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Thomas Edgell Obituary

Edgell, Thomas W. Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather & Friend Thomas Wendell Edgell, 67, passed away October 21, 2008 at his home in Austin, TX, after a short battle with cancer. He was born to Edward W. Edgell and Vera Nyquist Edgell in St. Paul, Minnesota. Thomas is survived by his wife, Alvina (Babe) Bialke; son, Bryan and wife Adriane; daughter, Julia and husband James Richards; his beloved grandchildren; his brother, David and wife Nancee of White Bear Lake, MN; his sister, Karen Irestone of Woodbury, MN; as well as his nieces, nephews, extended family and many, many dear friends. A memorial service was held on Sunday, October 26th at TRIUMPHANT LOVE LUTHERAN CHURCH, in Austin, TX. Friends are invited to view Tom's full obituary and share words of comfort in an online tribute at http://memorialwebsites.legacy.com/ThomasEdgell.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Nov. 2, 2008.

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Jim Gustafson

November 7, 2008

Babe. Bryan, Julia, Dave & Karen:
Tom was a very special friend. We had many good talks about our friendship & I have saved some of the e-mails from Tom. Over the years when things got tough for me, Tom was alway's there, good times, bad times, any time. He was a true friend indeed & I will alway's miss him. We went through grade school, Jr High,& High school together. Worked as carry out's at a grocery store and at Clarks service station and hung around together for many years. I used to call him Trans World Edgell (TWE) I never knew anyone who ever said a bad word about Tom , or said they didn't like him. That is quite a legacy. I know Edge is in a better place and thats good for him but it puts a big void there for the rest of us. I was truly blessed to have had a friend like Tom in my life.
Jim Gustafson

Julie Wanlund-Daine

November 3, 2008

Babe, Karen, David and family; we were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. My dad Fritz Wanlund has fond memories of growing up together next door. My sister Carrie Surber and I have fond memories of meeting you and your families while visiting Vera and our grandparents Marge and Carlton Wanlund next door. Please accept our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

Doug Laska

November 3, 2008

Karen, I was sorry to read about your brother's death in the Pioneer Press. I remember Tom as a great guy while we were growing up on the East Side. He will be missed by his family, especially his grandchildren.

Doug Laska

November 3, 2008

Karen, I was extremely sorry to read about your loss in the Pioneer Press. I remember Tom as a great person when we were growing up. He was far too young to pass on, but he will live on in the hearts of family members. Especially his grandchildren.

Ruth Timmerman

November 2, 2008

Dear Alvina: My sister sent me the notice for your husband. Please accept my condolescences and my wishes for your future happiness.
Ruth (Becklund) Timmerman

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