Jean M. Conway
Wednesday, February 1, 1950
Date of Death:
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Age:
75 years old
Wednesday, February 1, 1950
Date of Death:
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Age:
75 years old
Wednesday, February 1, 1950
Date of Death:
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Age:
75 years old
Jean M. Conway
Jean Monica Conway, 75, of Rochester, MN died on December 20, 2025, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus.
Jean was born February 1, 1950, in Winona, MN, 5 minutes before her twin sister Jane (she frequently reminded Jane that she was the oldest), to Joseph and Monica (Jewison) Conway. She was a graduate of Winona Cotter High School. She married Denny Schrandt in 1971 and later divorced. She lived most of her life in Winona, MN before moving to Rochester 15 years ago.
She is survived by her children Sarah (Jeff) Schaller, Kady (Mark) Cada, Jessy (Amy) Conners, and Jake Schrandt; 10 grandchildren (Jada, Eric, Issak, Haylee, Ashlee, Maya, Benjamin, Leo, Emma, & Evan); siblings Phillip Conway, Kathleen Robertson, Linda Hull, Jane (Dave) Busch, and Michael (Lisa) Conway; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Danni Toth, brother Larry Conway, and sister Sheila Conway.
Jean found happiness with a full house. After raising her own children, Jean was a foster parent to over 20 teenagers. She loved to visit over a cup of Folgers and a cigarette with her friends and family, and her door was always open for anyone who wanted to stop by (literally, she never locked her house or her car). Jean was an animal lover with special devotion to her cats Stan and Tigger who were permanent fixtures on her lap. In various phases of her life, she could be found scrapbooking, crafting, spending time on the river, playing bridge or 500, doing puzzles, playing Scrabble, repainting her walls, reading, or watching Law & Order and the Food Network.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Sunday December 28, 2025, in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with visitation starting at 10:00am.
Memorial gifts may be directed to The Bond Between animal rescue (https://www.thebondbetween.org/donate) or in whatever way you see fit in memory of Jean.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
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As a youth I spent many long days and nights fondly hanging out with my cousins, Jean and Jane. I only lived a block away and we were always moving between houses spreading the mischief around. There were rules sometimes, formulated by " the twins" as to which day of the week I played with whom and on which side of their bedroom I could walk.
What I remember the most is the smile on Jean's face, the twinkle in her eye, and the good stories she loved to tell.
Kathy Cunningham Hyland
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Jean is a bright light who brought joy to every single person or animal whose lives she touched. I knew her since the summer before fifth grade and was her best friend (OK, maybe second best after Jane) through grade school, high school and after. to have the warmth of Jean in one’s life was outshadowed only by the sheer amount of fun she delivered- delighting in all. You are my hero, hugs to the family, and I know that you are teaching people red and black canasta in heaven. and still winning all!
Jean is a bright light who brought joy to every single person or animal whose life she touched. I knew her since the summer before fifth grade and was her best friend (OK Maybe second best after Jane)through grade school, high school and after. to have the warmth of Jean in one’s life was outshadowed only by the sheer amount of fun she delivered- delighting in all). I love Jean. You are my hero, hugs to the family, and I know that you are teaching people red and black canasta in heaven. and still winning all!
So very sorry to hear of your passing. We had many great moments together when we were going together in high school. Rest in peace.
I am so sorry to hear that Jean passed.
My condolences to the Conway families .
Sam and Margaret Gaustad
We're so very sorry for your loss! Take heart that she is now in peace, painless, and with Sheila, mom and dad! May God throw his loving arms around you all and give you peace.
With Love, Deb and Mike Aeling
I live across the landing from Jean. I was hospitalized almost exactly a year ago. When I was released to go home, I was in rough shape. Jean came over everyday to visit. Not only that, she made me lunch and dinner everyday for a week as well. She was a wonderful neighbor and I loved living across the hallway from her. I will miss her very much.
Kady and family, so very sorry to read about your Mom passing away. Please know that your all in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs
Wishing you peace and comfort in this difficult time. I’ll never forget the kindness and warmth of Jean.