Eugene E. Schurman

Schurman, Eugene E. "Gene", age 91 of St. Louis Park, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2023, with his loving family at his side. Gene was born in Sauk Centre, MN to George and Elizabeth Schurman. His parents passed when he and his 5 siblings were young children and he went to live with his great uncle and aunt. Gene graduated from Sauk Centre High School and served in the U.S. Air Force. He graduated from Dunwoody College and married the love of his life, Betty Schmiesing. He worked for the City of St. Louis Park and the City of Eden Prairie in engineering until his retirement. Gene was a member of the K of C and the VFW. He loved to golf, dance, travel and spend time at the cabin. More than anything, he loved his wife, Betty, and his family. He always kept his strong faith, even through many tragic losses. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, infant twin daughters Lois and Louise, brothers Werner, Robert and Del, grandchildren Sara Schurman and George Lagerstrom. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Betty, children John (Mary), Mark (Tammy), Barb (Ed) Christenson, Julie (Ed) Lagerstrom, 9 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren, sisters Georgetta Doerner and Bette Mae (Tom) Schepp. Gene was a true gentleman and will be deeply missed by his family and friends.  Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Friday, November 10 at the Church of the Holy Family, 5900 W. Lake St., St. Louis Park.  Visitation Friday 8:30 AM-9:30 AM at Gearty-Delmore Park Chapel, 3960 Wooddale Ave S., St. Louis Park.  Private interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.