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Mary Barcelow Obituary

Barcelow, Mary Jayne Loving Wife, Mother Grandmother and Great Grandmother Born October 15th, 1916 and died peacefully January 31st, 2007. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Paul Barcelow, mother Loyola Sommers Fox and brother Thomas Edward Fox. Mary Jayne was active throughout her life by contributing time to many church related events, Girl Scouts, Highland Little League, Meals on Wheels, Mothers Club board member at Derham Hall High School, St. Thomas Academy High School and President of Mended Hearts Club at Saint Josephs Hospital. Mary Jayne was nominated by her daughter Susan and named Mother of the Year in 1958 for her many contributions to youth activities in the Highland Park area. As matriarch of the Barcelow family, Mary Jayne has left a legacy of love and giving that each one of her many family members will carry with them for the rest of their lives. Mary Jayne is survived by 3 children: Susan Bury (Bill), Michael Barcelow (Heidi), Kris Barcelow (Jane); 9 grand children: Julie Thomas (Steve), Chrissy Merullo (Steve), Carrie McDonald (Michael), Grace Ann Barcelow, Niki Eichens (Jamie), Ali Hodson (Drew), Maren Gardner (Joe), Taylor Barcelow, Max Barcelow and 12 great grand children. Mass of Christian Burial 10AM Friday (TODAY) at LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH (2055 Bohland Ave., St. Paul) with visitation one hour prior to services at the church. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Arr. O'Halloran Murphy and Murphy Funeral Home. 651-698-0756

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Published by Pioneer Press on Feb. 2, 2007.

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Sheran Neumann (Deschene)

February 2, 2007

To Kris and the family: I was so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. It seems as if you're never really fully prepared for the loss. Cherish the wonderful memories you have of her.

Susan Rydell

February 2, 2007

To the Barcelow Family and especially to Sue and Bill and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. To Sue: Your Mom was quite a woman! I remember meeting her when you and I were well past becoming "adults" and I was about to address your Mom as "Mary Jayne" .....whoa! Mrs. Barcelow! We think of you often and miss you! Love and prayers from Sue and Stan

John Moylan

February 1, 2007

We remember Mary Jane as a very lovely person who was very kind to my sister, Ann, and Ann's daughter, Carrie. Joy and I will remember Mary Jane in our prayers. May she rest in peace.

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