John Jerome Dee
Tuesday, May 22, 1928
Date of Death:
Monday, March 30, 2015
Age:
86 years old
Visitation
Date: Monday April 06, 2015
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Tuesday April 07, 2015
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Church of the Resurrection Catholic Church [ view map ]
Funeral Mass
Date: Tuesday April 07, 2015
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Church of the Resurrection Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: St. Bridget's Cemetery [ view map ]
Tuesday, May 22, 1928
Date of Death:
Monday, March 30, 2015
Age:
86 years old
Tuesday, May 22, 1928
Date of Death:
Monday, March 30, 2015
Age:
86 years old
John Jerome Dee
The funeral Mass for John J. Dee will be held at 11:00am Tuesday April 7, 2015 at Resurrection Catholic Church, Rochester. A visitation will be held Monday April 6, 2015 from 4:00 to 7:00pm at the River Park Chapel of the Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at church on Tuesday. Burial will take place at St Bridget’s Cemetery, Simpson.
Mr. Dee, 86 of Rochester, died Monday March 30, at his home of natural causes.
John was born May 22, 1928 in Rochester to Frank and Katherine Dee and was a graduate of Lourdes High School 1946.
On February 11, 1950 he married Helen Cassidy at St. Johns Catholic Church in Rochester and she survives him. He farmed his entire life, and in 1969 worked for the Rochester School System at Mayo High School retiring in 1989. For 26 years John and Helen wintered in Texas. They also enjoyed traveling the world over.
John enjoyed antique cars and John Deere tractors and meeting for morning coffee with his buddies. He was a lifelong Eagles Club member and avid sports fan following his children and grandchildren sporting events.
John is survived by his wife; a daughter Linda Dee of Rosemount; 4 sons; Mike (Pat) Dee of West Concord, Joseph (Linda) Dee of Rochester, Tim (Mary) Dee of Wabasha, and Jerry (Karen) Dee of Byron; 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandsons. A sister-in-law, Bernice Dee of Rochester also survives.
He is preceded in death by 3 brothers and 1 sister.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
Condolences
The family of John Jerome Dee has received the following condolences.
To Helen,
I saw that John passed away. Thank you both for being part of my life during those years where I house sat for you.
Also the short time you were part of the point in Lake City. And the May flies...
Helen, I hope this finds you in good health and that spiritually you will weather through the loss of John. I will be praying for you.
God Bless you,
Frank Siebenaler
Dear Helen, & Family of John Jerome Dee,
My name is Molly Capek, youngest daughter of Frank & Peg Roeder. I remember John when I was in high school, he would always poke fun with me. He made my days there a little brighter! I am so sorry for your loss. May all your happy memories of John help you through this troubled time.
Sincerely,
Molly Capek
Helen and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I always loved visiting with you and John. Your faith with carry you through.
I regret we never had our coffee at my home. I know John stopped a few times and I was not home.
Helen I will see you soon.
Jerry, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss.
I worked at Mayo Clinic With Helen Dee, and through her got to know John. As well, I was able to work with Pat Dee. John was a wonderful partner with Helen, and I treasure memories of him.
Jerry, so sorry for your loss. God's speed to you and your family at this time of mourning.
Sorry to hear the about the passing of John. I'll remember the stories and the good times and laughs we had! Going all the way back to my high school days at Mayo , where John worked with my uncle Wimpy......RIP Mr Dee