Jeanette R. Zirbes
Sunday, March 20, 1932
Date of Death:
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Age:
92 years old
Sunday, March 20, 1932
Date of Death:
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Age:
92 years old
Sunday, March 20, 1932
Date of Death:
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Age:
92 years old
Jeanette R. Zirbes
Jeanette Rose Zirbes, 92 of Rochester, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2024 at her home with her family by her side.
Jeanette Rose McCauley was born on March 20, 1932 in Caledonia, MN to Edward and Rose (Miller) McCauley. She graduated from Loretto High School in Caledonia in 1949. She then attended Secretarial School at Winona, MN. She began work for 3M (Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing) shortly thereafter. She married Joseph Zirbes in Caledonia, MN at St. John’s Catholic Church. They were later divorced. The couple lived in LaCrosse and LaCrescent for a short time before moving to Rochester. Jeanette worked in Rochester at The Pinnacle Restaurant in the Kahler Hotel and Michael’s Restaurant before going back to school at the age of 50 to become a Unit Coordinator/Secretary at Mayo Clinic, Generose Building. She retired in 2001 and took her first of three trips to Ireland with family, celebrating her retirement. Jeanette was a great cook, enjoyed family gatherings, was unbeatable at Trivial Pursuit and Scrabble, was an avid reader and liked crossword puzzles.
Jeanette was loved by many and always took an interest in getting to know others. She especially loved her grand and great-grandchildren and her many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
She is survived by her children Michael (Terrie) of Byron, MN, Mary (Sam Gardner) of Rochester, John (Mary Jo) of Victoria, MN, her brother Tom McCauley of Cottage Grove, MN, her sister Kathy (Del) Cochran of Proctor, MN, sister-in-law Judy McCauley of St. Paul, MN, grandchildren Michael (Bobbi) Zirbes, Sarah (Josh) Bergman, Kyle Zirbes, Jaclyn Zirbes, great-grandchildren Harper, Gabe, Luke and Grace.
She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Alan and Paul (Virginia), and her sister-in-law Regina McCauley.
The Memorial Service for Jeanette will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, April 20, 2024 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home officiated by Father Doug Robertson, Jeanette’s nephew. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service in the chapel. A reception will follow in the River Park Reception Hall, connected to the chapel. Burial will be at later date at Calvary Cemetery, Caledonia, MN.
Memorials in Jeanette’s name are preferred to Mayo Clinic, though their giving-portal https://philanthropy.mayoclinic.org/donatemc
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
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To my extended family! Mary, Mike, John. You all have been so good to me, I always felt loved, take care of each other much love! Laurie Jeanette sleep well my sweet Irish. Friend, I will miss you. Peace!
To my extended family! Mary, Mike, John. You all have been so good to me, I always felt loved, take care of each other much love! Laurie Jeanette sleep well my sweet Irish. Friend, I will miss you. Peace!
My condolences to your family at this time.
We have fond memories of Jeanette and family in Minnesota. My mother Patricia always spoke highly of their fun times together. And the reunions at the barn were great!
Love
Molly (Wannemuehler)Cobb
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
We will miss her.
Margaret McCauley and family
Dear Mary, John & family,
I’m sorry to hear of your mom’s death. She led a good long life, and I pray that even as you mourn her loss you will be comforted by your many years of countless good memories.
Best wishes to all of you,
Jeff
Mike/Mary,
Sorry to hear about your mom. I feel your pain. Hope to see both of you soon.
Russ Schweihs
Mike, I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's death. I'm praying for comfort for you and the rest of your family during these hard days.
Lynn
Hi Mary
I am so sorry about your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with her, you, and your whole family. I know how close you two were and know that she is in a beautiful place now. You and Sam take care and stay in touch!
With Love
Pat
Dear Zirbes Family, SO sorry for the loss of your dear mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was SO welcoming and always a smile on her face. She made THEE BEST BEET PICKLES and she generously shared!!!!!!!! Remember the fun times, that will bring a smile to your face. Sincerely, Bev & Pete Delisle
Mike and Terrie- we are both so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom..so difficult always saying goodbye. We pray the good, good LORD gives you the comfort you need and more. Love you guys-
John and family: Sorry to see this news. Cherish the memories and celebrate a life well-lived! Prayers for you all as you travel the road ahead.
Barb Carlson Gorghuber, LHS Class of 1980
John and I are so sorry for your loss of your beloved Mom, grandmother, family member and friend to many! She was an amazing woman and your hearts will be full of all the loving memories of your times together!
Our condolences,
John and Cherrie Ahle
Mary, Mike, John and family, We were saddened to hear of your mother passing. What a delightful lady she was. Gabe and I both enjoyed visiting with her and bringing her red river valley potatoes.
May God bless you through this difficult time
Donna and Gabe
Mike, Mary, & John, so SORRY to hear about the loss of your Mom. Just to remind you she was the Mom to a bunch of us delinquents from Lourdes. She was an AWESOME lady. I remember coming home for leave or long weekend while in the NAVY. I would walk in the driveway door, go into the basement and bring up a couple of beers. We would sit at the table in kitchen area and just shoot the breeze. Fantastic Lady. Mom will be greatly missed by all.
Take Care Pat