Mary Lou Shobe
June 9, 1931 - April 19, 2020
Obituary for Mary Lou Shobe
Mary Lou (Kemple) Shobe, a long-time resident of Maple Grove, MN passed away on April 19th, 2020 in Orlando, FL.
Mary Lou was born to Louis and Inez Kemple in 1931 at her parent’s home in Spring Valley, MN. After completing her nursing education at Glenwood Hills Hospital in Golden Valley, MN she worked as a psychiatric nurse.
In 1952 Mary Lou married Ronald Shobe and worked with him as a partner in both their life and business ventures. The Shobes sold their business in 1984 and retired, spending much of their time in Fort Myers, Florida where they enjoyed an extensive social network.
A highly active member in her community, Mary Lou was a charter member of St. Gerard’s Parish, and a member of the Board of Directors at both Community Emergency Assistance Program (CEAP) and North Hennepin Community College.
Mary Lou loved being with her many, many friends. A good cup of coffee, dinner, or a round of golf were always good reasons to socialize!
She is proceeded in death by her husband Ronald, and survived by her children Scott Shobe, Carol Turner, and Mark Shobe (Jane). Mary Lou is also survived by her grandchildren Bradley Turner (Jenn), Stephanie Shobe McKinley (Ryan), Samantha Shobe, Patrick Shobe, and great grandchild Grayson Turner. Her grandchildren and great grandson brought her tremendous joy in her later years.
A remembrance and celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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