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Lorraine Martha (Olsen) Halli 1921 - 2006

Lorraine Martha (Olsen) Halli of Lakeville, Dakota County, MN was born on April 27, 1921 in Minneapolis, Hennepin County to Lillian Olsen. Lorraine was baptized on February 7, 1923 at Calvary Lutheran Church. She married Matt August Halli, and had a child Joanne Martha Halli. Lorraine Halli died at age 85 years old on September 7, 2006 in Saint Paul, Ramsey County, and was buried at Ft. Snelling National CemeterySection 4-C Site 696 7601 34th Avenue, South, in Minneapolis.

Lorraine Martha (Olsen) Halli

Lorraine Martha Olsen

Lakeville, Dakota County, MN 55044

April 27, 1921

Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

September 7, 2006

Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

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Introduction

The well respected poet Lorraine Martha (Olsen) Halli was born to Arthur and Lillie (Walstad) Olsen. She had siblings Ward, Lyle, Audrey, and Margaret, Arthur, and Frances. She had another brother whose information is private because he is still living. In the 1930 Federal census, Lorraine was 8 years old and living with her parents and siblings Ward, Lyle, Audrey, and Margaret in Minneapolis MN. Both of her parents were born in MN. In the 1940 Federal census, Lorraine was 18, still living at home, and working as a policy writer, full time. Also in the household were Lyle, Audrey, Margaret, and Arthur, her siblings. Lorraine married Matt August Hall I, CM3 US Navy, (June 13, 1919- October 17, 1997) on November 14, 1944 in Hennepin Minnesota and they had children Joanne (Halli) Sjoberg (Feb 27, 1952-?) Charlie, and Kathy. Matt's mother was Kaisa "Kate" Sophia Vuoti, born in Finland, and Erick Halli, also born in Finland. Of course, she is best remembered by many for her work as a writer and poet. Lorraine passed on September 7, 2006 at the United Hospital & Nursing Home in Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota, USA. She was cremated on Sep 11, 2006. At the time of her death she was a widow. See Lorraine Martha (Olsen) Halli: Obituary to read Lorraine's obituary from the StarTribune.
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1921

Birthday

April 27, 1921

Birthdate

Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota United States

Birthplace

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Ethnicity & Family History

Lorraine was Caucasian.
Nationality & Locations

Lorraine was a United States citizen. She was born and died in the state of Minnesota living in cities such as Minneapolis, Eden Prairie and Lakeville, Minnesota, USA. She and her family also lived in Beaverton, Oregon.
Early Life & Education

Lorraine attended Central High School in Minneapolis, Minnesota and later graduated from Washburn High School in Wisconsin in 1938. She attended school for a total of 12 years.
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1923

Baptism

February 7, 1923
Baptism date
Calvary Lutheran Church
Place of worship
Religious Beliefs

Lorraine belonged to the Lutheran Church and was baptized at Calvary Lutheran Church Feb 7, 1923 and 2 years of age. She attended Redeemer Lutheran Church, in Burnsville, and Messiah Lutheran Church in Lakeville. She had a deep faith in God.
Military Service

Husband Matt's service (which is why she is buried in a military cemetery) as follows: Matt served in the US Navy and US Army during World War II and attained the rank of CM3 and CPL.
Professional Career

Lorraine had been a policy writer, a writer (according to her obituary, "her largely inspirational work appeared often in national publications"), and worked at the Kennedy Elementary School Library. During 17 years with the Lakeville School District, she was Editor of the District Newsletter. She was also a Stenographer for Wholesale Clothing Manufacturing in 1950 while living in Eden Prairie, Hennepin, Minnesota.
Personal Life & Family

According to her obituary, Lorraine "passed away September 7th, 2006, in the 86th year of a fully lived life". In her obituary as well, she was lauded as "an intelligent woman of many talents, she loved her late-night solitude, with its books, papers, sharp pencils, and the sound of the keyboard - almost as much as she loved time with her family and friends. She was a wonderful mother, a beloved grandmother, who will be remembered always for her kindness, generosity, patience, and her endlessly cheerful attitude. She loved greatly and was loved in return. We will always miss her bright smile, just as we will always hear her cheerful voice reminding us to look on the bright side."
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2006

Death

September 7, 2006

Death date

Unknown
Cause of death

Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota United States
Death location

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Gravesite & Burial

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Funeral date
Ft. Snelling National CemeterySection 4-C Site 696 7601 34th Avenue, South, in Minneapolis, Mn 55450
Burial location
Obituary

The StarTribune, September 8 2006: Lorraine M. (Olsen) Halli Halli, Lorraine M. (Olsen) Passed away September 7th, 2006, in the 86th year of a fully lived life. She is survived by children, Joanne Sjoberg of Lakeville, Charlie Halli of Canton, South Dakota, and Kathy (Tom) of Gig Harbor, Washington; seven grandchildren, seven step- grandchildren, one great-grandchild; a brother, Arthur (Doris) of Boulder, CO; and many nieces and nephews. She was born in Minneapolis, MN April 27, 1921, and graduated from Washburn High School in 1938. With her husband Matt, she raised three children, first in Eden Prairie, then Beaverton, OR, finally settling in Lakeville, where she has lived for 44 years. A prolific, lifelong writer, her largely inspirational work appeared often in national publications. During 17 years with the Lakeville School District, she was Editor of the District Newsletter, and worked in the Kennedy Elementary School Library. She had a deep faith in God, and treasured her dear friends at Redeemer Lutheran Church, in Burnsville, and now Messiah Lutheran Church in Lakeville. An intelligent woman of many talents, she loved her late-night solitude, with its books, papers, sharp pencils, and the sound of the keyboard - almost as much as she loved time with her family and friends. She was a wonderful mother, a beloved grandmother, who will be remembered always for her kindness, generosity, patience, and her endlessly cheerful attitude. She loved greatly and was loved in return. We will always miss her bright smile, just as we will always hear her cheerful voice reminding us to look on the bright side. Lorraine was predeceased by her husband, Matt; her parents; siblings, Ward, Lyle, Audrey and Margaret; and her son-in-law Wayne Sjoberg. Visitation will be held from 5-7pm, Sunday September 10th, at White Funeral Home, 20134 Kenwood Trail, Lakeville. A celebration of Lorraine's life and a reception will be held at 10:30 am, Monday, September 11th, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 16725 Highview Avenue, Lakeville. Interment Fort Snelling. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in Lorraine's name.

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5 Memories, Stories & Photos about Lorraine

Devi Nalamati

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11/16/2023

What is Lorraine

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Daniel Pinna

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11/16/2023

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Usha Ahari

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10/12/2023

We will learn about lorraine M. Halli. Of journey

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Daniel Pinna

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05/04/2023

A House A Home Poem

What is a house?
It’s brick and stone
and wood that’s hard.

Some window glass
and perhaps a yard.

It’s eaves and chimneys
and tile floors
and stucco and roof
and lots of doors.

What is a home?
It’s loving and family
and doing for others.

It’s brothers and sisters
and fathers and mothers.

It’s unselfish acts
and kindly sharing
and showing your loved ones
you’re always caring.

- Lorraine M. Halli

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Lorraine Olsen- 1938 School Yearbook Photo

Lizzie Kunde

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08/29/2022

Lorraine Olsen- 1938 School Yearbook Photo

From the 1938 School Yearbook of Central High School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The text in the yearbook reads:

"Come, tread me a measure."

She was in the Commercial Club, Girl Reserves, and Girls' Club.

Date & Place: Not specified or unknown.

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