Jennifer A. Pralle

Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Thursday, January 4, 1968
Date of Death:
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Age:
58 years old

Visitation

Date: Monday March 16, 2026
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Location: Redeemer Lutheran Church [ view map ]

Memorial Service

Date: Monday March 16, 2026
Time: 11:00 am

Location: Redeemer Lutheran Church [ view map ]

Weather Update

Due to the increasing snow fall, the visitation scheduled for Jen Pralle on Sunday, March 15th is cancelled. The visitation prior to her Memorial Service will now be 9:30AM-11:00AM on Monday, March 16th at Redeemer Lutheran Church.

Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Thursday, January 4, 1968
Date of Death:
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Age:
58 years old
Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Thursday, January 4, 1968
Date of Death:
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Age:
58 years old

Jennifer A. Pralle

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jennifer Ann Pralle, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, who went to Heaven on March 8, 2026, at the age of 58. Born on January 4, 1968, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Jennifer lived a life filled with faith, love, and unwavering strength.

Jen was a proud graduate of Sheboygan Lutheran High School before pursuing her Bachelor’s degree at Concordia University in Nebraska. Her thirst for knowledge and dedication to education led her to earn her Master’s degree in 2019. It was at Concordia University, she met her husband, Joel Pralle; their bond flourished into a 33-year marriage characterized by love and laughter.

In 1995, the couple moved to Rochester, Minnesota, where Jen made a lasting impact as an English and reading teacher at Rochester Central Lutheran School, Friedell Middle School, and Dakota Middle School. Her commitment to her students was evident in her teaching, and she continued to inspire young minds until January 20, 2026.

Jen faced the challenges of breast cancer with remarkable courage for six years. Throughout her journey, she remained a steadfast believer in Jesus, viewing her life’s challenges through the lens of faith, hope, and strength. Jen was a woman on a mission for God, and she now finds peace and victory in the embrace of Jesus, “living the dream” that she so fervently cherished.

She was also known for her vibrant spirit and deep love for her family and friends. Jen had many passions, from fishing and gardening to spending cherished moments at the family cottage on Enterprise Lake. She enjoyed playing card games, shopping, and travelling to be with her family, but her greatest joy came from the laughter and love shared with her children and grandchildren, Eliza and Parker.

Jen is preceded in death by her father, Donald Fenske, and her beloved grandparents.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Joel; children, Jacob (Morgan) Pralle and Madyson (Adam) Pinn; granddaughters, Eliza and Parker; her mother, Sandra Fenske; her in-laws, Leroy and Paula Pralle; her sisters, Stefanie Willard, Susan (David) Ferguson, and Kathryn (Joel) Pape; her brothers-in-law, Eric (Elizabeth) Pralle and Sean (Quinelle) Pralle; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2026, at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Visitation will be held from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 2026, the church, and one hour prior to the service on Monday.

The family encourages everyone to wear Jen’s favorite color, purple, to honor her.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to PossAbilities of Southern MN, please click here: PossAbilities.

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To the family of Mrs Pralle. I was blest to have her as my 7th grade English teacher at RCLS. 


She was a wonderful teacher. I remember her as a great girls basketball coach as well. I remember watching their games and seeing the passion Mrs Pralle inspired.


My condolences to the family and prayers. Thank you for sharing her life with so many.

Joel and family.  Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you grieve Jen's passing.  It's now that your faith carries you through this difficult time.  Peace to your family.

I had the privilege of having Mrs. Pralle as a teacher at Friedell middle school. Every morning I got to see her, and every day she brightened my day with her beautiful smile. She taught me the beauty in literature, and how stories can take you anywhere. The one thing I will always remember her is her love for her family, and her love for reading. If she wasn’t teaching, she was reading, and if she wasn’t reading she was bragging about how proud of her kids she was. Mrs. Pralle was one of the teachers who really believed in me, and it stuck with me even until today. My condolences go out to her family and everyone’s loved she’s touched, you will be missed. 

I am so sorry for your loss… I can’t imagine what you all are going through. She will always be remembered and missed by many. 


 

Dear Family of Jennifer Pralle,


You have my deepest condolences, she was a special woman of God. 


Prayer for peace knowing she's in Jesus' arms 🙏 ❤️ 

Joel, My deepest sympathies to you and your family.  I really enjoyed the moments we had around the fire pit over the years sharing drink, food, and stories of our lives.  I’ve known Jen for most of her life and she was always full of joy and good will.  I will miss her dearly and her memories will live with me.  I will keep you in my prayers.

Dear Joel, Jacob, and Maddie:  I am so very sorry to hear of Jennifer's passing.  She was a wonderful teacher, a great colleague, and a sister in Christ.  Our lives are so much richer having known her.  


Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.  My mother died of cancer -- it's a hard thing.  You always miss your mom. 


The Koster family -- Jeff, Denise, Jason, Jacob, and Janet 

Dear Pralle family, 


Mrs. Pralle was my 7th grade english teacher, and had the most positive affect on my life and the people around her. She was always smiling, and laughing even if she was in pain. I will always be so grateful that I got to build the bond that I did with Mrs. Pralle. 


I remember looking around her room during silent reading and seeing the things she had around room about Jesus. Jesus shined through Mrs. Pralle in every way, and I am comforted knowing she is with him now. 


I would also like to send my love, and prayers to the Pralle Family. As life goes on she will always be with us in presence, prayers, silence, and laughter. God has so many ways of keeping the past with us, and I hope you know you are not alone as you go through this hard time. 


Love, Camryn. 


 

Jen was a vibrant spirit that will be missed by so many people.  My prayers go out to Jen's family...know she's at peace with God. 

Loved her as though she was my own daughter.  She is precious to us. No more struggles, she is safe in the arms of Jesus.my prayers are with the rest of the family. Keep the faith.


Mom Pralle

In Emerson Eggerich's material on marriage called love and respect he speaks about the eternal first moment we'll have as we enter heaven.  Jen explained that last Sunday because Jesus suffered and died on the cross to take away all of our sins.  He shed his holy precious blood to wash them all away.  By grace through faith Jen was given this gift of faith and she is now experiencing that eternal first moment with Jesus.  Jen, there is a bunch of Pralle's up there and keep the door open and the light on because there still a bunch of Pralle's following y.  We loved you very much and we will greatly miss you.  Blessings Pastor Pralle and Paula 1

So sorry for your loss thinking of you during this time. She at peace and in a wonderful place! Hug to you all!

I was so blessed that Mrs. Pralle was my teacher when i went to Friedell. She was a genuinely amazing human being, and she has touched so many lives. She will be missed so much by so many. 

While it is a time of rejoicing, we are very sorry for your loss. She’s home now with our good Lord. Peace be upon her and her family. 

My heart is broken. I laughed and laughed when I taught with Jen at Friedell. We shared  class of readers for a few years, and we had SOO MUCH FUN together. We talked and shared stories every morning, she and I shared concern for students who were struggling, she’d say,”Jan, that kiddo is dyin’ on the vine’ which was her way of saying we needed to help! 
We have kids the same age- she was sooo proud of Mady and Jake!!! 
oh Jen, you will be soo missed and your unwavering commitment to education and your faith will never be forgotten!! 
Janice 

Dearest Pralle family,


I adored your mom. From talking to her at your basketball games to seeing her at Friedell. She always had a smile, willingness to help, and a kind word. May we all leave this world leaving that kind of mark on this world as it needs more people like her. Let the tears flow, and say yes to the help that people offer. During this time of grieving, please remember that it is a gift because where there is grieving there is great love. I'm sure more than anyone can imagine. Bless you all. Stacey