Tom Gronlund
October 30, 1943 ~ October 14, 2021
Age 77 of Chisago City. Loving Husband, Dad, Papa & Brother passed away unexpectedly at home on October 14, 2021.
Preceded in death by parents, Helmer & Louise; siblings, Don, Janice Brackett, Dewey. Survived by loving wife of 50 years, Gay; children, Bonnie (Dean) Christopher, Brian (Joelle); grandson, Austin Ruohonen; sister, Anita (Rich) Paulson; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
A celebration of Tom’s life 11 AM Saturday, October 23rd with visitation one hour prior at Wyoming United Methodist Church, 5459 E Viking Blvd, Wyoming. Memorials preferred to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Sharing & Caring Hands, YMCA or Wyoming United Methodist Church.
Enjoyed coaching basketball with Tom, learning the game of curling and spending time at their cabin playing cribbage. Jerry Olson
Thank you for the fond memories! I’m honored my daughters got to meet you. You welcomed them with open arms and a four wheeler ride. You will be dearly missed! God speed!! Xoxo Diane Paulson-Turacek and family.
Gay, my heart is broken for you. I’m so sorry to read of Tom’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
John, Johnny, and I send condolences to Gay and the rest of the family. We were so sad to hear this news this evening. We remember many fun times with Tom and you, Gay, when we wintered in Harbor Hills. We especially enjoyed card games and watching football and basketball games together at Ray and Mary’s house. Tom was our resident Minnesota fan who faithfully cheered for his Gophers vs. our Spartans. He was always a good sport, win or lose. One fond memory I keep is when Bonnie and Austin were together with both of you at the pool. I absolutely loved the interaction between Austin ( then around 12 years old) and his grandfather, whom he affectionately called “Papa.” It looked like love. I know Tom was proud of his grandson and treasured the time they had together. Tom was a kind and caring man, the kind of person we were proud to know as a friend. He will be greatly missed.
I’m so sorry Brian & Bonnie
‘So enjoyed a special occasion with Tom and Gay at the cabin about 15 years ago. I was kindly invited for an evening of comfort — dinner, sauna, a swim, and good humor — when I was working a difficult job in northern MN. That kindness and generosity meant so much at the time, and I cherish that happy memory of being with you both. Much love, Jan
Gay – You and yours are in my thoughts. My deepest sympathy and love to you all, Cousin Emily
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you now and going forward. — Jan Bailey, Nathan Bailey Family, Emily Blados & Family, and Darcy Bauer
Brother, you are in our thoughts and prayers forever!
On one of our joyful trips to the cabin,we were giving Tom a hard time about trapping mice -cruel, heartless, etc. The next morning when we went outside ,there on the railing were 3 trapped mice propped up for us to see. Wonderful memories. Aside from the poor mice. They always shared so generously. God bless and comfort you and give you His peace!!
May you take comfort in loving memory and the friends and family that surround you. We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss Tom!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Gay, Brian and Bonnie. Our heart breaks for you. We love you guys. Scott, Kathryn, Madissen, Conner, Aiden
Tom always had a smile whenever we’d see him outside in the neighborhood. Quite often he’d get a chuckle out of us when chatting. He will be missed by many. Wishing the family peace in your hearts as you fondly remember him.
Brian, Joelle and family, Our deepest sympathies for your profound loss. Holding you close to heart as you navigate this tragedy.
Gay, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry we were not able to be at Tom’s service. Tom will remain in our hearts forever. Love Sue & Jan
May his memory be eternal. Our dear family friend. All the love to his beautiful family. We used to visit uncle Tom and auntie Gay at their lake house in Duluth and spend the most amazing days there. So many wonderful memories. Forever in our hears. Mariana and the Abdallah family