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Photos: The last day in Lowry Grove

Bill McConnell says he will be the last person to leave Lowry Grove
"It was my little American dream come true: Own my own home," Bill McConnell said of his trailer in Lowry Grove. McConnell plans to stay in the park until the very last minute. "I'm here until 11:59. I paid my rent until 11:59. I'll be the last out."
Maria Alejandra Cardona | MPR News

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The Lowry Grove mobile home park in St. Anthony closed Friday, after more than 70 years in operation.

The park was sold to a developer, who plans to demolish it to build apartment buildings and townhouses.

The residents challenged both the sale and the closure. A lawsuit is still pending, but the last residents had to leave the park by midnight.

MPR News visited Lowry Grove residents one last time to hear their stories of moving out and saying goodbye. Hear the voices of Lowry Grove residents Bill McConnell, Jean Christianson, Luis Munoz, Gary Wonsewicz and Doreen Mitchell:

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Jerry Wonsewicz begins to move out his things.
Jerry Wonsewicz moves a dresser out of his home. Wonsewicz and his son, Gary, both had homes in Lowry Grove. They are moving in together in another park, in New Brighton.
Maria Alejandra Cardona | MPR News
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Doreen Mitchell lived in Lowry Grove for 17 years
Doreen Mitchell lived in Lowry Grove for 17 years. She still introduces herself with her lot number: E-13. On the park's closing day, Mitchell sits in her van, unsure of where to go next: "I can go north, south, east, west, anywhere. I slept in my car last night."
Maria Alejandra Cardona | MPR News
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Bill McConnell's moving check list at Lowry Grove
Bill McConnell keeps a check list and a calendar with all the dates crossed off. June 30 is moving day.
Maria Alejandra Cardona | MPR News