Patricia J. LaPlace, Pat, Patty and fondly referred to as “Grady” by many friends and family members, was born on June 22nd, 1944 passed away on March 17th, 2022 (her favorite day of the year). Resident of Maple Grove and East Gull Lake, Minnesota.
Preceded in death by parents, Phyllis and Francis Grady; and brother Terrence Grady. Survived by dearest husband of 57 years, who had known Pat since she was 14 years old, Jean E. LaPlace, Sr.; two sons who she is so proud of, Jean Jr.(wife Gail, daughters Lauren and Allison), and Michael Patrick (wife Kim, daughter Jessica and son Adam). Also survived by sisters, Kathy (David), Sharon (Don), and Teresa. Brothers, Marty (Chris), Danny, and Mike (Pat).
Pat enjoyed time with her family and friends.She loved attending school concerts and sporting events and the many parties with friends and family. Friends were an important part of her life from the Incarnation grade school friends, the Holy Angles group and our wonderful East Gull Lake crew. Jean and Pat enjoyed the last few winters at Ft. Myers’s, Florida meeting with friends from the past and meeting new friends.
A message to all from Pat
Thanks to all of you who shared the support during my illness. I loved getting your cards and little gifts.I must mention Jody a friend I met in 1995. Jody ended up living in Naples, Florida but during my illness kept in constant touch by phone and we were even able to see each other a few times. Jody and I shared many Shenanigans over the year as co-workers especially on St. Patrick’s Day!
The family would like to thank the crew of North Memorial Hospice for all their loving care.
In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church,9100 93rd Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN 55445, April 5th, 2022. Visitation at 9:30, with Lunch to follow.
Burial will be held at a later date at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery
Tuesday, April 5th 9:30 AM
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
9100 93rd Ave. N.
Brooklyn Park, MN
Tuesday, April 5th 10:30 AM
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
9100 93rd Ave. N.
Brooklyn Park, MN
Evans-Nordby funeral chapel in Osseo, MN handled my husband’s cremation and Celebration of Life service in July of 2023. I can’t say enough positive things about all aspects of my interactions with them. They reached out to help every step of the way—from planning the Celebration of Life service, the service itself, and after care contact. Brittney was the person I primarily worked with. She was kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, organized, and had great communication skills, which greatly helped in reducing my stress level. I plan to contact Evans-Nordby soon to pre-plan my own final arrangements.