Beverly Ann Hoisington

Friday, November 27, 1931
Date of Death:
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Age:
86 years old
Beverly Ann Hoisington
Beverly Ann Hoisington, 86, formerly of Rochester, passed away peacefully and gently on October 24, 2018.
She was born to Marion and Henry Moon on November 27, 1931 and raised in Pine Island Minnesota. She attended St. Catherine’s College and studied library science and later dietary management. Beverly was a long-time resident of Rochester.
She was a faithful member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish and active in many ministries. Beverly was a proud and humbled recipient of the Bishop’s Award for her initiation and involvement in Special Religious Education in the Winona Diocese. Bev was a great advocate for individuals with mental and physical challenges. She loved to garden and had one of the most beautiful flower gardens in the neighborhood. Beverly had many, many friends and deeply loved her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, great-grandson, Tristin Schwoch; grandson, Benjamin Hauschildt; and granddaughter, Megan Davis. Beverly is survived by eight children, Marsha (Steve) Amateis, Steve, Sue, Kaye Hoisington Lantz, Jim (Joan), Brad (Bob Trudeau), Amy (Jeff) Luedke, and Lisa (Kevin) Schwoch; 15 grandchildren, Jill Elias, Joshua Ploetz, Lenny Hoisington, Luke and Ryan Arrigoni, Jessica Ouimet, Mike and Jamie Hoisington, Nicole Moon, Alex Trembley, Nehmafor Sheriff, Jayar and Travis Luedke, and Brandon, Jordon and Dillon Schwoch; and 12 great-grandchildren.
The family wishes to express gratitude to the staff at White Pines Senior Living in Inver Grove Heights and Grace Hospice for their love and care during her transition from this life.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.
Liturgy of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 29, 2018 at The Church of St. Francis of Assisi in Rochester. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 28th in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with Rosary at 6:30 p.m. led by members of her rosary group. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Private interment will be in Pine Island, Minnesota immediately following the funeral liturgy.
Condolences
The family of Beverly Ann Hoisington has received the following condolences.
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Bev was such an inspirational person. She will be missed.
On behalf of my Father and the Trudeau family we would like to send our sincerest sympathies regarding the passing of Bev. We have fond memories of the many visits she made to Florida. We will continue to hold them dear and keep you all in our prayers.
Sending love and wishes for comfort! I had the honor of being able to visit with Bev in Rochester where she lived weekly through a community program that matched us up. Monthly my partner Sue and Marge Dent would also share a meal withwith her. I treasure the memories of our time and sharing. She was a wonderful, giving woman. I missed our visits after we moved to Shell Lake Wisconsin. Cards, especially at Xmas were treasured!
May you find comfort in the many memories you made together. Barb Zurn and Sue Arnold
Sue and Family,
On behalf of NUWAY, we send our condolences. May you find strength in your memories and peace during this time of grief.
To All of Bev's Family,
I worked with Bev for many years at Hiawatha Homes and she always took the time to be friendly with the individuals we supported and our staff. She provided nutritious meals and always was willing to help with "fun - holiday" parties! Bev highly supported the "SPRED" program which benefited all the people at Hiawatha as well as anyone with a disability in the community. She will always be remembered for her generous and giving spirit.
Bev loved all of her family so much and would often share with us about family gatherings and what you were all doing. She loved working and helping each of you in any way she could, and she especially loved those trips to Florida. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. You have been blessed with a wonderful mother, grandmother, and I a friend. Take Care.
Elaine Ingalls