Irene M. Stopyro
Friday, June 21, 1929
Date of Death:
Thursday, January 2, 2025
Age:
95 years old
Irene M. Stopyro
Irene M Stopyro, 95, of Rochester MN passed away at her home, surrounded by family. She was born in Fillmore County on June 21, 1929, to Willie and Elvira (Uden) Grindland. She was raised in Rushford and attended the Grindland School through the eighth grade. She graduated from Rushford High School in 1947 and married John Stopyro on August 20, 1950.
Irene is survived by her children Nancy Leon of Brooklyn Park MN, James Stopyro of Rochester MN, Mark Stopyro of Zumbro Falls MN, Mary McBride of Graham WA, Edward Stopyro of Lake Elsinore CA, Laura Stopyro of Rochester MN, and Annie Stopyro of Albuquerque NM.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John, daughter Elizabeth Hawley, sisters Eleanor Dahle, Minerva Milde, Edel Brand and two brothers William and Arthur Grindland.
A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 13, 2025, in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Food For the Poor at 6401 Lyons Grove Rd, Coconut Creek FL, 33073.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
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Dear Family and her cat,I am so sorry to find out that Irene has passed away.Your Mother was the best,she was so smart, independent, caring, friendly, thoughtful and had a wonderful sense of humor. she touched my life with her kindness and wisdom and I will miss her forever! goodbye Irene
Tom
Dear Laura-
We are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother Irene. I hope you will be able to share memories of her and they will be a comfort you.
Pat and Randy Dunn-Walker
My deepest sympathy to all the family during this sad time. Irene was a special and sweet lady who will surely be missed. I worked with Irene in Ob/Gyn during her tenure at Mayo and I am very grateful to have known her. Rest In Peace my friend. Cammy Kelley
Jim and Family,
Very sorry to read about your mother's passing.
Take care.
Sharon
Mark, may you and your family be comforted during this very sad time. I remember meeting your mom and thinking how strong and kind she was… Please accept my condolences.