Age 88 of South St. Paul
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 8, 2022. Preceded in death by husband, Claude; son, James; daughter, Joyce; sisters & brother; best cat, Oliver. Survived by children, Joan (Fred) Schaeppi, Jeffrey (Kathlene), John (Andrea) & Jodell Sirek; son-in-law, Tim Nordby; grandchildren, Brian, Sarah, Heather (Toby), Zachary, Jesse, Sam, Amanda (Stephen), Jack, Ben, Jacob, Lauren & Avery; great-granddaughters, Cora & Magdalena; brother, Mike (Mary) Ackerman; also nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Blondie’s career spanned over 30 years with Bauer Floor Covering. She cherished the relationships she had with her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking, traveling, and spending time with Claude and family at Cokato Lake Campground. She also enjoyed being an active member in many social clubs throughout her life. Blondie’s smile and laughter and bubbly personality will be greatly missed by all. Visitation 4-7 PM Monday, August 15th, with a parish prayer service at 5:30 pm at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Tuesday, August 16th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd Street East, Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to Mass at church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.