Marie "Grethe" Margrethe (Petersen) Bray

Marie was raised in Solvang, CA the daughter of Alfred and Erna (Kjersgaard) Petersen. She enjoyed working with her “Pop” in the bakery. She graduated from both Grandview College, IA and SDSU, SD. Taught Home Ec. for District 16 (Spring Lake Park) from 1971-1995. Was an active JAMS volunteer. Enjoyed craft shows, weaving rugs and other crafts, and socializing with family & friends. Loved baking - especially treats for her grandkids and close friends.

Survived by Children, Stephen (Patty) of Fridley, Ronald (Karen) of Arlington, WA, Mindy (Dave) Pell of Jackson, Terry (Victoria) of Blaine and Bill (Nancee) of Ramsey; Grandchildren, Amanda (Joe Morales), Rachel, Glen and Jeff Pell (Miranda Gleason), Alissa (Pat) Coquyt, Sam (Will Imholte), Will, Brandon and Robert Smith, Amber, Ashley and Taylor; Great-grandchildren, Payton, Quinn, Chase, Aubrey, Hunter, Brooke, and Abby; also, by many Loving Relatives and Friends.

Preceded in death by Husband, Darold; Infant Son, Jeffrey; Parents, Alfred and Erna Petersen; Twin Sister, Ingrid Ringrose.

~Celebration of Life~

11AM, Monday, August 20, 2018 with visitation 1 hr. prior at

Gearhart Funeral Home,

11275 Foley Blvd. NW,

Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Reception to follow.

~Interment~

Epiphany Cemetery

Coon Rapids, Minnesota

www.GearhartFuneralHome.com

763-755-6300