C. "Bud" Mandery

Mandery, C. Marvin "Bud" Age 87, died unexpectedly on Sunday, July 22. Born in rural Southwestern MN, he graduated from Lamberton High School in 1942. He served in the Navy in the South Pacific during WWII (1942-46) and received his BS from the University of MN in 1950 on the GI Bill. He married his wife, Ruth Sandgren, in 1951. Marv worked for General Mills Inc for 36 years in the Human Resources arena. Even after retirement General Mills was an important part of his life. He was often called upon to lead tour groups thru the company campus and he cherished the frequent gatherings with his fellow retirees. While working he was a dedicated member of the Economic Relocation Council, serving as an officer several times. He was an active volunteer even while working. He served on the leadership teams of several local PTA's, community councils and church committees . Activities started while working were carried over into retirement. Plus new ones were added. This includes 27 years of service to the Mpls Parks and Recreation Board, Meals on Wheels, Mill City Museum, Minnesota Historical Society, University of MN Carlson School of Mgmt, Family Means, Sports Medicine Surgery Center and High School Business competitions. Marv loved music and, in particular, The Metropolitan Opera and Minnesota Orchestra. He was passionate about Gopher football, travel, dancing and golf. Preceded in death by wife, Ruth, Marv is survived by brother DeVon Bangerter (Mary), daughters JoEllen Sanchez (Angel), Jeri Herman (Stan), Janelle Mandery, Julie Mandery, grandsons Nicolas Sanchez, Michael Herman, Daniel Herman, granddaughter Erica Herman Valdez (Eddie) and other loving relatives and friends. Dad, we will love you and miss you forever. Memorial Service Saturday, July 28, 2:30 pm with visitation from 1:30-2:30 pm at Lake Harriet Methodist Church, 4901 Chowen Ave. So. Minneapolis, MN 55410. Private interment at Fort Snelling. Memorials to Lake Harriet Methodist Church or Herman Library of the Carlson School of Mgmt at the U of M, 321 19th Ave. So., Mpls., MN 55455. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

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C. "Bud" Mandery

July 27, 2012

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C. "Bud" Mandery

July 27, 2012

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