Marion K. Longlet

Of Oakdale, MN

Passed away Tuesday April 8, 2014 Born in Hanley Falls, MN on June 26, 1918 to Julian and Eunice Bestland, Marion became a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Growing up on a farm overshadowed by the Great Depression she lived a life of dignity, humility and hard work. Her infectious sense of humor served to bring smiles and laughter to all those around her. Marion was married to Melvin Longlet on June 23, 1939 and together they raised three boys. She enjoyed serving others through her gifts of hospitality especially the members of Arlington Hills Lutheran Church, her family and friends. Her faith in God sustained her through difficult times and she remained grateful for all of the blessings she daily received. Marion is preceded in death by her Husband, Melvin; Parents, Julian and Eunice Bestland; Brother, Hilton (Betty) Bestland and Daughter-in-Law, Bonnie Longlet. She is survived by her Brothers, Roger (Lois) Bestland, Wayne (Bernice) Bestland; Sons, Richard, Donald (Margaret) and Tom (Linda); Six Grandchildren, Timothy (Rebecca) Longlet, David (Monica) Longlet, Benjamin (Julie) Longlet, Elizabeth (Joshua) Johnston, Michael and Anne Longlet; Twelve Great-Grandchildren. Memorial service 11AM Thursday 4/24 at Arlington Hills Lutheran Church, 1115 Greenbrier St., St. Paul with a visitation 1 hour prior to service. Private interment at Union Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Oak Meadows Senior Living, 8131 4th St. N, Oakdale, MN 55125 or to donor's choice.