Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 pm on Thursday, March 1, 2012, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Alois (“Al”) Joseph Lauer, 85, of St. Cloud and formerly of Staples, who died on Sunday, February 26, at the St. Cloud Hospital. Reverend Alan Wielinski will officiate. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery, St. Cloud.
Family and friends may call between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm on Wednesday, February 29, at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud, and after 11:30 am Thursday, March 1, at the church. The St. Cloud Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, Father Pierz Assembly #0530, will stand honor guard from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday. Parish prayers will be at 6:00 pm and the Knights of Columbus will pray at 6:30 pm.
Al was born in Farming, Minnesota, on July 26, 1926, to Christian John and Barbara (Wilms) Lauer, the seventh of nine children. He was raised on a farm where he learned an appreciation for the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing that continued throughout his life.
Al married Alice Mary Torborg on October 29, 1955, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, in Richmond. Minnesota. They had seven children together: Joe (Kathy), Waunakee, WI; Mary, South Saint Paul; John, Little Falls; Kathy McLaughlin (Fran), Maple Grove; Terry (Tamara), Minneapolis; Mark (Barbara), Portland, OR; and Mike (Kathy), Golden Valley. He has 14 grandchildren.
Al attended high school at the University of Minnesota School of Agriculture graduating in 1944. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1951, and received his Master of Arts degree in 1965. He worked as a teacher in high school and adult vocational educational programs, and was an FFA advisor to many students. Al received state and national honorary FFA American Farmer degrees. After retirement, Al was active in numerous volunteer and service organizations including: AARP Tax Aide, 55 Alive, and the Bluebird Recovery program. He was a member of the Waite Park American Legion Post #428 and the St. Cloud Eagles Aerie #622.
Al lived for his family and enjoyed many friends. He passed on to his family his faith and an appreciation of nature. He taught them how to value family and to love, and showed them the importance of hard work and having fun.
Al died as the result of a brain hemorrhage following a fall while taking his daily walk. Preceding him in death were his parents, his brothers Clarence, Art, Romie, and Walter; brother-in-law, Ted Gram; and his sisters-in-law Marie (Spanier), Marie (Thome), Rita (Athmann), Anne (Biermann), and Hilde (Silvers).
Dear Lauer Family,
We are so saddened by the loss of Al and wish that we could have attended the services to pass along condolences in person to John, Alice, and the rest of the Lauer family. We hope that you find strength in each other during this difficult time.
Much Peace,
Tom and Melissa
Alice and family, We are so very sorry to hear of Al’s passing. We lived around the corner in the Centennial Addition and always appreciated Al taking our leaves in the fall for his orchard up north. He always made time for us at church breakfasts and we would chat with him when he’d walk by the house. He was a really special guy.
Dear Lauer family,
We are so sorry to hear of Al passing.Remember the good times…all those wonderful memories,etc.I think Al would want you all to celebrate his life today.Sad times…but joyful times remembering.!
God Bless you all…and take good care of your mom now.
Maryann and Jerry
My prayers go out to all of you, Mark, Mike and the entire Lauer family for the loss of your dad. I think of your dad as being the epitome of ‘stoic,’ while at the same time having such a warm and loving smile. I hope you take comfort in the many memories you have with him. I’ll be thinking of you in the days and weeks to come.
Dear Lauer family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father,husband..grandpa. Remembner the good times. We didn’t think any of us good make the funeral…but Jerry is on his way.You “kids” are special to him and with the weather ..he was in Moorhead watching MSUM with grandson Jordan on the team..and they are going into the semi finals Saturday in Rochester. I am sure he will be emotional when he sees all of you today.! Sad times..comfort each other.! People here remember Al also as the bicyle repair man. Take good care of your Mom in the following days ahead. God Bless,Maryann
“Al lived for his family and enjoyed many friends. He passed on to his family his faith and an appreciation of nature…” What more needs to be said, Joe, Kathy and family. Al Lauer lived well and was well love. And now he is in a better place. My God comfort and strengthen each of you in the aftermath of his passing.
My parents and I are so saddened for your loss. Cherish the special memories that you had with your father. I will remember his sense of humor and kindness. Hugs to all of you during this difficult time. Celebrate his life today.
Mike, Mark, and the Lauer family, sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure Al will be greatly missed. Surely you will remember all the great times you had together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John,
May you feel God’s loving presence as you grieve the loss of your dear dad. My love and prayers are with you and your family.
God’s Peace,
Carol Larson
We fondly remember all the good times we had with Al, Alice and John as we played many card games. Al was a real “trooper” on the trip we took together to BWCA. He and John were always first to arrive at each portage.
We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Marge & Bruce Rakow
Lauer Family,
I am sorry for your loss. I pray God’s peace for all of you in this time of mourning. At the same time, I hope there is celebrating as well as you remember many good times with your dad.
Dean Jennissen (Friend of Mike and Mark at Staples High)
The thoughts and prayers of the Bisek deer camp are with all of the Lauer family. We will always remember Al’s friendly smile as he greeted us at church or when we stopped to visit. We always enjoyed hearing his stories, but also appreciated the interest he took in how things were going on our side of the creek. While we are sad to hear of his passing, he has left behind a great legacy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, John, and all of your family. May the wonderful memories of your father help you get through this difficult time. Georgia, John and Andy Kretschmar
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 pm on Thursday, March 1, 2012, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Alois (“Al”) Joseph Lauer, 85, of St. Cloud and formerly of Staples, who died on Sunday, February 26, at the St. Cloud Hospital. Reverend Alan Wielinski will officiate. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery, St. Cloud.
Family and friends may call between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm on Wednesday, February 29, at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud, and after 11:30 am Thursday, March 1, at the church. The St. Cloud Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, Father Pierz Assembly #0530, will stand honor guard from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday. Parish prayers will be at 6:00 pm and the Knights of Columbus will pray at 6:30 pm.
