Bixby, Laurane M. Age 98, of Coon Rapids, formerly Lake Calhoun/Mound area, on 5/21/17. Preceded in death by husband, Charles; and sisters, Martha & Mae. Survived by children, Richard (Nancy) and Donamae (Rick) Roman; grandchildren, Bob, Jeff, Kevin, Tracy, Tammie & David; and 8 great-grandchildren. Published writer, artist, painter, greeting card designer, photographer, instructor, harmonica player, dancer, musical performing arts singer; produced radio programs. Political success with Humphrey and Mondale campaigns. Rainbow Café server/Gager Hobby Show/Senior Productions. Family tree includes: pianist, James Madison Tracy; the Whitney & Vanderbilt families. Above all, she is a member of the Royal Family of God. Funeral Service: 10:30AM, WEDNESDAY, 5/31/17, with visitation 1 hr. prior, all at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. GEARHART 763-755-6300 GearhartFuneralHome.com