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Published March 23, 2012, 12:00 AM

MARCELLE "MARCEE" OESTREICH

Marcelle, "Marcee," Oestreich, 83, Duluth, died peacefully March 22 at home with members of her family by her side, after being diagnosed with lung cancer recently.

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Marcelle, "Marcee," Oestreich, 83, Duluth, died peacefully March 22 at home with members of her family by her side, after being diagnosed with lung cancer recently.

She was born Aug. 29, 1928 in Gilbert, Minn. to Otto and Theresa Lindholm.

Marcee was a 1946 graduate of Duluth Denfeld High School and married William J. Oestreich, Jr. in 1950. She was a charter member of St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Duluth. Marcee played a number of roles in her life - daughter, sister, friend and spouse, Cub Scout den mother, Kenwood Elementary school cook and bowling partner, - but the one that she cherished the most was the one of mother. Her wisdom, guidance, patience and positive attitude made us all better people. In her younger years, Marcee loved to dance and always has had a love for music and people.

Marcee was preceded in death by her grandparents, Otto and Linda Lindholm; parents, Otto and Theresa Lindholm; husband, William J. Oestreich, Jr.; brother, Ron Lindholm; and granddaughter, Joey Lynn Oestreich.

She is survived by her seven children, Patrick (Colleen) Oestreich, Hibbing, Larry Oestreich, Duluth, Linda (Todd) Anderson, Deerwood, Barbara (Thomas) Murray, Anoka, Karl (Theresa Oestreich), Eagan, David Oestreich, Eagan, Mark (Vicki) Oestreich, Duluth; 17 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren.

VISITATION: 10 a.m. Monday, March 26, until the 11 a.m. funeral Mass in St. Benedict's Catholic Church, Duluth, followed by burial at Sunrise Memorial Park, Hermantown; and then lunch at St. Benedict's.

Funeral arrangements are being made by Dougherty Funeral Home, Duluth.

Direct memorials to: St. Benedict's Catholic Church Duluth; Arthritis Foundation, and St. Mary's Hospice & Palliative Care.

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Earl C.
Waikoloa, HI     03/24/2012 6:02 PM

We remember Marcee a dear friend with a musical ear. Our paths never crossed after graduation from Dear Old but we always remember her absolute friendliness to all. Rest in peace. Helen & Earl Cook

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Linda S.
Stillwater, MN     03/23/2012 6:31 AM

Dear Pat, Larry, Linda, and the rest of the Oestreich family, My condolences on the loss of your wonderful, sweet mother. She always exuded a quite, calming influence over all of you, even though you probably had moments where you didn't realize it (and admit it, Pat and Larry--you guys had moments where you "challenged" her devotion). She was the hub of the wheel of your family, and so proud of all of you and supportive of you and your dad. Growing up next door on Toledo Street and at the cabin on Hunter Lake, I don't remember ever seeing your mom when she wasn't being kind and loving. I'm sure you'll miss her terribly. Linda McLain Samarzia Beijing

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