Raulo R. Malm

Raulo R. Malm, age 89, of Hastings died June 30, 2011 at his home. Raulo was born May 26, 1922 in Chicago Heights, IL to Knute and Edythe (Anderson) Malm. A graduate of Red Wing High School, he enlisted in the Marine Corps in early 1942 and earned paratroop wings in San Diego. He spent 2 years in Solomon Islands, later returned to the U.S. to train for assault on Iwo Jima. Raulo was part of the first assault wave to hit the beach, saw both flags go up, was wounded and evacuated to the hospital ship. He was awarded the Purple Heart. After his discharge, he returned to Red Wing and a job as foreman at the McCoy Curran garage. Raulo married Lois Eastlund on July 19, 1947 in Red Wing. He later established the Hastings Readi Mix and was in that business for a number of years before joining Hastings Lumber Mart as credit manager, prior to retirement. Raulo was an avid golfer and snowbird, who also enjoyed playing cards. Fishing and hunting at his cabin were a big part of his life. He was fiercely patriotic and a very proud Marine. Raulo was known for his smile and willingness to be of help. He and Lois spent the last 20 winters in Gulf Shores, AL and shared many friends there � especially the MN Breakfast Club. His memberships included the V.F.W., where he served 2 terms as Commander, American Legion, Military Order of the Purple Heart, 2 terms as Commissioner of the Historical Preservation Committee, the Masonic Lodge, and was Past President of Kiwanis. He was preceded in death by his parents; sons Jeffrey and David; and his granddaughter Angie. Raulo is survived by his wife Lois Malm; sons Michael of Mound and Steven of Hastings; daughters-in-law Julie and Patty Malm, both of Hastings; grandchildren Nick, Mike Jr., John, Tori, Rikk, Jason, and J.T.; also 7 great-grandchildren plus one on the way. The Memorial Service, officiated by Rev. Doug Duin will be held at2pm Wednesday, July 6 at Our Saviour�s Ev. Lutheran Church, 400 West Ninth St., Hastings followed by Military Honors provided by the Hastings VFW Lyle Russell Post #1210. Agathering will be held from 4-7pm Tuesday at Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home, 201 East Seventh St., Hastings and one hour prior to the service at church. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.