Service Information
Mabel M. Wraspir, age 103, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Ecumen Oaks in Hutchinson.
Private Family Service will be held.
Memorials preferred to Ecumen Hospice of Litchfield, Ecumen-466119, PO Box 64002, St. Paul, MN 55164.
Obituary
Mabel Margaret Wraspir was born on November 3, 1921, in Biscay Township, Minnesota. She was the daughter of John and Julia (Chekel) Burich. Mabel was baptized as an infant on December 18, 1921, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Silver Lake, Minnesota. She received her education at Biscay Township School.
On May 7, 1940, Mabel was united in marriage to Otto John Wraspir in Silver Lake, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with three sons, Myron (passed at birth), Lee and Bob. Mabel and Otto resided on their family farm in rural Silver Lake from 1940 to 1947 when they moved to Hutchinson. The family enjoyed traveling and spending time together. Mabel and Otto shared a long wonderful marriage of 60 years until Otto passed away on October 20, 2000.
Mabel was employed at 3M in Hutchinson where she enjoyed over 30 years of employment. She retired in 1986 and was able to enjoy a long retirement. Mabel was a member of Evangelical United Methodist Church in Hutchinson. She was also a member of the Hutchinson American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and the Degree of Honor in Silver Lake.
Mabel loved gardening and raised and sold raspberries during the 1950’s and 1960’s. In retirement, she enjoyed going to Cash Wise in Hutchinson once or twice a day to have coffee and socialize with friends. She also enjoyed taking the bus to Jackpot Junction Casino. She especially cherished the time spent with her family, grandchildren and friends.
Mabel passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Ecumen Oaks in Hutchinson, at the age of 103 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Mabel is survived by her:
Sons, Lee Wraspir and his wife, Karen of Shakopee, MN,
Robert Wraspir and his wife, Linda of Maple Grove, MN;
Grandchildren, Kristi Wraspir, Kari Rhode, Kami Boutwell, Christopher Wraspir, and Nicklaus Wraspir;
Great-grandchildren, Zach Boutwell, Kyle Boutwell, Luke Boutwell, Alex Rhode, Otto Wraspir and Betty Wraspir;
Nieces, Nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
Mabel is preceded in death by her Parents, John and Julia Burich; Husband, Otto Wraspir; Son, Myron Wraspir at birth; and Siblings, John Burich and Mary Wraspir.
DeEtta McLain Nelson. says
Mable and Otto lived Dow the street on 5th ave. Always a happy person and a smile on her face. Fortunate to have known her.
Marilyn Christensen Denler says
Growing up living on James St. and going to the same church our parents became good friends. The home builders was a group for the young families in the church and was fun for the parents and kids. I remember picking raspberries for your mom and she paid us, but I think we ate almost as many as we picked. Many times my mom drove us to the grocery store where Ace Hardware now is located. I don’t remember Lyle going with, but we three had to wait in the car while our moms shopped; usually we’d each get a box of Cracker Jacks for not complaining about the wait. Lots of good memories of growing up years.
Lee and Bob and families, may you find comfort in the memories you have made in the many years you’ve been blessed to have your mom.
Sincerely, Marilyn Christensen Denler