Lois Irene (Wavra) Proulx, 94, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, in Crookston, MN. She was born in Crookston, MN, on March 5, 1931, daughter of Cyril and Bertha (Goosen) Wavra. Lois attended the Dorothy school for her primary education, and graduated from LaFayette High School in Red Lake Falls, MN. Lois was wed to Paul M. Proulx on October 14, 1950, and together raised their family in Crookston.
Lois was a woman of devoted faith and instilled the foundation of faith in all of her children. A lifelong adult member of Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston; she was baptized, confirmed, and married in St. Dorothy Catholic Church, Dorothy, MN. Lois was a devoted participant of Eucharistic Adoration.
Lois was a woman of many talents and interests. Her first professional job was with the Crookston Daily Times. Lois enjoyed a good game of Scrabble and was interested in learning new things with family and friends. She was an excellent cook and was known for her delicious baked goods, pies and summer garden produce. As an experienced seamstress, Lois sewed her children’s clothing as well as creating many custom garments for special events in their lives. She was also a valued member of the local hospital auxiliary where she spent many years with the sewing group. Lois served many years as treasurer for the Holy Rosary Circle and volunteered for Meals on Wheels.
Surviving family members include eleven children: Greg (Marilyn) Proulx, Waconia, MN; Jennifer (Stuart) Ohr, Wanamingo, MN; Mike (Krista) Proulx, Crookston; Patty (Ed) Amiot, Crookston; Brad (Diane) Proulx, Roseville, MN; Barb (Tom) Rock, Grapevine, TX; Tom (Wanda) Proulx, Crookston; Colleen (John) Lunski, Grand Forks, ND; Chuck (Cindy) Proulx, Ham Lake, MN; Dan (Sherry) Proulx, Plymouth, MN; and Michelle (Tom) Senger, East Grand Forks, MN; 30 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren. Paul’s family members: Jack Ferris, Ed (Char) Proulx, Daniel Proulx, George (Diana) Proulx.
Lois is preceded in death by her husband Paul, Parents Cyril and Bertha (Goosen) Wavra, Brother Kenneth & Helen Wavra, Sisters Kathleen & Jack Peterson, Mary Agnes (infant), Great-granddaughter Kambrynn Ronningen; Paul’s family members: Earl & Peggy Proulx, Alma Ferris, Roma “Stu” & Marie Chaput, Noel Proulx, Edward L. Proulx, Joan Proulx, Harvey & Priscilla Helgeson and many extended family members and friends.
May Lois Irene Proulx rest in eternal peace and may perpetual light shine upon her. Lois was loved by her family and friends. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.
Memorial donations may be directed to the Northland Catholic Community Fund Foundation in Crookston or to the Sacred Heart School Paul and Lois Proulx Scholarship in East Grand Forks.