Robert W. MURNANE

Age 85 Died peacefully on December 11, 2020 in his home in St. Paul. Bob was born on September 16th, 1935 in St Paul Mn. to E.W. (Bill) and Violet Murnane. He is preceded in death by his parents Bill and Vi, his brothers in law Jim Postlewaite and Ted John, his infant daughter Mary and sons Patrick and Michael. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Margaret Mary (John ), sister Patricia Postlewaite, son Tim (Kathy), daughters Sheila Anderson, Katie Ulfig (Wade), Sue Sturdivant (Joe), daughter in law Kimberly Brenteson (Troy),13 grandchildren Molly Nelsen (Russ), Joe Sturdivant, Nick Murnane (Molly), Jennifer LeBlanc (David), Mike Sturdivant (Masada), Lauren Timm (Steve), Katie McKenzie (Marcus), Katie Mason (Cody), Justin Ulfig, Maddie Sturdivant, Alex Murnane, Natalie Ulfig, Ryan Murnane, 4 great grandchildren Mason and Charlie Timm, Noah Sturdivant and Madison McKenzie, also survived by nieces and nephews Phil (Kathy) Postlewalite, Anne Postlewaite, Monica Postlewaite, Ted John, Christine Hiben, and Vicky Fisher. Bob was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and his family always came first. He was a devout Catholic and his strong faith was instilled in his entire family. He was an avid duck hunter and down hill skier and pursued these passions for decades. He passed these rich traditions down to his children and grandchildren and his spirit lives on in every great hunt and each perfect powder day. Bob's love of spending time with his family at the cabin is legendary. His grandfather first visited the Whitefish Chain in the late 1920's and Bob grew up enjoying the year round beauty of Rush Lake and the city of Crosslake. His great grandchildren represent the 6th generation of Murnane family members to enjoy the beauty of the area. Bob's last visit to the family cabin was this past Thanksgiving. Bob graduated from Nativity of Our Lord grade school and St Thomas Academy (53') and completed his undergraduate studies at the University of St.Thomas. He received his law degree from the University of Minnesota in 1959 and enjoyed an impressive 50 year career as a successful and admired trial attorney in the law firm started by his father (E.W. Murnane) and his uncle (Charles Murnane) in 1940. The Murnane law firm was a reputable and respected law firm for over 70 years and Bob played a crucial role in the firm's success and growth. In later years he mentored many of the firms new attorneys and his colleagues and peers held him in the highest regard. He was well known for his respect, integrity, intellect and humility. Due to COVID restrictions there will be a private family funeral at Nativity of Our Lord church in St. Paul at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday January 12, 2021. The service will be live streamed and available at www.nativitystpaul.org. A private burial will be held in Crosslake Mn next spring. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, Our Lady of Peace Home, or Union Gospel of St. Paul. A Celebration of Life will be held during the summer of 2021.