Grace Elizabeth Kopischke
Monday, October 23, 1922
Date of Death:
Monday, June 18, 2018
Age:
95 years old
Visitation
Date: Thursday June 21, 2018
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Madonna Towers [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Friday June 22, 2018
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Madonna Towers [ view map ]
Funeral Mass
Date: Friday June 22, 2018
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Madonna Towers [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery, Chatfield, MN [ view map ]
Monday, October 23, 1922
Date of Death:
Monday, June 18, 2018
Age:
95 years old
Monday, October 23, 1922
Date of Death:
Monday, June 18, 2018
Age:
95 years old
Grace Elizabeth Kopischke
Grace Elizabeth (Jewison) Kopischke, age 95 of Rochester, MN passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018 surrounded by her family.
Grace was the fifth child of nine born on October 23, 1922 to Arthur and Kathryn (Cahill) Jewison of Janesville. Grace married Rudy Kopischke on May 9, 1946 and together they raised 12 children. Grace was active in her children’s schools, a devoted Catholic, and served as President of the Winona Council of Catholic Women in the 1980s.
She is survived by her 12 children, Rudy (Jane) Kopischke of Minnetonka, Bill (Mardy) Kopischke of Minnetonka, Richard (Lori) Kopischke of Rochester, Joanne (Greg) Russell of Rochester, Larry (Jo) Kopischke of Wabasha, Mark (Deborah) Kopischke of Minnetonka, Elizabeth (Tom) Friese of Hastings, Mary Ann (Brian) Polzin of Burnsville, Peter (Darci) Kopischke of Rochester, Phillip (Marynne) Kopischke of Bloomington, Julie (Mark) Rudquist of Rochester, and Kathryn (John) Eischen of Rochester; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Grace is also survived by her brother, Father Harry Jewison of Rochester; and her sister, Rita (Jim) Byron of Waseca.
Grace was preceded in death by her husband Rudy, and infant son, an infant grandson, three brothers, and three sisters.
Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 22, 2018 at Madonna Towers Chapel in Rochester, MN. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 21st at Madonna Towers and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery in Rochester.
Family prefers memorials to Madonna Towers, 4001 19th Ave NW, Rochester MN 55901.
Condolences
The family of Grace Elizabeth Kopischke has received the following condolences.
My deepest condolences to the Kopischke family. I remember when you all lived in Janesville and the moved to Rochester. Mrs Kopischke was always so nice and welcoming. My sister was great friendsvwfri Joann and loved to visit .
Joanne, Julie and All of Grace's Family,
Extending my deepest sympathy to All of You on the loss of your dear sweet Mother...it is never easy to lose our Moms...the first time I met your Mother was at Violet's 80th Birthday Celebration...she was so kind and welcomed me into the Family. Frank always spoke so highly of Rudy and Grace and All of your Family and I soon understood why!! My thoughts and prayers are with All of You at this sad and difficult time...am certain Grace will definitely be missed by All but remember Heaven has gained another Beautiful Angel...May God's Blessings be with All of You!!
Dear Kopischke Families,
Your mother/grandmother Grace had the kindest, gentlest, always smiling personality and blossomed where she lived. She was a friend to so many of the residents and staff at Madonna Towers. She always wanted to looked her best with coordinated outfits, matching jewelry and don't forget the lipstick! She was such a great lady. I will miss her.
Sandy Molenda; Madonna Living Community Foundation
Dear Liz & Family ~ very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Please know that you are all in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. Hold close to heart all of your Wonderful memories of your Beautiful Mom. With this long lived life I'm sure you have so many....
My condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mother. May our friendship and prayers ease you through this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to all of Grace and Rudy’s children, their spouses and the grandchildren! I am sorry to say that I will not be able to attend the services but I know it will be a special event!
Blessings on you all as you celebrate your mother’s life and say your final goodbyes.
She has a special place in our hearts!
Love,
Rita
Peter and family,
When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Memories are the legacy of love.
Joanne
It has been a long time but I remember our days at St.Marys. You and your family have our deepest sympathy.
Tony and Janet Dvorak
Dear Darci and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers, Mary Ann
Grace "graced" my life during the three years I served as Chaplain at Madonna Towers. She was always present at Mass on Sunday and would even sing along with familiar hymns especially Amazing Grace!