Mary Lou Poli

Mary Lou Poli passed away December 29, 2019.  Mary was born February 28, 1936 to Patricia (Blake) Brynes and Francis Byrnes in Waukon, Iowa.  She graduated from Saint Patrick High School in Waukon, Iowa and completed her college associates degree from Normandale College in Bloomington, MN. 

Mary and her four siblings were raised by their loving parents on a farm in beautiful Hanover, Iowa. Mary is survived by her children: Richard, Michael, Donna (David), Linda (Peter), David (Stacy), Darin (Jayne), 10 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, brother William (Fran), brother Charles (Ann), brother Francis (Mary), sister Jeanne (Don), and other family, and friends. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Armand Poli.

A Celebration of Life service was held Thursday, January 2 at Risen Savior Catholic Church, 1501 County Road 42 E., Burnsville, MN  55306 with internment at St. Catherine’s Cemetery.   Arrangements were made with White Funeral Home of Apple Valley and White Funeral Home Burnsville Chapel, 12804 Nicollet Ave S., Burnsville, MN  55337.

Mary was a loving, stay-at-home mother and wife. Mary also worked outside of the home as both a teacher and with Centex.  Mary lived life to the fullest by consistently focusing on her love of God and people.  She was an exceptional grandmother and adored by her family.  She loved to walk, read, play with her beautiful grandchildren, listen to peaceful music and attend church.

Online condolences may be left at www.whitefuneralhomes.com.