Renee Pulley, age 58 of Coon Rapids, died February 12, 2021 at her home. A public visitation will be held on Monday, February 22nd from Noon to 3:00 P.M. followed by a PRIVATE memorial service at 3:00 P.M. at Strike Life Tributes in Cambridge. The service will be livestreamed with a link posted here closer to service day.
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Renee Marlene Pulley was born June 30, 1962 in St. Paul to Robert and Grace (Picha) Goergen. She was raised in Blaine and graduated from Spring Lake Park High School, Class of 1980. Renee married John (Jack) Curley and they made their home in Lino Lakes. Renee married Greg Pulley on December 27, 2008 and they made their home in Coon Rapids. She was a barber for several years and she later worked for Chips Tool Repair in Ramsey. Renee enjoyed singing and music was a big part of her life. She was an accomplished photographer and loved showing us the world through her lens.
Renee died February 12, 2021 at her home with her family at her side. She is survived by her husband, Greg of Coon Rapids; 5 children, Jessica Curley of Ely, Mike Scherbing, Tanner Curley of St. Francis, Andrew Pulley (Gabi VanHeel) of Coon Rapids, Sharaya (Thomas) Mickelson of St. Paul, Paul Pulley of River Falls, Wisconsin; 6 grandchildren, Isabella, Lucas, Mercedes, Gracie, Miah, Lorelei; 1 sister, Sharon Martin of St. Paul; and by many other relatives and friends.
I can see your smiling face now Renee. The Cancer that took you from us, did not win. Nothing will ever take your spirit from us. May love…and all our love to you always.
Oh Renee, I am so sad you had to leave so young. I was blessed to have worked with you at PineRidge Pet Care a few (well, quite a few) years ago. What I remember most about you is the joy you brought with you into every room. A fun memory was when you graciously invited a few of us from the clinic to your cabin on Leech Lake. It was so fun with of course lots of laughter and wine coolers, lounging on the sand bar.
Also, Watching you sing in your band was amazing! I could see how much you enjoyed it, and your voice! So beautiful!
Greg, I am so happy you two got together and had each other to love. She left such beautiful memories to so many.
To the kids, and grandkids, I know she will be with you forever. Love never dies. And she is now in the spirit world. The empty spot she leaves here on earth, is the hardest part, but she will never ever be forgotten. She lives on in you and the grandchildren.
Prayers and love to her family in the days and years ahead.
With a heavy heart, Love-Deb and Gregg Akason.
I see your beautiful face. I remember your beautiful countenance. We’ve known each other since grade school, riding a school bus together.
You shared your talent with us. You shared your images of the beautiful world with us. Our lives were happier as a result of your art, talent, faith. I can’t help but wish you were still here.
The words, I miss you, don’t fully embody the breadth of the ache in our heart. I’m thankful to have called you friend. I miss you.
Love,
Audrey
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. I will remember her smile, her infectious laugh and the good times we shared. She was a special person, I knew that the moment I met her.
I am saddened to hear of Renee’s passing. Even though life circumstances took our paths in another direction, I still have very fond memories of her and all the great adventures she shared with the Juliano family. I loved her zest for the outdoors, her giggle, and how her voice was amazing. She would be happy to know that we still have one of the two kitten brothers she found under a porch step many many years ago that she rescued and delivered to our family in Michigan. Rest easy Renee …