Eva Jean Lawler
Friday, September 17, 1926
Date of Death:
Monday, November 27, 2017
Age:
91 years old
Visitation
Date: Thursday November 30, 2017
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Friday December 01, 2017
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church [ view map ]
Funeral Mass
Date: Friday December 01, 2017
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Friday, September 17, 1926
Date of Death:
Monday, November 27, 2017
Age:
91 years old
Friday, September 17, 1926
Date of Death:
Monday, November 27, 2017
Age:
91 years old
Eva Jean Lawler
Eva Jean Lawler, age 91, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Hospital St. Mary’s Campus.
Eva Jean Gander was born on September 17, 1926 to Herman and Mabel Gander in rural Kellogg, MN. Jean grew up on her family’s farm in Cook’s Valley in Wabasha Co. She went to country school for eight years, and graduated from Kellogg High School. During the war, she worked for the Defense Department’s Ammunition Plant in Arden Hills, MN. After the war, she returned to the Kellogg area. She met and married Edward “Ed” Lawler on July 17, 1947 in the Lourdes High School Chapel. Together they celebrated over 53 years of marriage. The couple enjoyed wintering in Florida after retirement. In 2014, she moved to the Waters Senior Living where she made many new friends. She enjoyed quilting, crafts, board games, Mahjong, crossword puzzles. She loved to travel the United States, Europe, and Ireland and enjoyed camping with her family. She was definitely a people-person.
She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Hanson of Rochester, Deborah (John) Gill of Rochester, Julie (Chris) Miller of Rochester, Robin Lawler of Richfield, MN; her sons, Michael (Debra) of Rochester, Scott (Tina) of Rochester, Robert (Sarah) of Rochester, James (Barbara) of Zumbrota; 17 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; her sisters, Doris Baker of Wabasha, Betty (Don) Gosse of Wabasha, Norma Bulver of Wabasha, Mary (Darrel) Gusa of Kellogg, Elaine (Harlan) Dillinger of Kellogg; and her brothers, Herman (Carol) Gander Jr. of Kellogg and James (Shirley) Gander of Kellogg.
She is preceded in death by her husband Edward (2001) and her sister Helen Volkman.
The Funeral Mass for Jean will be held on Friday, December 1st, 2017 at 3:00pm at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery Rochester. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, November 30, 2017 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the Mass at St. Francis on Friday.
Condolences
The family of Eva Jean Lawler has received the following condolences.
Dear Lawler Family, we are so sorry for the loss of your dear Mother Jean, she was a wonderful, strong and hard working lady. I believe I just saw her at Grandmas Kitchen shortly before she passed and we had a nice visit there.
This is so late because we were out of town for a few weeks and did not know that she passed until just recently. May she Rest In Peace.
We would like to send out our powerful thoughts and prayers to a most gracious-wonderful-and beautiful woman Jeanie and all of her family members! Jeanie, we love and miss you today and forever! May the family feel peace knowing that Jeanie is with Jesus right now! Rest In Peace dear Jeanie-Our blessed friend!!!
Jim and Bob and the Lawler family: I 'm saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. When our first parent leaves this world, it's tough. When our last parent is called back,......there is no one left. But remember, as long as we keep their memories in our hearts, they will always be with us. Tom Small.
My sympathy to all of the Lawler family. We had many good picnics at Jean and Ed place, My prayers are with you all.
Our heartfelt sympathy to the Lawler family
Robin and family:
It's always hard to lose a parent. No matter how much time we have to prepare it is still one of the most difficult things. You are all in both my sister Sonja Quirin's and my thoughts and prayers. Robin we are here for anything you need. Lots of love Sue Q. Allhiser and Sonja Quirin
Dear Lawler family,
My condolences to your family and friends on the loss of Eva. I work with Chris Miller, and know that family means a lot to him. May you find peace in knowing she is with her maker now. May you find peace in each other during this difficult time.
Heaven has gained another angel in the choir this year for Christmas!
Sincerely,
Melissa Trowbridge
FSD St. Pius X School
We were so sorry to hear about your dear mom's passing. She was really like a second mom to me when we were,growing up! I have so many fond memories of her and of your family!
We are currently in Arizona, and I am sad that I cannot be there for the service.Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and peace in the days ahead!
Your Mom was a very special lady!!
with much love,
Nancy and Abe Dockter
Pat and Scott and family I am sorry to hear of the death of your mother. I am sure you will have many beautiful memories of your family time together through the years. My condolences. Cheryl Weisbrod
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to family and friends. May all your good memories far exceed your sadness during this difficult time. (Isaiah 25:8)
We feel lucky that we had the opportunity to get to know Ms Jean. The sun shone brightly down here in Florida today in her honor.
Pat, you and your family were truly Blessed to have her as your Mom! Cherish the memories! Hers was a life well lived!
RIP Aunt Jean.
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to the family. We are so sorry for your loss. Know that you are all in our prayers.
Sorry to hear about lost of your mother. Jim, Nancy and Monica