Aili Arlene GundersonSartell, formerly of DuluthSept. 13, 1918 - Oct. 31, 2017Aili Arlene Gunderson, 99, Sartell, formerly of Duluth, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2017 at Edgewood Sartell.Aili was born on September 13, 1918 in Winton, Minnesota to Elias Laine and Anna Kumpula Laine. Aili attended Keewatin High School where she was a champion swimmer, was in several plays, editor of the student newspaper, and graduated Salutatorian. Aili then graduated from Hibbing Junior College. She was employed as an executive secretary for Pickands Mather Mining Company in Duluth until her retirement.Aili was an avid bowler, golfer, and ice skater and participated in leagues and tournaments. She was a very social person and loved to organize parties, sewing clubs, card clubs, and volunteer activities. She was also very proud of her Finnish and Iron Range heritage.Aili was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Gunderson, her sister Lillie Pearson, and her parents.Aili is survived by her son, David (Kathy) Gunderson of Sauk Rapids, grandchildren Anne (Clint) Zimpel of Duluth, Mike (Jessi) Gunderson of Lakeville, and seven great grandchildren.Services will be held at Dougherty Funeral Home in Duluth on Wednesday, November 8 with a reception at 1:30, funeral at 2:00, with refreshments served afterward.The family would like to thank the dedicated and caring staff at Edgewood Sartell and St. Croix Hospice for their care of Aili.