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Sandra POHLAD Obituary

Age 78 of Edina Preceded in death by husband of 44 years, Harold "Chug" Pohlad. Survived by daughters, Karen Pohlad, Kathy (Tom) Duxbury and Ann Pohlad; sons, Tom (Laurie) Pohlad and John (Cathy) Pohlad; 10 beloved grand-children; also survived by brother, Dr. Thomas (Mary Ann) Robbins; sister Mary (Bob) Owen; other relatives and friends. A special thank you to family friend Dr. Tracy Powell and the nursing staff at Fairview Southdale Hospital. Memorials may be directed to Fairview Southdale Hospital designated to the new Emergency Room. To all who knew Sandy, she was a strong, gregarious woman who was dedicated to her family. We are going to miss her bright mind, sound advice and wonderful sense of humor. We are happy that Mom and Dad are together again. A private family service is being held with a public memorial service at a later date. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

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Published by Pioneer Press from Dec. 17 to Dec. 22, 2013.

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Margie Ainsworth

December 11, 2023

I remember calling my gran every weekday morning at 8:00 and just having small talk with her.

Jane Wyatt

December 23, 2013

John- I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. I know all too well how much the loss of one's mother "shakes the foundations". My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
Jane Wyatt

william humphries

December 22, 2013

John, sorry to hear about your lost. May God bless and guide you and your family through this very difficult time.

December 20, 2013

Dear Karen, Tom, Kathy, Ann and John,
I was very sorry to learn of your Mom's recent passing. Though I haven't seen any of you in years, I'm always reminded of all of you when I drive by your childhood home on Cooper Ave. May God bless your Mom and all of you during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

John Hibbs, Jr.
Edina, MN

Roger Beck

December 19, 2013

Conversations with your Mom always put a smile on my face, and not just because she was a customer, but call from Sandra was all about a good laugh. I will miss her. What a fun lady she was.
Roger Beck

December 18, 2013

Grace with a mischievous smile..... unending love and devotion to her wonderful family. God's Peace as you all as you celebrate a wonderful life.

Love,

The Fabie Family

December 18, 2013

Dear Karen and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I remember your mother as being so lovely and loving, full of the zest of life and so kind to me. I especially remember days at your pool when we in grade school and your mom being right there polishing her nails. I thought she was like a movie star. Will be thinking of you all in the days to come. In deepest sympathy, Carol Cherne

Jim and Rose Robbins

December 18, 2013

Dear Karen, Tom, Katie, Annie, and John,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. We'll keep you in our prayers and hold on to wonderful memories of a remarkable lady. Aunt Sandy was such an elegant, giving, and fun-loving person. I will always enjoy a heartwarming memory that I trace to a childhood Christmas, missing my dad during his deployment in Vietnam, but delightfully distracted by all of Christmas Eve activity at the Pohlad house. Aunt Sandy kept us all busy with games and food and presents and periodic announcements of Santa's progress on his trip from the North Pole. For many reasons, not the least being her awesome candy drawer, she will always have a special place in my heart.

Tris Casciaro

December 18, 2013

Rest in peace, Sandy Pohlad. Your family was like a second family to me and had more positive influence on my life than you will ever know. May you find love, peace, and your beloved Chug at the gates.

December 18, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Pohlad family. We have many fond memories with Sandra and Chug over
the years in Minnesota and Florida.
Sandra was a class lady with a wonderful sense of humor.
Jim and Pam Hanson

Jim & Deb Haberkorn

December 17, 2013

Kathy & Family, So sorry for your loss. Know that we have you in our thoughts and prayers as you face the days ahead.

Rick & Judy Robbins

December 17, 2013

I was really sad to dear of Aunt Sandy's passing. I can hear her laugh now as I think about it, and it reminds me of simple times, lots of action and a house full of noise and fun!

I can remember Chug in a reflective moment bragging he had caught the best gal. She always kept him (and everyone else) on their toes. God speed Sandy, we'll miss you!

Love to all, and know you are in our thoughts and prayers this week.

Nancy Steinke

December 17, 2013

So sorry for your loss Karen, Tom, Kath, Ann and John. She left a wonderful impression on all of us kids growing up in our little hood, I loved her humor and her strong personality. Hugs to you all. Blessings, Platou

Dave Trautmann

December 17, 2013

Dear Tom, Laurie & the Pohlad family,
I am saddened by news of your mother's passing. It was a special honor to be invited to pray with her in the hospital; and to hear that each of you were with her at the time of her home going.

May Christ comfort to you. (1 Pet 1:3)

Julie Spanier

December 17, 2013

Sandra was an amazing, fun and strong woman whom I have always held with the greatest of respect. I remember babysitting her grandchildren at her house and being able to spend hours talking with her about "Days of Our Lives" soap opera and solving all the problems of the world. She never let us leave without making sure she gave everyone candy and food. She kept her house so clean - I remember once I set down a burp cloth for just a minute and turned around - she already had it in the wash machine. She was always so fun to talk to and she had a heart of gold. My sympathy to all of her amazing family which I know she loved dearly. I am honored to have known her.

December 17, 2013

Karen, Kathy, Ann, Tom and John,

Please know you and the rest of your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. May your memories of your mom bring you joy. I will always remember your mom as a lively, sophisticated and engaging woman who enjoyed socializing and showed genuine interest for others well-being. Though I had not seen your mom for many, many years she has been a woman to emulate and she will always remain larger than life to me.

Respectfully,
Bonnie Egan (Boufford)

December 17, 2013

We will miss you Gran.

With lots of love,
Margie

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