Bernice D. Stewart
Thursday, July 5, 1934
Date of Death:
Friday, February 12, 2016
Age:
81 years old
Visitation
Date: Monday February 15, 2016
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Tuesday February 16, 2016
Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Location: St. Pius X Catholic Church [ view map ]
Funeral Mass
Date: Tuesday February 16, 2016
Time: 10:30 am
Location: St. Pius X Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Thursday, July 5, 1934
Date of Death:
Friday, February 12, 2016
Age:
81 years old
Thursday, July 5, 1934
Date of Death:
Friday, February 12, 2016
Age:
81 years old
Bernice D. Stewart
Bernice Deonne Stewart, age 81 passed away on February 12, 2016 at Pine Haven Care Center, in Pine Island, MN.
Bernice Kruger was born on July 5, 1934 in Wabasha to George and Elsie (Bremer) Kruger. She attended Elgin and Plainview High Schools. On November 8, 1952 she married the love of her life, Darrell Stewart at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Rochester. Together, they had four children. She and her husband owned and operated “Darrell’s Restaurants” in the Rochester area. Bernice was a strong willed woman who put family first. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved to travel, go dancing and do crocheting. She had created many special afghans for family and friends.
She is survived by her husband Darrell of Rochester, sons Ron (Gwen) of Rochester, Tim (Roxy) of Byron, Todd (Tara) of Byron, thirteen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, sisters Lois Holets of Rochester, Idyell (Russell) Hasley of Rochester along with half-siblings from the Kruger family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, a son Darrell Jr.”Bill”, a granddaughter Tammy Stewart, a brother Archie Kruger, two sisters Lucille Behnken and Gladys Shones and two half-brothers from the Kruger family.
A Funeral Mass for Bernice will be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at St. Pius X Catholic Church with Rev. Paul Nelson officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00pm until 7:30pm on Monday, February 15, 2016 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home, along with one hour prior to the Mass at church. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Rochester.
Macken Funeral Home is handling the arrangements and online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Bernice D. Stewart has received the following condolences.
Dear Darrell and Family
I am sorry to hear about the lose of Bernice. She was a wonderful women and will be truly missed by everyone. I really enjoyed the gathering we all had together. She will now be reunited with Bill. I am in AZ spending the winter so won't be able to attend the service. Your family is in my thoughts and prayer. Love Marlene, Alicia, Keith and Kalem Earl
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Darrell and family,
I never really thought of Bernice as my Mother in law. She was more like my best friend.
We liked being together. We shopped, took ceramics, laughed and laughed over coffee, well her coffee ,me tea. She always tried to convert me to being a coffee drinker, she failed.She was a fabulous waitress and hostess. If you ever had the opportunity to eat at one of Darrell's Restaurants you would think they were serving you in their home. Such warm hospitality.
They would be busy cooking, serving, clearing tables and always find time to visit with you and make you feel at home besides fixing you the best homemade meal.
They were the coolest, loving couple.
Bernice I will truely miss your smiling face,your laugh and the love you showed us all. I know you have missed Bill terribly and I am sure there was a very happy reunion up there with him.
Heaven has gained another spit fire of an angel, so watch out she maybe small but she tough!
Love you more, Annette
When I worked for you guys, it felt like I had an adopted family. Beanie, you will be greatly missed. Many hugs to you all.
Tim, Roxy and family: You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May the hours, days, and months turn your tears of sorrows to smiles of remembered treasured memories. With all our love, deepest sympathies and hugs Sis and Salli Stoppel
Our deepest sympathy to Bernice's family. She was a great lady and will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.