Maurice Reopelle MSGT (Ret.)

Maurice R. Reopelle, MSGT (Ret.)

Maurice, “Mauri” was born on November 19, 1933, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, to Joseph and Irene Reopelle He passed away December 8, 2018 at South Ogden Post Acute, under the care of Legacy Healthcare Hospice. He attended St. Bernard’s Catholic School and Lincoln High School, graduating in 1952.

After graduation, he joined the Air Force where he served for 26 years. He served in Korea and Vietnam. While stationed at Ramstein AFB, Germany, he traveled to many countries with his Squadron.

Mauri was a Vikings fan, enjoyed fishing, walking, traveling and being with his family.

In 1956, Mauri married Carol Nelson at McChord AFB, Washington.

Maurice was born November 19, 1933 and pHe is survived by his wife, Carol; daughter, Kim (John) Stevens of Peterson, UT; daughter, Kristi (Mike) Turner of Monroe, UT; son, Tim (Bridget) Reopelle of North Ogden; sister, Margo (Dennis) Heaney of Minneapolis, MN; 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, one sister, and one grandson.

Our family wishes to thank South Ogden Post Acute and Legacy Healthcare Hospice for their loving care for our Mauri. Also thank you to Pastor Rick and Father Cummins for their visits, and Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary for all their assistance at this time.

Mauri is now at peace in his Heavenly Home. The suffering is over.

Memorial services for Maurice Reopelle will be Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Acension Lutheran Church, 1105 N. Washington Blvd., Ogden, Utah, with Pastor Rick Brenton officiating.

Graveside services with full military honors will be held following the services at the Ben Lomond Cemetery, 526 East 2850 North, North Ogden.

A reception will follow at the church after the graveside. Arrangements entrusted to Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary.

To my Husband, to our Dad, Grandfather, Great-grandfather, and Brother, We Love You!