Lucille Evelyn Aurelius

Aurelius (Benson), Lucille Evelyn, age 91, passed away on Oct. 26, 2025, peacefully, surrounded by her loving and devoted family. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eric and Evelyn (Greeley) Benson.  Her two sisters, Connie and Charlotte, son-in-law, Gene Kirchoff, grandson, Bradley Joseph LaCroix, great-grandson, Andrew Davis. 

Lucille is survived by her 10 children;  Connie Kelsey (Jim), Lori Kirchoff, Jeff Davis, Steve Davis (Jodi), Julie LaCroix (Jeff), Shelley Davis, Rusty Aurelius, Eric Aurelius (Sara), Craig Aurelius (Nikki), Kirsten Aurelius-Jagoe (Kevin);  27 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. She also is survived by two half brothers, Eric and David Benson., and many cousins, nieces and nephews. 

Lu was a 1951 graduate of Johnson High School, St. Paul, MN.  She retired from the City of Maplewood after 33 years, with the majority of those years serving as City Clerk. She was a huge sports fan.   Lu was passionate about her MN Wild Hockey team.  Often attending games, as well as keeping up with the Vikings and MN Twins.   She loved gardening, snuggling with her dog, Lily, and spending time at the lake.  Lu was an avid reader and bowled for many, many years.  But most of all, she loved being with her family.   This gave her the greatest pleasure.

Lu was very proud of her large family. It was often said, “She created her own loving community”.

A fiercely independent and classy lady, she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. 

A Celebration of Life will be held November 14th, 2025 at 5:30PM with visitation being held from 4:00PM-8:00PM at the Maplewood YMCA Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave., Maplewood, MN 55109.  

Arrangements by Sandberg Funeral Home and Cremation Services

2593 7th Street Ave E.  North St. Paul, MN   55109