Virgil Persing, age 85, died 4/29/2016.

Preceded in death by parents, James & Mary and 12 siblings.

Survived by wife of 62 years, Mary Lou; children: David (Terri), Daniel (Luzanne), Douglas (Debbie), Gloria Thompson, Gregory (Diane); grandchildren: Andrew Bradford, Aiden, Alexander, Kim (Bill) Lowinger, Ted (Nicole), Rose (Kyle) Tonn, Matt Thompson, Maria Thompson, Rachael (Jonas) Hilton, Brittany (Jon) Depetre; great-grandchildren: Nate & Joey Lowinger, Bristol Hilton, Jaden & Corbin Depetre; brother, John (Ardelle); nephews & nieces; other loving family & friends.

Visitation 4:00-7:30 PM Mon. 5/2 at Billman Hunt Funeral Chapel, 2701 Central Ave. NE Mpls. Funeral 11:00 AM Tuesday 5/3 at funeral home with visitation 10:00 AM.