss her and her talents of making my hair look better than what I came in with in the first place. She was very friendly and had a great smile and I will miss her. I hope that you will be surrounded by loved ones during this difficult time Doug. We loved her generous spirit. May she rest in paradise. She was the perfect match for you.. my continued prayers and I will be there on the 28th to celebrate her life.

Kim Kosek Renstrom

January 23, 2018

Doug, Deb and all of Gwen's family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart is saddened because Gwen was such a bright light. I pray that your cherished memories will carry you through this difficult time. God bless

Denise Parkhurst

January 23, 2018

I am so sorry to hear this. Heaven got another Angel. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. May God bless you all and keep you strong. HUGS to you Doug.

Lisa Foitle

January 22, 2018

Doug, thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. I am thankful I had the opportunity to meet her when in town a couple of times. She treated everyone with such kindness, like she had known you all her life.

Prayers to the entire family.

Lynn Kimble

January 22, 2018

Dear Doug, and all of Gwen's loving family: Gwen was a great friend, a wonderful neighbor, and my talented beautician. I miss her each day and am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.I am so sorry to be physically unable to attend her celebration of life on Sunday,1/28/18.

susan carmody

January 22, 2018

Thinking of you Debbie, Doug and all of your family....Gwen was so special and I feel grateful to have know her. The Thanksgiving parties were amazing and the times with her last summer watching Ty and Kyra ride their horses and show the dog for 4H. She hung in there all day for the kids!

Dave & Sandy Wilke

January 22, 2018

Doug, John & Katie,
We ae so sorry for your loss. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. She is resting in the beautiful home God has made for her. Rest in peace Gwen.

January 21, 2018

Doug
So sorry for your loss. She was a great and kind lady to all see came in contact with.
Sandy (LIttle) BAnnie

Paula Shockey

January 21, 2018

Doug, I was so heartbroken to hear of Gwen's passing. Everytime I saw her, she was always full of life and happiness! Heaven has gained a beautiful soul!

Kelly Center

January 21, 2018

We will forever be better for knowing Gwen. Such a kind, giving, fun loving person. Doug and family, I am so very sorry for your huge loss. She will never be forgotten and always celebrated. Much love,Kelly, Jim, Will and Grace Center.

Cherryl Campeau Kurkoski

January 21, 2018

I am so sorry you have lost the love of your life. I can only hope your memories of your beautiful wife will fill that huge hole in your heart.

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