Tag: In Memoriam

Callaghan led special education group Frances Callaghan was not only part of a pioneer Minnesota family; she was also a pioneer in special education. Callaghan died in July. She was…

Gleason challenged mental health stereotypes Minnesota native Mary Pat Gleason was a prolific film and television actress, who worked to challenge mental health stereotypes. Gleason died in June after a…

Wagner was noted artist Kari Nicole Wagner was a talented artist who was able to live independently and flourish with support services. Wagner died suddenly in May. She was 44…

O’Neil’s hard work, dedication transformed MSS Gordon “Gene” O’Neil is remembered for his years of leadership with what is now MSS. O’Neil, 90, died in April. He was 90 years…

Laubignat was rehabilitation counselor, volunteer Corbett Marie Ku’u Aloha Laubignat was a dedicated disability rights activist, with involvement with several disability services organization. Laubignat died suddenly in March. She was…

DeBoer helped revolutionize special education in Minnesota Robert “Bob” DeBoer spent his career as a pioneer in education, with a focus on special education and children with disabilities. He is…